Inspired by folding picnic blankets for adults, this Travel Baby Pad is soft enough for tummy time on one side and easy to wipe down on the other. Perfect to keep in the back of the car or a suitcase for travel!
After you’ve laid out the fabrics in the pattern you like, begin sewing the rows together with a 3/8″ seam allowance. Sew completed rows together to form the quilted top.
Cut the last 9″ square in half. Fold one panel in half and sew along edge. Flip right side out and repeat steps with other panel.
Layer the quilted top over the fleece interfacing and the protective Shield over both of them (right sides of the Shield and quilt facing each other.) Place the handles on opposite sides of the center edge (pointing inward) and pin everything in place.
Sew a 3/8″ seam around entire pad, making sure to leave an 8″ opening to turn the project right side out.
Fold exposed edges inward and sew a 1/2″ seam around the entire pad.
Once you pad is complete, just fold the two sides in, fold up the middle, and then carry the pad by the handles. Super easy!
The Shield layer on the back will protect the pad from the elements and in a pinch, work equally well as a changing pad!
