Like many of you (I assume, I hope), I 'pin' projects and other DIY inspiration to my Pinterest boards with the best of intentions, only to forget about them later. This time I even bought some of the necessary supplies, then let them sit in a bag next to my dining room table for a couple of months. Oops.
I first spotted the idea HERE and immediately knew I wanted to DIY my own version - I just needed to find the perfect vintage floral fabric.
The steps are pretty easy (Andrea's tutorial includes some great step-by-step photos if you need more detail):
- Cut your fabric and batting to your desired size (most tutorials I read recommended a 45" or 1 1/4-yard square).
- Place one layer of your fabric on top of your batting (right-side facing out), fold over the edges and pin to create a 1/2-inch seam. I found it helpful to then iron the edges to define my seam.
- Place your second layer of fabric on top of the batting (again, right-side facing out), fold under your edges and pin around all four sides.
- Now that you've basically got your blanket, open each side, layer in your trim and re-pin. Then run all four sides through the sewing machine, stitching as close to the edges as possible.
- Finally, mark the spots for your yarn ties - mine are all 4.5" apart - with pins, thread your yarn through each pin mark, cut and knot. Check out this tutorial for the very easy how-to.
And that's it! I have a few friends who either recently had babies or are expecting, and I think this would make a great handmade gift.
A big thanks to Andrea at Strawberry Chic for the inspiration!
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That would be such a sweet gift! And a great keepsake.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth @ The Little Black Door
that is beautiful Amelia!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather - I'm loving how soft the vintage sheet is too!
ReplyDeleteYes, I'm definitely thinking about giving this one away and I'll be sure to make them as gifts in the future too!
ReplyDeletegorgeous!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Love this idea!
ReplyDeleteI'm actually about to sew a baby blanket for our little one (due to arrive at the end of August), although I've chosen some "new" quilting fabric. Just wondering what type/thickness of batting you used. I've never sewed a blanket before, so any tips are much appreciated!
Congratulations - I'm due at the end of August too! I picked up a bag of quilting batting from Wal-mart (they actually sell it in a bag marked baby blanket, or something like that). I ended up folding it in half so it was double-thickness and it feels nice and soft, but not too heavy. Good luck with your blanket!
ReplyDeleteThanks Amelia, and congrats to you too! I'm looking forward to seeing your nursery reveals :)
ReplyDeleteThat is so beautiful, Amelia! I love the vintage fabric that you've chosen...and the yellow dot fabric is perfect, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm gifting it to a friend soon, so I hope she feels the same way :)
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