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How to Build a Cardboard Pirate Ship
Things You Might Need
- Pirate Ship Kit
- Find out how to get FREE cardboard boxes
- Get advice on painting and decoration...
- And don't forget to celebrate "International Talk Like a Pirate Day"!
Approximate size if built with...
- Refrigerator boxes = 3' x 15'
- Wardrobe boxes = 2' x 12'
- Dishpack boxes = 1.5' x 6' (toddler sized!)
Start with three big boxes (flaps removed) and make cuts on the dotted lines.
* Save one of these middle sections to use on the bow (see below)
Use Mr. McGroovy's Box Rivets™ to fasten boxes together.
Cut holes in cross-braces for masts.
Each sail is made from one refrigerator box (flaps removed).
- cut on the dotted line as shown below
- open the box up so it lays almost flat
- cut sail to your desired shape
The mast is made from sticking an 8ft. (2" or 3" dia.) PVC pipe in a patio umbrella stand.
Drill two holes in the pipe and insert long bolts (as shown) to keep the sail hoisted.
