Leaf Blanket
New Zealand Collection
Leaf Blanket
New Zealand Collection
Bring a bit of the New Zealand rainforest inside by sewing a whimsical, quilted leaf blanket. A simple, satisfying project, these versatile leaves are perfect for cuddling and playtime.
Dreamed up by Lisa's sweet, nature-loving girl, a portion of the sales will go towards reforestation projects and protecting animal habitat. Read more about her project here.
* There is a Bundle of Child + Doll
Leaf Blanket patterns for the best value *
- Five different leaf types: Kawakawa, Kowhai, Makomako, Puka, and Rangiora
- Two versatile blanket sizes: small and large
- Clear step-by-step tutorial with photos AND videos
- Quilting tips (can be quilted with regular home sewing machine)
- Inspiration photos
- Skill level: beginner
Sizing + Supplies
View materials list + finished size chart
Printing Info
Our digital patterns are tiled and designed to print using your home printer on either US Letter, or A4 paper.
Patterns include a nifty “layers” feature, allowing you to print only the size(s) you need, or all of the sizes. Full step-by-step printing instructions are supplied.
This pattern also includes an additional wide format file that can be taken to a local copy shop and printed on single sheets of A0 paper.
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The last 6 photos show the doll sized leaf blanket available in the bundle, using the dropdown menu.
~ Cover image by Ruth Phillips ~
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I bought this pattern with the plan to make a baby gift with one of the large blankets and a blanket for my child for school, and maybe a few of the doll blankets for my child as well. I have now made three of the larger blankets, some with new fabric and some with scraps, and I LOVE them. This is such a fun pattern. It's a great, easy introduction to quilting (because these blankets are like little wholecloth quilts) that is really fast to sew up. Once you turn them right side out and begin to see what the blanket will look like, it's so exciting! Finishing the quilting is magical--these really look like beautiful, giant leaves!
The instructions are very well-written with extra, helpful tips to ensure success, and the layout of the instructional PDF itself is exceptional, with clickable index and well-edited and thoughtful instructions designed to save paper. I prefer paper patterns over PDF's, but I am so impressed with this PDF, that it makes me curious to try some of Twig + Tale's other offerings.
The one thing I do a little bit differently than the instructions is that I topstitch around the outside of each leaf after turning, closing my turning opening as I topstitch. Other than that, I follow the directions, and especially love the tip for getting leaf points (when applicable) nice and sharp.
This is such a fun, fast pattern. I don't often make a lot of multiples of a pattern, but after taking a break to sew some clothes, I hope to come back to this pattern and make a few more. I really think I *need* a monstera leaf blanket of my own. My one wish is regards to their leaf blanket patterns is that Twig + Tale would come out with a New England (in the US/North America) leaf blanket collection. :)
I have tried a lot of sewing patterns over the years, and I highly recommend this one. It stands out to me as one of the best PDF's I have tried to date and one of the coolest and most fun patterns in general. I highly recommend it for all skill levels. Go sew some leaves!!!
Pattern directions are easy to follow and the inspiration pictures are helpful in deciding on the scale of project. Adapted the lily pad into a mini quilt and couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Thank you for another great pattern!
This pattern was brilliantly easy to follow for all levels of sewists, and created a blanket which looked incredible. It is a great pattern to use for gifts that make even the newest sewist look like a professional.
I made several small doll lily pads for my grandchildren as colour play .... easy pattern to follow.
Such a beautiful pattern. Easy to follow instructions with amazing results
I loved the pattern, great instructions and wonderful result.
I can’t say enough about how awesome twig and tale patterns are. I made these tropical leaves into a table runner/place mats and they are so adorable. The instructions are always so easy to follow and the designs are whimsical and beautiful.
Now we have lovely gifts for our friends. A lot 🙈
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I bought this pattern with the plan to make a baby gift with one of the large blankets and a blanket for my child for school, and maybe a few of the doll blankets for my child as well. I have now made three of the larger blankets, some with new fabric and some with scraps, and I LOVE them. This is such a fun pattern. It's a great, easy introduction to quilting (because these blankets are like little wholecloth quilts) that is really fast to sew up. Once you turn them right side out and begin to see what the blanket will look like, it's so exciting! Finishing the quilting is magical--these really look like beautiful, giant leaves!
The instructions are very well-written with extra, helpful tips to ensure success, and the layout of the instructional PDF itself is exceptional, with clickable index and well-edited and thoughtful instructions designed to save paper. I prefer paper patterns over PDF's, but I am so impressed with this PDF, that it makes me curious to try some of Twig + Tale's other offerings.
The one thing I do a little bit differently than the instructions is that I topstitch around the outside of each leaf after turning, closing my turning opening as I topstitch. Other than that, I follow the directions, and especially love the tip for getting leaf points (when applicable) nice and sharp.
This is such a fun, fast pattern. I don't often make a lot of multiples of a pattern, but after taking a break to sew some clothes, I hope to come back to this pattern and make a few more. I really think I *need* a monstera leaf blanket of my own. My one wish is regards to their leaf blanket patterns is that Twig + Tale would come out with a New England (in the US/North America) leaf blanket collection. :)
I have tried a lot of sewing patterns over the years, and I highly recommend this one. It stands out to me as one of the best PDF's I have tried to date and one of the coolest and most fun patterns in general. I highly recommend it for all skill levels. Go sew some leaves!!!
Pattern directions are easy to follow and the inspiration pictures are helpful in deciding on the scale of project. Adapted the lily pad into a mini quilt and couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Thank you for another great pattern!
This pattern was brilliantly easy to follow for all levels of sewists, and created a blanket which looked incredible. It is a great pattern to use for gifts that make even the newest sewist look like a professional.
I made several small doll lily pads for my grandchildren as colour play .... easy pattern to follow.
Such a beautiful pattern. Easy to follow instructions with amazing results
I loved the pattern, great instructions and wonderful result.
I can’t say enough about how awesome twig and tale patterns are. I made these tropical leaves into a table runner/place mats and they are so adorable. The instructions are always so easy to follow and the designs are whimsical and beautiful.
Now we have lovely gifts for our friends. A lot 🙈