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Christmas Market in the Children’s Room

During

this magical time of year, when the winter chill sets in outside and the scent of mulled wine and roasted almonds fills the air, we enjoy the special atmosphere of Christmas markets. But why not bring that very same magic into the children’s room?

With a little creativity and just a few simple steps, you can transform the IKEA DUKTIG play kitchen into an enchanting Christmas market stall for your kids. In this article, we’ll show you how easy it is to do!
Weihnachtsmarktstand gestalten

From IKEA play kitchen to the Christmas market stall

The

IKEA DUKTIG play kitchen has long been a much-loved toy for children all over the world.

It offers endless opportunities for creative role-play. This toy not only encourages social interaction and communication, but also enables children to develop their imagination and skills.

An unforgettable Christmas season

. In the run-up to Christmas, the excitement builds to immense heights, especially for the little ones. The idea of creating a Christmas market stall using the popular ‘ play kitchen’ combines the joy of play with the anticipation of the festive season. It allows children to experience the magic of the Christmas market in their own bedroom and to immerse themselves in this enchanting world through play.

A wonderful way to make the Christmas season even more unforgettable and to spark children’s imaginations.

Here’s what you’ll need to decorate your Christmas market stall

:
  • IKEA

  • , chalk pens
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Step 1: Remove the blackboard film

First, thoroughly clean the back side from IKEA play kitchen to ensure that the KREIDIG blackboard films adhere properly. Use a mild cleaner for this. Once the surface has been cleaned, dry it carefully.

Now peel the chalkboard films off the protective film slowly and at a shallow angle.

Step 2: Apply the blackboard film

Now stick the two blackboard films onto the back side of the play kitchen one after the other.

Always start applying the blackboard films at the top left-hand corner of the respective back panel. Position the blackboard film carefully to ensure it is applied straight and flush.

Then smooth the film with the flat of your hand to remove any air bubbles and achieve a smooth surface.

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Step 3: Writing

on the blackboard film

Once the film is securely in place, you can start decorating and writing on your Christmas market stall. Use the chalk to draw various Christmas motifs on the lower blackboard film.

Also, write ‘Christmas market stall’ or another suitable name on the upper blackboard film. Let your creativity run wild!

Suitable Christmas designs

Are you short of ideas for suitable Christmas motifs, or do you find drawing a bit tricky? No problem!
Here are a few examples and step-by-step instructions on how to draw a Christmas pretzel.
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Decorating your

Christmas market stall

If

you wish, you can further decorate your Christmas market stall with fairy lights, homemade Christmas decorations or other festive touches to make it feel even more Christmassy and welcoming. 

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Creative ideas for the run-up to Christmas

Here you’ll find festive craft ideas for you and your little ones.