There are many ways in which a sofa or blanket fort can be assembled , but we will begin with “The Classic.”

The Classic:

“The Classic” is the most basic of sofa forts , and can be constructed with a blanket , and either a loose back sofa (a sofa with removable back and seat cushions) or a chesterfield sofa (a sofa with removable seat cushions , and armrests at the same height as the backrest). These sofa styles allow for fort walls to be constructed in the armrest area of the sofa , either by using the arm itself as a wall , or propping the backrest cushions against the armrests. Armless sofa styles , such as the slipper sofa , are an inadvisable choice for fort-making , as they offer no wall support.

This sofa fort style is ideal for a quickly constructed hide-and-seek getaway , or for reading uninterrupted by meddling little siblings.

Speaking of little siblings , one never knows when a nerf battle or pillow fight may break out , which is when the “Fort Cushington” model may come into play.

Fort Cushington:

The “Fort Cushington” is designed with defensibility in mind. It is also best executed with a sofa that has removable back and seat cushions , but in this case , the firmness of the cushions are a much more important consideration. You never know when an attacker may leap upon the fort’s roof , and the cushions will need to hold up.

Helpful additions:

• Stuffed animals for additional defense and company
• A wood topped coffee table
• Snacks in case of siege

However , there are other blanket fort options for those more inclined towards luxury than battle-readiness. For this look , we turn to the “King Couch’s Castle” design.

King Couch's Castle:

This look , distinguished by two turret-shaped blanket towers , is a palatial play on the blanket fort. Easily constructed by attaching two brooms to two chairs , this fort does not require a sofa , which allows it to be constructed within any room in the house.

Rooms this fort may be constructed in:

• Living room
• Family room
• Kitchen
• Bedroom
• Dining room
• Hallway
• Large bathroom
• Sunroom
• Entry hall
• Stair landing
• Back porch
• Front porch
• Game room
• Basement
• Parents' office (recommended)

For best results , utilize elegantly patterned blankets for the sofa fort walls. This may require use of the good curtains , or the nice throw blankets , but they are being sacrificed in the name of a greater cause. When connecting blankets during the construction of this fort , we recommend wrapping a rubber band around the two blanket corners you wish to connect , rather than tying the blanket corners together. Our patent-pending rubber band technique will take up much less area of the blankets than a basic square knot.

Returning to the sofa , the “Dreadship Blanket” design is a must for anyone looking to sail the high seas of the living room.

The Dreadship Blanket:

The central feature of this fort is the billowing sail , which will allow the Dreadship Blanket to both chase and escape other ships with speed and style. When purchasing a sofa for this design , it is important to consider where the mast will be placed. Ideally , there will be a crevasse between the seat and the back of the sofa into which the mast can be wedged. If there is not , the mast can be anchored with throw pillows.

Tall armrests and removable cushions are once again a helpful sofa feature when constructing this fort. After all , a ship without sides is a ship that sinks. Ensure that the armrests are wide enough for a throw pillow to rest upon , thus anchoring the corner of the sail.

As for the sail itself , we recommend a light white sheet. After all , a heavy blanket won’t catch the wind , and its weight may bring down the mast with it.

We recommend this sofa fort for:

• Treasure hunting
• Swashbuckling
• Plank walking

Lastly , for the experienced sofa and blanket fort builder , “Sofatopia” is the pinnacle of in-home cushioning-based construction.

Sofatopia:

Spanning through kitchens , through dining rooms , through hallways and living rooms , “Sofatopia” is a feat to be recognized. This model is the deluxe of the deluxe , featuring kitchen-based hiding places , an in-fort TV viewing area , and the most sought after of fort features: a fort within a fort.

Best accomplished when the parents are away from home , this fort utilizes not one , but two sofas , as well as the entire blanket stock of the house. The sofas will ideally both have removable cushions , but a living room sofa with an arched back , such as a camelback sofa , will make it easier to attach a fitted sheet to the sofa back when constructing the living room fort’s roof. The sofa leading into the dining room will ideally be more lightweight , so it can easily be dragged into position. Look into smaller loveseats and settees for this piece.

This fort also requires:

• At least 3 chairs
• At least 12 pillows
• At least 18 blankets
• Rubber bands for the patent-pending rubber band blanket connection technique
• A chandelier

As you can see , “Sofatopia” can be yours with just a few easy steps!