That’s why I wanted to make Aria her very own picnic blanket. She will soon begin a new phase of life as a young married woman. I wish her and her someday-family happy memories together that are too many to count, in the great outdoors and sometimes on this very blanket.
Read MoreTo keep the original grids prominent, I used only medium value fabrics for the filler squares. The medium value fabrics are lighter than the dark deer print and darker than the wonky star backgrounds. How fun that, as a result, the work looks rather like plaid! The medium value fabrics seem to overlap to create the dark deer prints.
Read MoreRecently I saw these two backings at Dragonfly: Growing Tree and Connections Color Story. I wanted that tree backing immediately for an upcoming picnic blanket. The Connections Color Story was a less practical choice, but I absolutely adore it. I will gladly create a quilt just to use this backing! In fact, that sounds like a fun challenge, don’t you think?
Read MoreAfter investigating the possibilities for making patchwork with non-quilting cottons, I decided to go for it and make myself a small picnic blanket. I want something light and compact to take along when hiking or going for a walk along the sea.
Read MoreI definitely enjoy complicated projects. Trying new techniques and working at the edge of my abilities energizes me, but I also enjoy a really simple make now and then. You know, one that you can do on autopilot?
Read MoreI have plenty of ideas for next projects, of course. Don't we all? The trick is finding the one that will be most rewarding. After the skirt fiasco and the Ikat quilt pattern rewrite, I found myself craving simplicity.
Read MoreWith your patchwork top and backing ready, finishing this blanket is going to be nice and quick. Today we'll attach the blanket tie (optional) and assemble the layers.
Read MoreToday I'll be sharing some pointers for sewing your rainbow patchwork and assembling a backing for your rainbow picnic blanket. This patchwork itself is really so easy that...
Read MoreI bet that all those bright, vibrant colors are begging to become a rainbow, so let's do our cutting and arrange them in a beautiful rainbow blend!
Read MoreThere's no more perfect place for bright rainbow colors than spread on the lawn or the beach. I hope you'll enjoy mining your larger scraps and stash to make a joyful rainbow picnic blanket!
Read MoreThis month I hope you'll sew-along to make a quick and easy picnic blanket. It makes a great gift, if you're thinking ahead for the holidays...
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