Sports Star Blanket with Balls, Bats and Pucks

Sports Star Blanket shows a dark blue field covered in balls, bats, helmets, hockey sticks and gloves, with the words STAR, CHAMP and BASEBALL scattered among them. Those words tell anyone who loves games that the whole night is ready for a match. Use it on the couch during the big game, or on the bed when the day's practice has worn you out.

What the print says

Baseballs with red stitching sit beside soccer balls, basketballs and footballs, and every ball is drawn in bold outlines. Bats, hockey sticks and batting helmets fill the gaps between them, while a catcher's mitt and a few stars add small bright points. The lettering is hand-drawn and reads STAR, CHAMP and BASEBALL in a loose, playful style. Those words mark the pattern as something for a dugout, a backyard or a pickup game. Every ball and piece of gear is placed so you can find something new each time you look. Together the parts build a crowded picture of a sports day.

Who sees themselves in it

You will spot it first if you are the kid who keeps a ball under the bed or the adult who knows every player on the roster. The printed CHAMP and STAR tell the young player that effort counts, and the baseball and bat show the parent who drives to every practice. Coaches, scouts and anyone who keeps a team chart in a bag will feel the pull of the pattern. It also works for a fan who swears by one sport and still enjoys seeing the others. Wrap yourself up after a long afternoon of catching and running.

Meant as a gift

Sports Star Blanket fits a birthday for a young player, a thank-you for a coach, or a present after a season win. Give it before a big tournament so the recipient can carry the luck onto the field. It is also a good pick for a graduation from a sports program or a new start on a team. Choose the fleece or the sherpa style to match the gift you have in mind.