How To Make A Waterproof Picnic Rug

To make it cut one 10 inch and two 27 inch strips of heavyweight leather.

How to make a waterproof picnic rug.

Studies suggest being creative can increase happiness and improve overall wellbeing. Making a picnic blanket from scratch adds even more health benefits. From romantic dates just for two to lunchtime in the garden with the kids there are so many ways to make use of a picnic blanket. Depending on the fabrics you.

I didn t want to make just any old picnic blanket oh no i wanted the deluxe version something a bit special so decided to make a patchwork blanket with a waterproof backing and a carry handle. If you are not comfortable making a pocket for the blanket you can stop here and it will still work though it will be much harder to tote around. My blanket was 54 wide at this point so 1 3 of that is. It s really fun to have during the summer for picnics.

One that s cozy on one side and waterproof on the other. Hgtv handmade s crafty lumberjacks share an easy no sew guide to crafting a waterproof picnic blanket. Wherever in the great outdoors you re heading you probably need a good blanket to veg out on. My sister diana and i had all these grand plans for fun sewing.

Get a layer of flexible vinyl if you want to waterproof the underside of your blanket. Stay at the ready with a stylish easy to assemble blanket carrier. Then set your fabric with the pattern facing down. Several summers back forrest jack and i were staying with my parents for the summer.

In the summer a spontaneous picnic is always a nice option. Whether you re after picnic rugs in a classic tartan print waterproof picnic blankets that can be used on damp ground after downpours or a large picnic blanket for a few of you to eat together we ve got you covered. This is an easy reversible and waterproof picnic blanket tutorial that is a great beginner s sewing project. Well we didn t have until recently when i decided to take advantage of being part of the minerva crafts blogger network and make one.

Now measure the bottom of your blanket and divide it by 3. Picnic season is in full swing and we love heading to the park the beach or hitting a trail for a little outdoor fun. You now have a waterproof picnic blanket. To make a picnic blanket select a thick durable fabric for your blanket and purchase at least 2 sheets of the fabric.

To make a self containing pocket.