We love weighted blankets in our home but they are so expensive! It's simple and easy to make your own blanket so in this post I am going to show you how to make a weighted blanket! These are great for helping you get to sleep and the weight provides extra comfort. It's easy and you can make them for your whole family! In this post I'll walk you through the materials and supplies you need and how to make a weighted blanket for a fraction of the cost of buying one! There is even a super cheap option below! I love the final result ...Continue Reading
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how to sew a baby blanket with 2 yards of fabric!
I'm in full-on last minute baby prep right now! In this post I'll show you how to sew a baby blanket with just 2 yards of fabric! I love making baby blankets and this one is super easy to sew and turns out really cute! Since you only need two full yards of fabric, it's easy to find fabric to get started - just pick any two prints from a fabric line and find a coordinating thread! I used fabric from the new Riley Blake line Let them Be Little by Simple Simon - it's a cute kid themed line that is great for home decor and clothing! My favorite ...Continue Reading
Animal Hooded Blankets Tutorial + FREE Pattern
This post, Animal Hooded Blankets, is sponsored by Nature's Fabrics! Check out their selection of amazing knits and more here! My kids are always fighting over blankets during movie night so I had to fix the problem by making them each their own blanket with an animal hood! These animal hooded blankets are the right size for a kids hooded blanket and have fun animal hoods, too, which keeps the blanket in place but also makes it extra fun! I made 3 different hoods for all different personalities! A cat, a unicorn and panda ...Continue Reading
Ombre Mermaid Blanket Tail pattern
We are all in love with this project over here! I've had this ombre mermaid tail blanket pattern in my mind for a long time now! In fact, I've had the fabric cut for months and months (before the baby came!). I finally had a chance to finish it up, just in time for the holidays. This is a perfect last minute sewing project to stick under the tree for lots of cozy evenings by the fire. The project itself didn't take long. It's not a hard project, even though it is a big project. The techniques involved are simple piecing and simple ...Continue Reading
DIY Pom Pom Swaddle Blankets
I originally published this tutorial on the Gugu Guru blog and I'm posting it here today along with more information about my= fabric and pom pom sources! Pom pom trim is so fun to sew with and adds a fun pop of color to any project! For these blankets, I used solid color double gauze and paired with a fun trim color. I never have enough swaddle blankets around with a new baby and with my third coming soon, I wanted some cute, washable swaddles that will also look really great in photos! The 4moms RockaRoo is so stylish in it's sleek grey ...Continue Reading
Simple Yarn Tied Baby Blankets
Adding another baby blanket to my long list of baby projects! Sewing for babies never gets old. I love giving baby blankets as gifts because they are quick and easy, but also so useful! Whenever I have a baby, there are never enough blankets and it's nice to have fresh ones even if it isn't the first baby. These are a really simple project, that can be super cute! Each blanket takes just 2 yards of fabric, one for the front and one for the back. So you can pick two really cute cotton prints and put them together! I made two gender ...Continue Reading
flannel + piping baby blanket
When I was in my fleece blanket making frenzy, I also made one for the new baby. After spotting Heather Bailey flannel, it just had to happen. HEATHER BAILEY FLANNEL! Don't you just love it when designers put out lines of fabric that include things besides quilting weight cotton? It's so nice to be able to find a pretty flannel! This pretty print is called Finery Pink.This is a really easy project with piped edges for a little something extra! Materials:*1 1/4 yard flannel print (44-45")*1 1/4 yard flannel solid*piping, 5+ yards*2 yards ...Continue Reading
easy fleece + bias tape blanket tutorial (with rounded corners!)
I don't know what has gotten into me, I normally HATE fleece. But this year something changed! Maybe it was this plaid fleece I saw at Hobby Lobby. There are so many cute fleece options I had to use them for this fleece blanket tutorial! Buffalo plaid gets me every time. I snatched it up to make a new blanket for Cohen's bed this winter. He's still using tiny baby blankets and his little legs are stretching out the ends of them. It's cute seeing his little toes poke out, but it's time. Plus winter is coming and a fleecy blanket ...Continue Reading
extra large swaddling blanket tutorial
difficulty level: easy peasymaterials needed: 1.5 yards cotton flannelperfect for: extra large babies who are way too much baby for normal receiving blanketsStep 1: Cut your fabric to a 42" by 42" square. Step 2: Serge around edges. If you don't have a serger, you can finish these edges with a clean finish. Step 3(optional): Attach a label and you're done! Then package it up for a perfect and easy baby shower gift! Or go try it out on your suspicious-looking baby, like I did. ...Continue Reading
Owl Plush Sewing Pattern
Get this free owl plush sewing pattern and make a little brood! These adorable owl stuffies are easy to sew and adorable to boot! These little owl softies can be made with rick rack on the front to look like owls. Use two fabrics for a fun two-tone look. The top of the owl folds over to create an adorable beak and owl eyebrows! You only need a few supplies for this owl plush sewing pattern and you may already have them in your sewing stash! Download and print this pattern out and then sew your own stuffed owls in two ...Continue Reading
Cat Sewing Patterns
Time to sew for your feline friend! This list of cat sewing patterns will get you started! Cat Sewing Pattern Ideas Try sewing a catnip pouch! This little pouch has a velcro pocket for adding catnip! Just pour it in and let your cat go crazy. Get the free templates and free pattern here. Sew a purr-fect cat bed! A cat shaped cat bed is the cutest nook for your little kitty! Get the templates and learn how to make this cat pattern here! Easy Bandana Free Cat Sewing Patterns Give your feline friend a fancy accessory ...Continue Reading
