(That would be a blanket made from knit fabric, not a knitted blanket. As if. That’s what grandmas are for.)
When it came time to make a blanket for baby (because the other 14 I own just weren’t good enough), I strayed from my usual minky since the lows here are in the 80s. As it is, this cotton knit blanket is too warm for all but the most air conditioned situations. But the applique sure makes for fun pictures.
I cut the applique with my silhouette using a free font that I downloaded. It’s called “lobster” and you can get it here. It’s been my font boyfriend for the past few months, so this isn’t the last time you’ll see it.
The fabric on top is a white cotton eyelet knit, purchased I have no idea where or when. Some mom and pop shop in the fabric district, I’m sure. The best fabrics are the hardest to acquire, right? I love the texture and interest that it adds.
I backed it with some of my precious, long-hoarded Michael Miller Scandi Chirp. There’s still a yard here and there if you do a google search. I’ve had it in my stash for, like, ever. It was just waiting for the perfect project. Pretty sure I found it :)
And that’s a wrap!
(and a really lousy pun. let me make it up to you with a blooper shot:)
Beautiful! Baby and blanket.
I love this sweet blanket and baby! That fabric certainly found its perfect project :) Kind of reminded me of the blanket I made for my newborn daughter! http://myrainasunshine.blogspot.com/2011/11/shes-here.html I hope you’re enjoying that sweet girl!!
Your font boyfriend is awesome. Love that textured knit and the darling baby.
ha, that IS what grandmas are for.
your blanket is so cute!
Oh! Precious. Currently having an affair with your boyfriend. :) I think I’ll work on making one for myself. Sometimes sitting on the couch and just want something soft, light, and cozy to cuddle up with. You did a great job!
Omgosh, Sophie keeps going “Awwww, be-be!!” And snuggling with my computer screen. Tell that baby to stop being so darn cute, Sophie’s getting cream cheese slober in my keys.
Oh my word that baby is so cute! The blanket is really awesome too….;)