2 days ago
Shoppers rush to buy stylish 'fantastic quality' picnic blanket that's 'perfect on damp grass'
No more damp trousers on dewy picnics thanks to this picnic blanket
Picnics always seem like a lovely idea when the sun is shining. Nothing compares to some fancy picky bits (especially from Marks and Spencer... if you know, you know) and even a bottle of prosecco in the park with friends and family.
However, the fun can be ruined before it even begins if the grass is dewy or freshly mowed - especially if picnickers have rocked up to the park without a blanket. That's why getting a stylish but practical picnic blanket is essential - one that's easy to carry and looks lovely spread out on a summer's day.
Amazon has this VonShef Picnic Blanket for £24.99, and shoppers are praising it as a picnic essential. Measuring 200 x 220cm, it's big enough for a nice group to gather or to sprawl out on solo, and it's got waterproof backing to protect users' trousers from any damp grass they might encounter.
The blanket comes in a range of colours, but the green herringbone style is particularly appealing. Plus, it comes with a faux leather handle for easy transport, and it folds down nice and compact for stashing in the car boot when not in use.
If this blanket isn't to shoppers' tastes, Debenhams has a pretty leaf print blanket for £14.99. The 'Matteo' Leaf Print Waterproof Backed Picnic Blanket is currently 25% off online, has a durable waterproof backing and rolls up neatly with a carry handle.
Alternatively, fans of the herringbone style could try the Boho Herringbone Foldaway Picnic Blanket for £14. This premium-looking picnic blanket also has waterproof backing and a carry handle, making it ideal for picnics on any terrain.
However, the VonShef Picnic Blanket on Amazon has plenty of great reviews. One shopper said: "Really great picnic mat – well made and beautifully delivered with a handy harness to keep it rolled up. Very happy with this purchase!"
Another added: "Such a spacious picnic blanket! Large enough for a family to comfortably sit on. Really good materials and good quality, no complaints."
A third said: "I'll be honest, this is one very sexy picnic blanket. The size is brilliant and the quality is excellent, can't wait to get more use out of it in the summer holidays."
Some shoppers did flag problems with rolling the blanket up in windy places, however: "The blanket itself is nice and decent quality, but the rolling up 'mechanism' is so awkward. There is no attached velcro, so you need to roll it and then buckle it up manually, which — on a windy beach — is a real pain."
Another warned about washing the blanket: "The fabric feels nice, haven't tested out the waterproof membrane... But we will see. Disappointed that it is hand wash only, but I assume that's due to the waterproof backing. That's the only downside."
However, for a premium picnic blanket that's suitable for use on all terrain, the VonShef Picnic Blanket seems worth a look.
