How to make a no-sew blanket--Ruby

 

A super simple and comfy blanket that is cheap and easy to make for anyone!

This blanket doesn’t require you to sew and takes very little time, my first time making it took

about 25-30 minutes Its a cheap and easy craft for yourself, family, or maybe even a gift!

My favorite thing about this blanket is that it’s not just simple but is easily customizable, you can

pick out the fabric, the design or pattern, colors, and even when the blanket is complete you can

embroider it or use fabric paint on it. This blanket is not just customizable but cheap so you can

make as many as you want with different styles and a bit of time. I have had blankets that last

for years and have no problems with the ties coming undone once it’s done.

Tools:

- Scissors or rotary cutter

- 2 sheets of fabric (Fleece &/or anti-pilling fleece)

- Ruler

- Pen/pencil (optional)

Fabric doesn’t need to be fleece but it’s probably the best to work with for this project, other

fabrics could include; flannel, cotton, or anything else that won’t fray

Fabric size depends on you but I’d recommend 2x2yards, smaller blankets for kids can be 2x1.5

yards and larger blankets for adults can be 2x3 yards of fabric and can be easily found at a

fabric store like Joanne’s.

*Make sure you have 2 sheets of fabric that are the same size!!

Cutting the Fabric:

Take both the sheets of fabric and stack them on top of each other, making sure they are even

on all sides. Some fabrics will be messier to cut than others so be prepared to clean a little and

if you don’t want to worry about any mess then look out for anti-pilling fleece when you get your

fabric.

Then, you will need to cut off about 4in from each corner of the fabric. They don’t need to be

perfectly straight because you won’t see it when we start tying them together.

Measure and Cut Blanket Corners. The Spruce Crafts,

www.thesprucecrafts.com/fleece-tie-blanket-1252959.

Next, you need to cut along the edges of the blanket and make strips to tie together. 1-2 inches

wide and 5 inches long. The width should depend on the size of fabric you’re using so they are

evenly cut.

Cut the Blanket Fringe. 

The

SpruceCrafts,www.thesprucecrafts.com/fleece-tie-blanket-1252959.

Use your ruler and pencil to measure and mark, then cut the lines with your scissors, these lines

also don’t have to be perfect because the ties will cover it up after.

Tying the strips together:

There are two ways I have used to tie the strips together; using a simple knot or “no-knot”

method, which are both easy and will change how your ties look when you are done.

1. The simple knot:

Tying the Fringe. The Spruce Crafts, www.thesprucecrafts.com/fleece-tie-blanket-1252959.

Take the top and bottom strip and tie a knot as you would on your shoes, you can single knot

but double knotting will make sure that it is in place and tight. This knot is simple and is how

most people know how to tie a knot but can make the knot bulky so I personally prefer the other

method much better.

Stopper Knot. Net Knots, www.netknots.com.

Don’t try to pull the fabric too much or will become really loose. Once you have all the ties like

how it looks above, then you are set and your blanket is done.

2. The “no-tie” method:

No Sew Fleece Blanket. Adventures of a Diy Mom,

www.adventuresofadiymom.com/2012/12/no-sew-fleece-blanket.html.

The other way to tie them is to cut a small hole near the edge in both strips. Put the top strip in

the bottom hole and then putting both strips through at the same time. I prefer putting both

stripes in through the hole and not doing the first step because it can make it look cleaner at the

end and is still as secure as the original method. The downside to this method is that you have

to cut more holes into your fabric and potentially take more time.

Once all the strips are tied together then the blanket is complete and you can use it right away

or if it was messy after the cutting process then can be washed and the ties will not come out or

if that happens then you can redo them easily.

Overall, these blankets are perfect to use and easy to make, it can be a fun activity for anyone

or be used as a present for a baby shower, birthday, or any other occasion. And it doesn’t take a

lot of time, effort, or creativity so it’s perfect for everyone to use and one of my favorite things to

make for myself or others.