Sewing

Are you thinking about making a baby blanket or maybe trying to repair an old blanket? Most babies enjoy holding and playing with the satin binding on their blankets. Some babies enjoy playing...

Making a fur blanket is a simple sewing project with a luxe look. Fake fur is available in an abundance of patterns and styles, some that look and feel very realistic while others are in bright...

Soft, comfortable fleece takes the chill off a cold day, and a fleece blanket with sleeves can help you save money on your heating bills. The fleece blanket keeps you warm while the sleeves allow...

A hand made baby blanket makes a great shower gift and it's sure to be one of a kind, and treasured for years to come. You can make these in any colors you choose to match the babys room or other...

In days gone by, store-bought goods were considered luxuries in many households. Women had to not only clothe and feed their families, but they also had to make or trade for everything used in a...

Sewing penny rugs is a time honored craft. For centuries women have hoarded scraps of wool and fabric to cut into shapes and sew by hand to charming penny rugs. Scraps of wool fabric and felt are...

The best part of making fleece blankets is that there's no sewing required. All you need is a fleece square or rectangle and a pair of scissors. The project is also great fun for groups like Girl...

Ponchos are garments that are part coat and part stadium blanket. They can be as easily worn on a cold evening at the football stadium as they can be used as a picnic blanket at the park in the...

One way to stay warm throughout the long winter months is by using a tied fleece blanket. In just a few hours, it is possible to create a cozy tied blanket that can last for many years. Fleece...

Blanket ribbon binding is that soft, silky-like ribbon that edges a blanket or quilt and gives it a finished look. It is also often an integral part of the blanket's design. Usually made of 100...

Blankets are a simple sewing project. Minimal work is required to create a blanket: a layer or two of fabric with binding around the edges. Sewing binding onto a blanket both secures the fabric...

When a couple is getting ready to have their first child, one of the questions they usually ask is "where can we find the best swaddling blanket?" Swaddling a baby is very helpful in...

With the feel of fall in the air and the holidays approaching soon, why not wrap yourself or someone you care about up in the comfort and warmth of a soft double- sided polar blanket, a blanket...

Making a beautiful fur blanket is a simple project that nearly anyone can accomplish. Faux fur in many different styles, types and qualities is available at most fabric supply stores. Choose one...

There are a variety of stitches that are both practical and decorative. If you're looking to spice up your sewing, you can take advantage of these stitches' dual purposes and add them to your bag...

When there’s a chill in the air, snuggle up in a toasty warm fleece blanket throw that has sleeves. You’ve maybe seen them advertised on TV, or in magazines recently, sometimes called Snuggies,...

Little girls and boys who play with dolls love to have a blanket to tuck their dolly snugly into bed. Make a quick, easy doll blanket out of fleece. Fleece lends itself to fast projects because...

Scouting is a fun activity for many girls and boys. They enjoy the challenge of earning as many badges and patches as they possibly can. While most of these are worn on the uniform in a vest or...

Blankets are useful for sleeping on chilly nights, cuddling close to a campfire or even having a picnic. Many blankets that can be purchased at stores are overpriced. You can easily make a tie...

Tired of your baby or toddler hitting their heads on the changing table edge while they squirm around? This easy pillow article will allow your little one more comfort with diaper changes and much...

Polar fleece is warm, easy to work with and comes in a huge variety of colors that will fit anyone's taste. The warmth and thickness of polar fleece make it suitable for using to make toasty...

This is a fun beginning sewing project and the blanket is so warm when it's done.

Home crafters do not want to throw away anything that can be used to make something else. Using every inch of scrap material can leave the crafter with a sense of achievement. Many scrap pieces...

Making your own no sew, homemade fleece or minky blanket is very easy. No sewing, just cut and tie! Making a personalized blanket makes a great gift for someone you love or a great gift to...

A quillow is both a blanket and a pillow. They are a pretty pillow to go on a bed or couch or if you get chilly, they can be quickly unfolded and used as a blanket. When it is a blanket, the...

