Good Fat Life DIY

GOOD FAT LIFE

Designed by Toni Sweisford

DIY

We at Good Fat Life are super excited to feature our first DIY project (that we are sure you will enjoy making). Keeping with our core principle of a modern healthy lifestyle we’ve selected two semi handmade blanket designs that taps into the current trends of wellbeing, sleep and giving things we make with for the ones we love.

As the corona virus persists into fall, the simple pleasure of wrapping up in a cozy blanket that was made especially for a loved one is what our DIY throw-over and blanket designs are all about. Easy to do, the basic concept is to embellish a readymade fleece or knitted blanket with curated materials. It’s the materials selected that make the blanket designs so special.

Choose natural, recycled, vintage and hand-dyed yarns or ribbons that reflect the personal style of the recipient. As many are still staying in, shopping for blankets and embellishing materials can be conducted via the internet which offers many options for unique one off items offered by artisan sellers, boutiques and shops. Keep in mind to purchase enough yardage in the first order as hand-dyed or made items are limited in production and dying runs.

Choose to cover blanket with hand made pompoms, fringe ends, a combination of both or go completely rouge and design an embellishment aesthetic all your own. Simplicity of design make our blanket designs perfect for the novice, or seasoned makers. Handmade pillows can be added to create the ultimate dozing-off experience while wrapped up in pure comfort.

But we should warn you, these blankets are very popular, so be prepared to make a few. We have. Complete blanket instructions available at www.bluarlan.com