It’s no secret that probably the greatest issues to do in the summertime is have a picnic. From discovering the best half-sun, half-shade spot, to packing a crunchy caprese sandwich, to stuffing your tote with a ebook, sunscreen, and all of the issues it is advisable to keep out for hours, it’s simply such an idyllic strategy to spend a heat afternoon. The one catch, for me, is choosing the right picnic blanket.
Sooner or later, I rapidly grabbed a grey throw on my method out for a park dangle, and ever because it’s been relegated to picnic blanket standing. It’s an excellent blanket for a sofa, however its woven nature makes it lower than best for grass — it’s a magnet for little leaves and tree flotsam. And it’s removed from water resistant; any damp floor will seep proper by way of.
I’ve used different blankets and sheets through the years, however I’ve by no means discovered my holy grail picnic blanket. That’s, till final yr, after I first found that reusable bag model Baggu makes picnic blankets. At $70, it’s not the most affordable choice round, and it was sufficient to cease me from clicking “purchase” immediately. However it’s the type of factor that’s a lot simpler for me to purchase for a cherished one than it’s for myself, so after I lastly purchased it final month, it was for my sister’s birthday.
Fortunately, I’ve gotten to make use of hers, and now I do know I would like my very own. First off, it’ll be no shock to Baggu followers that the blanket is available in a spread of cool patterns, from the Clouds model that appears like sky on an ideal picnic day, to this darling Strawberry choice. I purchased my sister one within the Sunshine Tile sample, which is offered out on-line now, however the model is at all times bringing in new designs.
What makes Baggu’s Puffy Picnic Blanket so nice? For one, it’s the precise measurement. It’s not so large that it’ll catch within the wind like a sail whenever you attempt to lay it down, however, at 72 inches by 54 inches, it’s sufficiently big that you simply and your buddy can lounge comfortably on it collectively, alongside along with your picnic.
What’s extra, the blanket is made from quilted polyester, so not solely is it cushier to sit down on than an ordinary sheet, however it’s additionally thick sufficient to offer extra of a barrier between you and the dewy grass or barely damp floor — best for having fun with the sunny day amid a wet spring.
And eventually, the picnic blanket rolls up into itself and Velcros shut to show right into a (moderately lovable) moveable cylinder, because of the built-in carrying strap. The fabric is so light-weight, you’ll be able to simply tote the blanket round when you go peruse the farmers market or go about the remainder of your day.
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