While pregnant, I kept reading that I needed a bunch of receiving blankets. However, every time I went to buy them, I couldn't believe the prices! My mom had bought a pack of Carter's receiving blankets, and basically, they're a square of flannel with serged edges...piece of cake to make! I made a ton for baby Henley and I use them all the time (that's her at just 4 days old)! I recently made some for a friend who had twin boys. Here's how I made them:
What you need:
• 1 yard flannel (Joann's always has great
sales)
• Coordinating thread
• Rotary cutter or scissors
• Serger or sewing machine
• Bowl to trace round edges (if desired)
Directions for Sewing Machine:
1. Wash, dry and iron your flannel. Lay flat then cut a square 31" x 31".
2. Fold over each side 1/2", then 1/2" again for a finished edge. Sew along all of the edges of the blanket using a zig zag stitch and you're done!
These blankets are so easy to make and make perfect gifts for someone who is expecting. With the leftover flannel you can even make a burp cloth or two to match! See my burp cloth tutorial here.
How do you keep your corners from being so thick with the 2 double folds at each corner?
ReplyDeletewhat thread count are you using for your serger? 3 or 4 and what type of hem?
ReplyDeleteThanks!