All about bonbon blankets

Often, a new, incomprehensible name attracts more attention than the quality of the product, but in the case of Bonbon blankets, the opposite is true. Although "bonbon" means "candy", these items are called differently: "biscuit", "marshmallow" and even from ottomans.

The bonbon technique is popular for sewing bedspreads, crib bumpers, padded stools, children's development rugs, pillows, envelopes for newborns. Things made using this technique make the home cozier and the family atmosphere warmer. The blanket, made using the bonbon technique, is a soft and light cloud.

The front side of such products demonstrates all the beauty of the marshmallow technique, while the inner side remains flat for the convenience of the user. A feature of the products is the presence on the front side of multi-colored bubbles filled with weightless materials like padding polyester. The volume of these bubbles can be adjusted while sewing.

The history of the creation of such a wonderful blanket remains a mystery, but this does not prevent him from winning the love of fans around the world. The combination of patchwork and stitching makes this garment warm, reliable and beautiful without unnecessary waste of fabric. Patchwork, or patchwork, became widespread in the UK and the USA and is still relevant today. Patchwork products are made from the remnants of fabric, which are expertly combined into original patterns and designs.

Pros of using "bonbon" blankets:

• lightness - such a product weighs less than a kilogram, so it is perfect even for newborn children who sleep very lightly;
• the ability to perfectly retain heat, which will allow you to keep warm even in cold weather and with the heating turned off;
• the use of natural fabrics - "marshmallow" blankets are suitable even for allergy sufferers;
• unusual and beautiful appearance, presented in a variety of colors, prints and design options;
• multifunctionality - items can be used both for their intended purpose and as a bedding, a cover for a chair or chair, an envelope for babies.

The only drawback is the high cost, because each blanket is made by hand. Also, "marshmallow" products require special care, a specific method of drying and dry cleaning instead of the usual washing in a machine.

"Marshmallow" blankets are multifunctional, so they can be used in the following options:

• traditional version - as part of bed linen;
• a bedspread that will look great in any interior style;
• developing children's rug;
• bumpers for the bed of newborns;
• envelope for the discharge of babies;
• soft cover for chairs or armchairs.

A blanket made using the bonbon technique will become a favorite item of household members and will pleasantly surprise guests with its originality.

Before sewing such a blanket, you need to decide on the color, size and variety.

Bonbon blankets are only one-sided, since the combination of a smooth seamy side with a raised volumetric outer side is the "chip" of this technique. The process of making "marshmallow" products is as follows: on a dense and flat base, the front fabric is lined in the form of small squares, then they are filled with a padding polyester and connected with a line seam to the base. If the “bonbon” blanket were made two-sided, it would be identical to quilted products.

The square shape of the blanket air elements limits the number of shapes of the product itself to a rectangle or square. It is quite rare to find a round "marshmallow" blanket, created using rounded darts. It takes skill and experience to create such a custom option. Although using a round shape will give you additional opportunities to get creative by adding new combinations of shades and prints.

The peculiarities of the bonbon technique make it possible to use such products even for newborn children. The use of these cute things as statement envelopes has gained a lot of popularity with moms lately. Unlike the usual envelopes for newborns, which lose their relevance within a month or two, "marshmallow" products are more practical, since they can serve as both a blanket and a developing rug or a soft side.

The structure of the Bonbon sets makes them absolutely safe for children of any age. For girls, the "marshmallow" bedspread is just a godsend, the graceful and sophisticated design will please even in adulthood. Pom-poms will be a great addition to the product.

Adults will be able to find a reasonable way to use such an object. The marshmallow blanket can be used as a bedding on the floor when there is a lack of seating, for example, at meetings of large groups of friends.

Another option is a stylish bedspread for a sofa or bed that will not collect dust, unlike the classic options with a large pile. If you put such a blanket on a chair, then it will immediately turn into a comfortable chair.

Bonbon blankets are most often made in three standard sizes:

• 120x100-140 cm - designed for newborn babies and children of primary school age;
• 80-120x180-190 cm - single-bed options for adolescent children;
• 140-180x190-200 cm - suitable for adults, both individually and in pairs.

When choosing the color scheme of the blanket, it is important to take into account the needs of the client, as well as fashionable colors and seasonality. Monochrome options are always in demand, as well as the use of pieces with different intensities of the same color. Models with two or more shades will also be appropriate. With the correct selection of shades, even contrasting colors will be interesting to combine with each other.

• The use of squares as constituent elements of the product allows you to create interesting shade transitions using a checkerboard pattern. Fantasy and love of improvisation are important here.
• Pink and blue shades are often found as base shades, in accordance with the gender of the child. Pink goes well with gray and white, blue - with dark blue and black.
• Many needlewomen like to add unusual prints to an interesting color scheme - images of animals, plants, geometric shapes.
• As a rule, restrained colors are used for men's blankets, for example, blue, gray, green. Geometric shapes are ideal for guys when choosing a bonbon-style product design.
• Women's variants are distinguished by their brightness and the use of pastel colors - from light pink to rich crimson, yellow-orange combinations, white and milky tones, combinations of turquoise, pearl and gray colors.
• New Year's decoration with images of toys, Christmas trees and famous characters will appeal to both girls and boys. Parents will also be delighted with a patchwork product with cute deer, elves, Santa Claus or domestic Santa Claus and Snegurochka.
• Any child will be happy to receive a blanket with favorite characters from cartoons, computer games and books as a gift.

• Due to the individual distribution of the filler in the cells during the washing process, it does not get knotted or displaced. Blanket "Bonbon" is suitable for machine washing at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees. It is necessary to wash such products with a delicate mode.
• It is advisable not to use powder detergents for "marshmallow" blankets, preferring liquid detergents for washing. This will help prevent skin irritation.
• Large items made using the Bonbon technique are best cleaned chemically in a special service.
• The drying process must take place horizontally without the use of electrical appliances. It is important to pre-straighten the squares with filler. Thus, the synthetic winterizer will not stray into small lumps.
• The iron is not suitable for ironing "marshmallow" products, but the steamer will come in handy.