Blankets – Page 7

Tutorial: Baby blanket from a vintage tablecloth

September 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A baby blanket from a vintage tablecloth? Oh yes! Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life made this baby blanket out of a vintage tablecloth. She used a vintage souvenir tablecloth for the front, but lined it with a Minky… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Easy blanket from double sided fabric

September 18, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Use double sided fabric to make a quick blanket! Whether it’s a quilted fabric or a Minky or faux Sherpa, Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can make a simple blanket out of double sided fabric. If you use… Read more ...

Tutorial: Painted stripe throw blanket

September 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Carrie from Making Lemonade shows how you can sew a simple throw blanket to keep you warm on the cooler autumn and winter nights. Add in painted stripes for a knock-off Pendleton look, or keep it simple and skip the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Blanket carrier strap

September 1, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sew a blanket carrier strap to make it easier to carry a blanket to the park or for a picnic! Instead of wrapping two arms around a folded and floppy blanket, use this strap to carry it one handed. Art… Read more ...

Tutorial: Waterproof picnic blanket to keep your pants dry

August 31, 2016 by Anne Weaver

It’s happened to all of us at least once. Sitting down for a picnic and finding the ground is not as dry as you thought it was! And then you’re walking around with a big ol’ wet spot on the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fleece picnic blanket that folds to a tote

August 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This picnic blanket folds up into a tote so it’s easy to take with you to the park! Tovah from Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how you can make one. The blanket is made from a soft fleece… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern : Sleepover Sack and matching pillow

August 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This Sleepover Sack is perfect for kids’ slumber parties or trips to grandparents’ house. It’s made from a snuggly soft flannel and cotton. A strap harness keeps it rolled up for storage and easy to carry. The tutorial includes how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Gauze swaddle blanket

August 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Need a quick to make baby shower gift? These gauze swaddle blankets would be perfect! Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. Bias tape binding finishes the edges with a pop… Read more ...

Tutorial: Vintage camp blanket iPad sleeve

July 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Cintia from My Poppet shares a tutorial at Frankie showing how you can make this iPad sleeve inspired by a vintage camp blanket. Cover it with sew on patches to make it extra fun! You can make one from a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Knit pencil skirt with pockets

July 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a simple knit pencil skirt with one very important addition – pockets! Between keys and phone and random stuff I ended up carrying around because I’m a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Watermelon pom pom picnic blanket

July 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

The House That Lars Buillt shares a tutorial for the cutest watermelon picnic blanket! And though it’s intended as a picnic blanket, how adorable would it be laid over a round table? It’s a low-sew project because you’ll start with… Read more ...

8 Things to Make with Ric Rac

July 18, 2016 by Larissa Coleman

Welcome to our roundup of sewing projects using ric rac. Ric rac is a versatile and decorative trim that has been around for many years, and it’s a great way to add a touch of texture and color to any… Read more ...

Tutorial: Double gauze burp cloth

July 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Measuring nearly 16″ x 24″, this baby burp cloth provides a lot of coverage! Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. She used a double gauze fabric that’s super soft and also matches a… Read more ...

It’s time for Skirting the Issue 2016!

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Skirting the Issue 2016 is here, and there’s an awesome addition! First, for those who don’t know, Skirting the Issue is a month-long sewing service project organized by Elizabeth and LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. that encourages sewists… Read more ...

Tutorial: Frayed edge picnic blanket

June 30, 2016 by Anne Weaver

The frayed edges of this picnic blanket gives it an aged and timeless charm. Roxanne from PenSeb & Rox shows how you can make one. She used an old tablecloth and some denim from her stash, but you can make… Read more ...