I am very excited to put my new crate bench in my classroom next year! This really didn't take long and wasn't very expensive. I got 4 crates from Target at $5 a crate, the baskets are also at Target for $4, and then I picked up the fabric at Walmart at $8. At Home Depot, I had them cut wood the length of the four crates together, 54 inches.
Using a staple gun, I stapled the fabric to one side of the wood. Then put stuffing on the wood. Then pulled the fabric tight and stapled the other side. Creating the cushion.
Then I stapled zip ties on the bottom of the board and zip tied it to the crates.
I am very excited to add this to my classroom for another place for students to enjoy a good book!
I love this idea! I am in the process of making one also, but worry about how sturdy it will be. What do you think now that yours is all done?
ReplyDeleteI was worried about this to, but it is incredibly sturdy! Using zip ties with the crates helped a lot, good luck with yours!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather! I just made it. I was surprised by its sturdiness! My husband and I both sat on it at the same time. He weighs around 190 lbs! So I think it'll be able to withstand kids. http://kinder-fun.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteHi! I love the idea of turning the crates sideways for seats. This makes them taller. Do you think they are sturdy enough to hold an adult, or at least a jr. high student? I'm looking at making seats for my office. Thanks!
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