How They’re Made
The illustrations for Dreamhatcher Storyblankets are lovingly hand-drawn by artist Nicholas Van Strander in Shoreline, Washington. I’ve spent hundreds of hours dreaming up characters, discovering ways for them to interact and explore their surroundings, and world building. I chose colors that are comforting, evocative and inspiring to young imaginations, based on my own childhood memories.
The final design is then domestically printed using eco-friendly processes and water-based pigments. The cotton quilt layers are hand cut and pin-basted in order to avoid chemicals. I stitch the quilt together in a meandering pattern, and bind off the edges with a sturdy cotton-poly binding. All assembly takes place here in my one-person Shoreline workshop.
Dreamhatcher wants your storyblanket to be a well-loved friend that lasts beyond childhood. I hope it becomes an heirloom, a treasure to be passed down within families and friend circles.
I use cotton batting, fabrics, and thread to construct Dreamhatcher blankets. I chose this plant fiber for its cozy softness, warmth, and durability.