The Coral panel is the centerpiece of Love You to the Moon Flannel, designed by Echo Park Paper Co. for Riley Blake Designs. A coral-and-white gingham frame surrounds a white center printed with “I love you to the Moon and back” in a mix of block and script lettering. Below the words, a smiling yellow crescent moon rests among soft aqua and sage clouds, with tiny stars and hearts scattered around them.
The printed panel measures about 35½" x 43½", a comfortable size for a quick baby quilt. Add a border or two and you have a finished crib or stroller quilt with the sentiment front and center. Riley Blake Designs also offers a free Love You to the Moon Panel Quilt pattern, finishing at 51½" x 51½", that frames this panel with prints from the collection.
Because it is 100% cotton flannel, the panel makes a soft, cuddly baby blanket even without piecing. Simply back it with a coordinating print such as Stars Blush or Gingham Rouge and bind the edges. It also makes a sweet nursery wall hanging or a keepsake baby shower gift. If you plan to combine it with other flannels, treat all of the fabrics the same way before sewing, since flannel can shrink.
