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inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tale
I got the idea when I had to decorate a 250 ct matchbox for a swap on swapbot. The theme was sender's choice - and it had to be filled with embellishments. Ive considered the receiver's taste - and my want to send variety - hence the somewhat ecclectic look;).

Posted by Tania E. from Aarhus, Central Denmark Region, Denmark • Published 15th May 2011 • See Tania E.'s 16 projects »

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Ninni favorited Princess On The Pea Matchbox 22 Jan 17:14
Lorraine E. added Princess On The Pea Matchbox to Fairy tales 23 Dec 21:59

Step 1
Ive used a big (250 ct) matchbox. I had already decided on the Princess on the Pea-theme, so when I looked for a matchbox in my drawers and found this with Hans Christian Andersen, I knew it was fate;).
Step 2
I filled the drawer with feathers - and since a princess is going to sleep on it - some flowers.
Step 3
For bed posts I used decorative pins wrapped with ribbons.
Step 4
I wanted to keep the image of Hans Christian Andersen so I chose to wrap the box with a broad wire ribbon.
Step 5
And now for the pea; I used a green brad.
Step 6
Then I made mattresses of bubble wrap and used brads as springs. I put 3 such in the pile of different patterned paper and foam sheet on top of the box.
Step 7
Finally the Princess was put to bed - unfortunately she didnt sleep well at all;).