How to Make a No Sew Fleece Blanket

These Soft Cuddly Blankets Make Great Christmas Gifts

It’s almost the holiday season again and that means presents .If you are like me and are on a budget this can be a stressful time. Why not make something homemade, there are tons of things that you can make even if you are not a crafty person, here is a great example that would make wonderful Christmas gifts.

No Sew Throw

This is a great gift because you can personalize it to the recipient by choosing a pattern in the fabric that is right for them, it could be there favorite color, animal, cartoon character for kids, the possibilities are endless as there are so many designs available. You can find the blankets in the store already made but they are expensive and its very easy to make one your self, most will cost under twenty dollars, depending on the size you choose to make. Although the throws can be made in any size desired, since most fleeces are sold in approximately 54' widths, the ones I've done are 54" by 54. 

Gather supplies 

1 1/2 yards of patterned fleece
1 1/2 yards of coordinating (solid) fleece
Sharp scissors 
Large straight pins 

Spread out both pieces of fabric on a large flat surface. With right sides facing OUT, smooth fabric out until there are no wrinkles or fabric bunching. Pin the two pieces together a few inches from the edges; don't worry if one piece is slightly larger than the other. Trim off the unsightly selvage edges of the fabric also trim the fabric so that both pieces are the same size, after trimming, smooth fabric out again so there is no bunching or wrinkles in the two pieces. Cut a 4" square out of each corner of the fabric. 

The size of the fringe depends on your personal preference. The width and length can be adjusted to the look desired. Do a few tests "ties" before cutting all the fabric. Cut 4" to 5" slits in the fabric, approximately 3/4 to 1" wide If a 5" cut provides the desired look, you will have to adjust the 4" corner cut to a 5" corner cut.