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Tie yourself a tie blanket from two fabric squares; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.
There are 5 videos in this series:
Pick fabric pieces to make a tie blanket; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.
Lay out and trim fabric to make tie blankets; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.
Be sure to cut the corners for a fitted tie blanket; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.
Cut slashes in each fabric cloth to make tie blankets; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.
Tie the two pieces of cloth to finish the tie blanket; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.
Sewing is an ancient craft that still has remarkable relevance in today's modern world, but you won't need it in every crafty project. Industrial sewing is usually done with the use of machines, but for seamstresses, alteration givers, and most casual sewers, an old fashioned needle and thread is still incredibly useful and more often than not the desired method since it enables far more detail. Tailoring and dressmaking require not only a needle and thread, but also other tools and materials that you can find easily at arts and crafts stores. Find out about making a blanket without sewing right here!
In this short video series, expert Gretchen Soares shows you how to make a tie blanket, this one is the perfect size for an infant carrier. Without sewing, Gretchen shows you how to select fabric, layout and trim the cloth, cut the corners, and tying together the blanket. Tie blankets work great for college dorms or gifts to loved ones.
Gretchen Soares Gretchen Soares is the co-owner of Bufferfly Boutique, which specializes in soft goods such as quilts, clothing and wearable art. She holds an Associates of Science degree in home economics with emphasis in fashion. She also has a masters degree in fashion. She is an ownership partner in "Butterfly Boutique" located in Los Osos, California. She has 15 years experience in the fashion and retail industries. She started sewing at her mother's side when she was a toddler, which then fueled her love for sewing. Butterfly Boutique is a children’s resell and specialty goods store. Butterfly Boutique also carries a selection of handcrafted goods and offers classes on making soy candles. They are on the web at www.butterfly-boutique.orgdkdk
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