newborn textured blanket

[kimkimz]

So I have a friend that is expecting any day, and I told her that I would love to shoot the little bundle of joy when he arrives. I want to try new things and practice as much as possible! So I've been spending way too much time online looking up newborn photography tips, and I noticed that there seems to be a certain "textured and fluffy" ( that's the technical term i'm sure!) fabric/blanket that most use on the bean bag. Anyone know what the actual stuff is???? I'm sure it's super soft...

[SusanH1970]

Can you post a link or two to photos that show what the heck you're talking about? LOL

[kimkimz]

I think I was taking too much medication when I wrote this question- It made sense at the time but hey- I think that I found some chenille fabric that will work. here is a sample of what I was talking about...
Hawaii Newborn and Baby Photography by { Simply Baby } ~ Kailua & Honolulu, Hawaii

[kimkimz]

btw susan- I absolutely love your newborn photographs! I am going to try to use the technique with the black blanket into a few of the photos- thanks for sharing!

[SusanH1970]

Originally Posted by kimkimz

I think I was taking too much medication when I wrote this question- It made sense at the time but hey- I think that I found some chenille fabric that will work. here is a sample of what I was talking about...
Hawaii Newborn and Baby Photography by { Simply Baby } ~ Kailua & Honolulu, Hawaii

LOL!

By the way, I know exactly what that photographer is using. It's this one: OFELIA Blanket - IKEA

Originally Posted by kimkimz

btw susan- I absolutely love your newborn photographs! I am going to try to use the technique with the black blanket into a few of the photos- thanks for sharing!

Thank you so much!

[kimkimz]

see- it's so much better when I can communicate! thanks- I'm going close to a ikea tomorrow i'll check it out!

[John Hendry]

Why dont you go shopping in some baby shops they are sure to have shawls etc..

All the best

[SusanH1970]

Originally Posted by John Hendry

Why dont you go shopping in some baby shops they are sure to have shawls etc..

All the best

Yeah...ridiculously expensive, though. I've gotten the best blankets/props/etc. from places like Target, Walmart, and consignment shops.

[corry]

i'm taking some pics of a friends newborn next week and so was shopping for that exact white blanket, didn't find it unfortunately but went to the fabric store for some super soft minky fabric and a piece of fur, grabbed a few soft knited scarves and colored fleece....have a few baskets and things so I'm almost all set.....

[Gulf Coast Girl]

In addition to the specific blanket you are looking for (that Susan gave you a link to) I would suggest hitting up a fabric store. There you will find a world of fabric in all kinds of textures and colors. Even if you don't sew, you could purchase a few yards and just tuck the edges under so they aren't visible when you photograph.

Also, if you crochet, you could use a large hook and some baby soft Boucle yarn and whip up some small throws in no-time.

I may not know what I'm doing with a camera yet...... but I'm right at home with my sewing machine, knitting needles and crochet hooks