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Fleece blanket knots begin with a fringe. The fringe should be cut in equal lengths and widths around the perimeter of the blanket. Fringe 6 inches long by 1 1/2 inches wide work well. Make sure to measure before you cut and use a straight edge, so all the pieces are nice and even. Some patterns ask you to cut a 6-inch square out of each corner so the pieces will match up evenly.
Use sharp scissors, preferably a pair that is just for sewing. Paper cutting dulls scissors and could make the fringe pieces look sloppy. -
One type of knot for a fleece blanket is the overhand. This uses a single piece of fringe. Simply loop the fringe around your finger and pull it through.
You can knot the fringe pieces close to the blanket's body, in the middle of the fringe or near the end. Experiment to see what you like and how tight to make the knots. You can even vary where the knots are placed on each piece of fringe. If the fringe is especially long, try making two knots for a different look. -
The other type of knot possible is the square knot. Make this using two pieces of fringe. Take one fringe piece and loop it over the other, creating a space. Pull one piece through the space and pull it tight. You can leave it like this or knot it again, making a tighter knot.
This type of knot doesn't always lay flat, so try a few out before you commit to the entire blanket. You can always untie the knots. -
Another option is making a bow. Make a bow with two fringe pieces exactly as though you're tying a shoe. This requires long, thin pieces of fringe. Short, fat pieces will look too bulky.
Again, some experimentation is in order. If you like how the bow looks but don't like it's bulk, you can try making the fringe pieces longer to accommodate the bows. -
While most people make square or rectangular blankets, you could also try making a round blanket. Another option is to use two pieces of fleece, making an extra-thick blanket that is reversible.
If you're especially crafty, patterns and instructions are also available for sewing on different types of fringe. This way, the blanket can have a braided edge or contrasting color or simply be finished with embroidery thread. Check the Resource section below, visit a material store or perform an Internet search to find these patterns.
