Christmas Noel Blanket: Patchwork Holiday Cheer

Christmas Noel Blanket greets the season with a patchwork of red, green and cream, with the word “Noel” wreathed in holly and red bows, and “Love” set in gold script. The word “Noel” is the old carol word for Christmas, so anyone who knows the song will recognize it right away. It is made for people who want a traditional holiday look.

Note: the mug shown in the photo are for styling only and not included.

The design piece by piece

The design is laid out as a grid of square patches in alternating deep red, forest green and cream. Several squares hold a wreath with a red bow and the word “Noel” printed in the center, while others show a gold script “Love” set among tiny flowers and leaves. Between them you will find gingerbread men with tiny bows, little gingerbread houses with white icing roofs, and glowing red pillar candles with gold holders.

The remaining patches carry snowflakes, star-shaped ornaments, bell-shaped baubles with gold caps, and sprigs of holly with red berries. Each motif is drawn in a soft, vintage style with a bit of shading, so the squares look like hand-stitched quilt blocks. Together they read as one cozy scene of a holiday kitchen and a tree-trimming afternoon.

Everyday moments

This blanket fits best in a living room where the family gathers in the weeks before Christmas. Its bright red and green squares stand out against a neutral couch, and the cream patches keep the look from feeling too busy. Many people pull it over their knees during holiday movies or while wrapping presents.

You can also fold it over the back of a reading chair in December, where the gingerbread and candle squares catch the light from the tree. The word “Noel” is a natural conversation starter for guests who stop by for cookies and cocoa.

When you need a gift

Christmas Noel Blanket makes a thoughtful gift for a host, a grandparent who loves carols, or a neighbor who decorates early each year. It also suits a Christmas Eve present for the whole family to share on the couch. Choose between the fleece throw, the sherpa throw, or the fleece and sherpa blanket styles, depending on whether the recipient prefers a smooth or a plush feel.