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homemade tipi
Photo by Thomas J. Story

Morning: Wake up in a homemade tipi

This tent-like tipi with an air mattress is so comfortable, you may decide to spend the night.

No fancy tools needed! Wrap an oversize blanket around some poles and you’ve got a comfy tipi. Or make the more elaborate tipi pictured by sewing a cover (a bit of a challenge) of weather-resistant fabric like Sunbrella.

More: See how to make this tipi


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