Babies wrapped in attractive blankets can be the prettiest site to see. A colorful, soft baby blanket that is soothing enough can put the baby into a deep sleep. If you have babies, you will probably have a shelf full of blankets.
This blanket is extremely functional. It comes in handy for various occasions. You may wrap your baby by means of throwing one into the crib. You may spread it into the ground so your baby can sit and play with it. Sometimes, you may throw a blanket into the stroller or into the back seat of the car for extra comfort.
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These blankets can be found in different patterns and sizes that cater to the needs of every baby. You should also think about making a blanket yourself. It guarantees a very enjoyable experience.
Fleece is considered to be the most flexible cloth for a blanket. The borders of this cloth don't get tattered and thus, it needs no specialized finish. If you're concerned about the safety of your baby because of the polyethylene terephthalate present in fleece, you can choose eco fleece. It is produced from 100% post consumer reused plastic.
Depending on the baby's age, you may go for a 30 inch to a 50 inch size of blanket. This fabric looks great with usual stitches. Since its borders don't tatter, you have plenty of room to experiment on the ends' finish.
Colorful blankets with elaborate patchworks look strikingly beautiful. After finishing it, you will be looking at something fascinating. To start with, you have to gather fabric pieces in either busy or cotton. Cut the pieces into 2x2 inches or 4x4 inches square. Sew four of the 2x3 inches square together, transfer the layout to the cardboard sheet and then to your sewing machine.
You can also choose to create various styles to a blanket that is ready made. This is good for those who don't have enough time to make blankets with patchworks but still like to personalize a blanket. You can create a poncho out of the blanket. Create a hole in the middle for that would fit the head of your baby. This way, the blanket is kept even while the baby is playing.
You can also create a baby adaptation of adult snuggles. Simply add sleeves and create a hole for the baby's head. You can also fix a hood for the baby's head to stay warm.
You can also improve the usefulness of the blankets by attaching various small blankets for it to look like a small carpet. You can have this carpet thrown on the ground when you're visiting your friends. This ensures that your friend's costly rug will not get ruined. Another thing is that your baby would like playing over a familiar blanket.