Choosing a blanket for a children's bed

Baby bedspread - an important part of bed linen. This decor, and protection, and additional warmth. Not all parents can quickly select such products, and this is not surprising, because the range at the present time is very wide.

Covers for children can vary in size, material, appearance. For each age period, you can find a suitable option. If for babies the main thing is softness and warmth, then for older children, multifunctionality is more important:

• Heat. Warm cold at night or in front of the TV.
• Protection. Creates a barrier from dust and dirt, protecting bed linens, it is especially important for those who like to lie and play in bed.
• Comfort Serves as a decorative element in the bedroom of the baby. Helps the child to keep order and make the bed.
• Versatility. It can be used as a game mat on the floor, often the first crawling attempts by the babies begin with a blanket. Such a product can be taken with you on a trip and used as a blanket. Turning, you can get a pillow to sleep.
• A game. From the bedspread, you can build a hut, just covering the table or chair. This is a cozy place for the privacy of a child and rest from the outside world.

The following main types of such products can be distinguished:

• One-side / two-sided - one-sided cover has a front and back side, but the bilateral is practical in that it has two faces. They may be the same or with different patterns and textures, which would be a winning option for a growing child.
• Quilted - a popular look. The base is a thin synthetic winterizer, and on top is a nice fabric. The more often the quilting, the tighter the coating, which means that the fabric will not crease. The basis can be different, from thin to thick. It all depends on the desire.
• Patchwork - patchwork elements stitched together will create a vivid picture and highlight the bed in the bedroom. It is interesting to play with such a veil, it all depends on the shape of the patches: honeycombs, squares, triangles, figures - for every taste.
• Knitted - original hand-made patterns will keep you warm and will give your child the care of her mother's hands. It is better to choose cotton threads or baby wool, soft and pleasant to the body. This can be attributed, and the blanket of pompons - with him to sleep warm and fun to play.
• With frills - decorative bedspreads that serve as decoration of the room. Excellent option for the room in which the girl lives.

The size of the children's bedspread varies from small capes for babies (100 × 150) to large ones that fit on an adult bed (180 × 240). Options may be as follows:

- for the little ones – 60×120, 80×140;

- to preschool children – 120×170, 180×220;

- single bed – 150×200;

- on a large bed – 180×240.

The size of the bedspread must match the size of the bed. It should hang slightly around the edges, covering bed linen, but not lying on the floor. If the bed has sides, then the cover should be on elastic bands or correspond to the size of a berth.

Material for children's bedspreads today is diverse. Synthetic and natural, soft and dense, thin and thick - the choice depends on the preferences and goals for which to acquire a veil:

1. Cotton. The best material for newborns. It is not electrified, hypoallergenic, resistant to shrinkage. At the same time a lot of dust accumulates on this material.
2. Cashmere. Soft, cozy and warm material like any child.But the brightness of the image decreases with frequent use and washing. May cause allergies.
3. Wool. Natural warm material. There is a risk of allergy to the fabric. Another disadvantage is that not all kiddies like prickly stuff.
4. Bamboo. It is becoming popular every year, as it has several advantages. Does not collect dust and static electricity, it is hypoallergenic. This product can be washed in a typewriter, without fear of loss of color and texture.
5. Fleece - "plush" material loved by children. It does not fade, has bright shades, absorbs moisture well and retains heat. The only negative - is electrified with active movements and games on it.
6. Velsoft. Bright and pleasant to the touch material. Like all synthetic fabrics, it is electrified and does not absorb moisture.
7. Viscose. Soft fabric of bright shades, but not very suitable for a nursery - electrified, thin and quickly loses its shape.
8. Microfiber. It is electrified and requires frequent washes, but is suitable for the nursery, as it does not crumple and does not roll.
9. Tapestry. Decorative fabric, therefore, will not be practical for a child's room. However, the arrival of the guests will play well the role of the decor.

Many parents choose natural fabrics - cotton, flannel, merino and similar materials. They are suitable for children, because they do not save electricity, they are warm and pleasant to the body.

Mixed fabrics - the best option that caters to both allergies and fidgets.

Color variations covered a lot. It all depends on the age of the child and his preferences.

Newborn suit gentle pastel colors: blue, beige with a calm pattern.

Preschool children love everything bright and popular. It will be covered with cartoon characters and games. But do not forget that the preferences of children change every day. After some time, his beloved hero may change, as well as the bedspread.

For teens fit quiet options with a discreet pattern. Geometry, animal print, letters, colors on the decor of the room - all this will create an atmosphere of seriousness, bring up a sense of taste.

If your child wants the original version, you can choose a cover with a decor - sequins, beads, embroidery, stripes. Remember that it is better not to take a bedspread with small details for babies.

When choosing a bedspread, you must take into account all previous characteristics: the color, the material, the size, and the look. Do not forget about the child’s gender, age and preferences. It is best to choose a bedspread directly with the child.

You need to decide how to use the bedspread. If it just covers the bed, then you can choose an easier option. If it is intended for games, then it is better to choose a dense wear-resistant material.

The color scheme and drawing depend on the gender of the child. For the boy, blue, blue, red, green colors with cartoon characters, cars will do. For girls fit gentle pastel shades. It is necessary to remember that bright colors tire kids. In the manufacture of aggressive dyes can be used, which is fraught with allergies and molting underwear.

The following factors should be taken into account: breathability, hygroscopicity, safety of fabrics and paints.

The boys love everything masculine, because they want to be like dad:

• Marine theme - the cover in blue tones imitates the watery surface. The picture can be any - fish, steering wheel, ships.
• Cars - such a blanket becomes a bright element in the bedroom, it will be fun for the child to play on it.
• Cartoons - cartoon characters on the bed will be a bright accent of the bedroom.
• Brands - blankets with logos of famous teams, cars are suitable for a teenager.

Girls will suit bright colors, teenagers - pastel shades:

• The princesses. For girls, preschool girls is one of their favorite topics. The tenderness and beauty of princesses gives girls a sense of beauty and confidence.
• Flowers / Butterflies - A good option for both babies and teenagers. It all depends on the style in which the drawing is made.
• Patchwork / Prints - a bright accent in the bedroom, will make any bed exclusive.

How to sew a blanket for a newborn, see the following video.