Whether it is a baby blanket or a larger blanket, one of the last steps to blanket making is to bind it to finish the edges. A bound blanket will be more durable as it is used because the edges...

Taggie blankets are a favorite of many babies and infants. The tags, made from brightly patterned ribbons, add visual and tactile interest to a baby's favorite blanket. The ribbons are sewn in...

Special personalized pillows and blanket throws are great gifts if you have hard-to-shop-for kids on your holiday list. These handmade gifts are always appreciated. They can be used to lounge in...

A tie knot blanket is simple, fun, and great of beginners! No sewing machine required. I have a little girl on the way so for my first blanket, I made a small tie knot fleece for the car seat. It...

Whether it is the first quilt you have ever made or a blanket given to you by a friend, one of the best ways to preserve, protect and enjoy these items is to hang them up. If you don't know how to...

Most babies thrash around at night and kick their covers off. They get cold and wake up crying. Now you are losing sleep trying to comfort your little one and wishing there were some way to keep...

It seems you can almost never have too many blankets. Blankets serve so many purposes. This is especially true in families with children. For this reason, having an extensive collection of...

Sometimes you need just a light blanket to cuddle up with while watching TV or taking a nap. Most every year I make one of these cozy flannel blankets. Sometimes they last just the year and...

Making a fleece blanket that folds into a pillow is so easy, anyone with basic sewing skills can do it. In fact, it is a great "first project" for the new sewer. The finished product can be used...

You can't have enough receiving blankets when you have a new baby. Making them is an easy project that you can do while you're waiting for your new baby to arrive. They make wonderful gifts for...

Fleece blankets are lightweight, but are excellent at trapping body heat. This is one of the primary reasons they've become so popular, and can even be seen wrapped around fans at football games...

Making a fleece robe from a fleece blanket can be an interesting project to try. Even if you don't have a fleece blanket to use to make a robe, you could just as easily purchase a piece of fleece...

Sewing your own throw blanket is fairly simple, and can be done by anyone with a little hand-stitching experience, or even a beginner. A step up from no-sew fleece blankets, hand-stitched throws...

Swaddling blankets are among the most thoughtful gifts that new parents can receive. Because of its use and function, a swaddling blanket is much larger than a newborn's receiving blanket. From...

Babies enjoy exploring different textures and colors. A baby tag blanket made of soft fleece can provide both comfort and interesting challenges to developing minds. Tag blankets are usually on...

This flannel and chenille baby blanket is a soft and snuggly creation perfect for a baby's sensitive skin. This pattern uses two vintage chenille bedspreads in soft colors. Check your linen closet...

Making stuffed animals from felt is a fun way to dress up a gift package. This stuffed animal pattern is a cute little teddy bear that has a pocket sewn right to his front. He's quick and easy to...

Free T-shirts are fairly common door prizes and give away items, but all those free T-shirts, along with old T-shirts you have, may start to take up space or will simply never get used. T-shirts...

There's a new baby on the way and what could be more exciting then making your own nursery bedding? A few general supplies from your local fabric outlet, a nursery theme in mind, and your own...

Sew the most basic of quilt designs by making a patch blanket. This blanket can be made using two complementary fabrics and a checkerboard arrangement. Its simple shapes and lines make it...

A non-fleece blanket can be both comforting and comfortable during the spring and fall seasons, when you want to snuggle under something soft and lightweight. One fabric that is particularly nice...

Taggies blankets are wonderful sensory blankets for touch and exploration for a baby. They are meant to imitate the ribbon tags found on soft stuffed baby toys. The taggies blankets are soft and...

There's cozier than snuggling up under a warm fleece blanket. Unfortunately, you eventually have to reach for something. How about a fleece blanket with sleeves? Make your own and you can be...

So you want to make a cotton blanket, but you don't know how to sew and don't own a sewing machine. Don't give up on the project, because you will still be able to do it without sewing skills or a...

Is your Barbie or Breyer model horse getting cold at night without a blanket? Don't fret, with a few scrap pieces of fabric, a little bit of time, and a few stitches your horse will be cozy warm.