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A photo blanket would be an interesting gift to any friend or loved one. It can be used for a variety of occasions and serves many purposes. You may use it as a throw over the sofa during a cold winter night or to wrap a loved one in for a special dinner or holiday occasion. The possibilities are endless! Just like any other type of blanket, they can be made of many different fabrics and come in many patterns and colors.
Some examples of popular styles are personalized collage blankets featuring photos. You can have your favorite pictures printed on these blankets and have them ready to give. Another popular use of a photo blanket is as a decorative item or to use it as a bedspread. Many modern blankets are now made with extra decorative material on the edges to make a unique edge that makes an attractive item.
There are a few things you should know about making a personalized photo blanket. If you have ever made a blanket before, you will know that they come in a wide variety of sizes. You should choose the size that will be appropriate for the person you intend to give it to. If you are making a larger personalized picture blanket, you can choose a different size for every child so each can take his or her own special home with him or her.
There are two primary types of blankets woven photo blankets and knitted photo blankets. A knitted blanket includes a series of loops that are secured by a knot; a photo blanket does not use this method of binding. Woven blankets tend to be more durable and a good choice for larger areas of weight because they are stronger and harder to bear than many other materials used for this purpose. Knitted blankets tend to be softer than woven blankets which is why they are often used in place of quilts when there is little need for softness.
Another option for making a personalized photo blanket is to use a combination of photos and either a fabric or a pattern to decorate the finished product. The easiest way to create a collage of your favorite photos and turn them into a personalized photo blanket would be to use a computer-assisted program called a stitch and binder. These programs will show you how to make a collage using pictures of any type and any size. Then, simply print out the resulting stitch and binders document from your computer and use the photos you have stitched together as the borders and background for your personalized photo blanket.
There is another option for making a personalized picture blanket using either a fabric or a pattern. The difference between a tapestry photo blanket and a woven photo blanket lies in the type of material that is used. Tapestry blankets are usually made from a heavy wool yarn with a cotton backing and used to create a rich and thick fabric that can easily drape over a frame. A woven photo blanket uses a lighter weight yarn that is tied tightly with a simple knot and will usually drape better when made with a fabric that is heavier like a cashmere shawl.
Both types of blankets can provide your baby with years of enjoyment and comfort. They also can keep your newborn's room bright and fresh, even if you aren't doing anything special to personalize it. You could just choose to make a few personalized photo blankets instead of a whole collection. Just gather up a few swatches of your favorite photos and choose colors that will go with your baby's nursery. For example, if your favorite photos are of your children at a birthday party, you could make a border of reds and yellows around a picture of the cake your child had to eat.
If you're still at a loss as to what to make your baby's room to sing, these tips for making a photo fleece blanket a family heirloom may be able to help. You don't have to have a lot of experience making one. All you need is an idea of what you want to do, a few bits of textile fabric and a little time. Then you'll have a soft, warm blanket to give your baby whenever he wants it.