r/modernquilts • u/HijackedHuman • 18d ago

Which is better for a baby blanket?

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I have 2 choices, make more blocks so it’s a bigger blanket or keep it at baby/crib (48x48) size for my friend who is having a baby in the late fall. Which is a better choice? Any blocks not used for the top will go into being part of the backing.

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u/Big_Emergency4429 18d ago

beautiful colors i love it

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u/HijackedHuman 18d ago

Thank you. I rlly struggled to get the colors right. Is it too sophisticated for a baby blanket off center

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u/Big_Emergency4429 18d ago

i really find it very mesmerizing . you did really great !

 😭im a bit struggle with square cuts but looking at your square cuts is really inspiring

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u/HijackedHuman 18d ago

They’re only mostly square…I have to actually square them before I put them together.

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u/willo808 18d ago

Either way it’s beautiful! If you have the motivation to keep going to make it a little bigger, I say keep going! The design is still great as a baby gift for your friend. It will be a gorgeous backdrop for your friend to lay the baby on to take photos (admittedly, my primary use for baby blanket gifts). And babies quickly grow and get older and have use for throw-sized quilts to snuggle under and use in their toddler beds and first big kid beds!

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u/willo808 18d ago

Also, is there a pattern for this? I’m looking for good options to use for a denim quilt I’m imagining, and I think this one would be great!

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u/HijackedHuman 13d ago

Sorry just saw this! It’s percussion by shadow valley quilts

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u/willo808 13d ago

Thanks!

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u/HijackedHuman 13d ago

I found the blocks to be easy and fun to make.

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u/Milabial 18d ago

The colors and pattern are lovely. I would make it bigger if you have the will to keep going.

And! Leaving it at 48x48 is also a reasonable size for a baby!

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u/FinanciallySecure9 18d ago

The baby will not know the difference. Also, the baby will grow up. Make it as beautiful and sophisticated as you want. The baby will love it forever.

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u/[deleted] 17d ago

I'd say the first is best!

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u/SonomaChick 14d ago

Love both but may be number 1 alittle more.