Magnetic Tile Christmas Cottage: 50-Piece Holiday Build

Quick Answer

Use the PicassoTiles 50-piece Christmas Cottage set to build a festive North Pole scene with magnetic tiles, character figures, and reusable stickers. Follow these steps for a stable, imaginative build.

How to Build the Christmas Cottage

1. 1. Sort the Pieces: Lay out all 43 magnetic tiles, character figures, and sticker sheet. Group squares, triangles, and any specialty shapes. This helps you see what you have before building. Check that all magnets are secure and stickers are intact before starting.
2. 2. Build the Base: Connect square tiles in a rectangle or square shape to form the cottage floor. Use at least 4 tiles for a small cottage or 6 for a larger one. Press firmly so the magnets click together. A flat, stable base prevents the walls from leaning. Build on a hard, level surface.
3. 3. Add the Walls: Stack square tiles vertically on the base edges to create walls. Leave one side open for a door, or use a triangle tile as a doorway arch. Double-sided printing lets you choose which pattern faces outward. If walls wobble, reinforce corners with additional tiles or reduce wall height.
4. 4. Create the Roof: Place triangle tiles on top of the walls to form a pitched roof. Align the magnets carefully so the roof sits evenly. You can overlap tiles for a longer roof overhang. A common mistake is using too few triangles, causing gaps. Use at least 4 triangles for a standard roof.
5. 5. Decorate with Stickers: Apply the reusable stickers to the tiles for windows, doors, or holiday patterns. Press lightly so they stay but can be removed later. Avoid placing stickers on magnet edges. Stickers are reusable, so experiment with different placements before pressing firmly.
6. 6. Place the Character Figures: Position Mr. and Mrs. Claus, elves, and soldiers inside or around the cottage. The figures can stand on flat tiles or be placed on the roof for a festive scene. Figures are not magnetic, so place them on flat surfaces to prevent tipping.

Product Facts

• PicassoTiles Magnetic Tiles Christmas Cottage Set with Character Action Figures - 50 Pieces: PicassoTiles 50 piece Christmas Cottage Magnetic Tile Set (PTQ08) features 43 magnet stacking blocks with charming double-sided printing, 2 elves, 2 soldiers, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and a pack of reusable stickers. The double-sided printing gives you more design options per tile, and the reusable stickers let kids change the cottage decorations without damaging the blocks.