How to Make a Blanket Using Fleece Fabric Tied with Knots

Choose Fleece Fabric. Pick two pieces of fleece fabric with different patterns or complementary solid colors. Another option is to use one piece with a pattern and the other in a solid color.

• Experiment with different combinations. Some patterns that might seem mismatched can look beautiful when paired together. You won't know how great it looks until you try it.

Buy Two Pieces of Fabric, Each Around 1.3 to 2.7 Meters Long. 1.3 meters of fabric is enough to make a single blanket, while 2.3-2.7 meters is perfect for making a double blanket.

Lay Out the Fabric Flat. Spread the two fabric pieces on top of each other so that the smoother, brighter side of the fabric is facing outward. Trim the edges if necessary.

• Consider the space available when laying out the fabric. If there isn’t enough room to spread both pieces or if you can’t crawl around the floor, you can temporarily use a dining table or find a room with open space to spread the fabric on the floor.

Decide the Length of the Cuts. The length of the cuts doesn’t need to be exact. The fabric strips (typically along the shorter edge of the fabric) should be cut longer (about 11-14 cm), while the strips along the longer edge (about 7-9 cm) should be cut shorter as they don’t stretch as much when tied.

Cut Rectangles at Both Corners (See Tips Section). Remember to cut both fabric pieces at the same time.

• Use a rectangular object to measure. If it's hard to see the measurements on a ruler, you can use a cardboard piece of the correct size (such as 9x14 cm) to align and cut the corners evenly, ensuring that the fabric strips are uniform. Use the long edge of the cardboard to cut the longer strips and the short edge for the shorter strips.

Start Cutting the Fabric Strips. Cut the strips about 2.5 cm from the corner of the fabric piece along the edges, all the way through.

• Try to cut the strips as evenly as possible, but they don't need to be perfectly uniform. Any slight discrepancies won't be noticeable once the project is complete.
• A simple way to measure is using your thumb. If you have larger thumbs, use the width of your thumb, or for smaller fingers, you can use the length of the first joint to measure.

Tie the Fabric Strips at the Corners. Use a simple knot to tie the top and bottom pieces of fabric together.

Tie the Knot. If you find it difficult to tighten the knot due to arthritis or weak fingers, you can hold one end of the knot with one hand and use the fingers of the other hand to slide along the knot to pull it tighter.

Tie a Similar Knot at the Other Corners. Don't worry if the fabric gets wrinkled.

Smooth Out the Fabric. Use both hands to stretch and smooth out the fabric to make it flat again.

Tie the Fabric Strips Along the Long Edges of the Blanket. Smooth it out if necessary.

Fold the Knotted Blanket. Fold the fabric down so that the remaining fabric lies flat (trim if needed), and repeat steps 6 through 8 until two-thirds of the blanket has been knotted.

Flip the blanket over. Spread it out so the remaining portion lies flat.

Trim any excess fabric at the edges if needed. Repeat the steps from step 5 until the blanket is complete.

• Look closely: the tiny imperfections seem to blend seamlessly into the fabric's pattern!
• Fold the blanket and place it into a gift bag (see the tips section), tying the handles together with ribbon.
• You can gift the blanket to someone who will appreciate it, or keep it for yourself and enjoy it.

You're done.

• The cuts don't need to be perfectly straight, but the straighter and smoother they are, the better. Take your time.
• If you find it difficult to flatten both pieces of fabric without wrinkles underneath, you can use a few plates to keep the bottom flat while you spread out the top. Then place the plates on top while cutting to prevent the fabric from slipping.
• If you don't have a specific pattern ready, you can order one from another store. Ordering doesn't cost much, but it may take a few weeks to arrive.
• If your hands feel sore, try soaking them in warm water for a few minutes before you begin.
• When choosing a fabric pattern, try to select one that reflects something meaningful for the person you're giving the blanket to. For example, you could choose a design featuring their favorite sports team, a beloved movie or TV character, animals like dogs or cats, or a pattern that complements their living or bedroom colors.
• If cutting through two layers of fabric feels tough, try using poultry shears instead of regular scissors, or opt for fabric scissors. Just make sure your scissors are sharp, no matter which type you use.
• An eco-friendly option is to use a reusable shopping bag from the store instead of a gift bag, and swap the ribbon for colored twine.
• Many people believe that if they don't follow instructions perfectly, the result won't be right, but fortunately, perfection is not required.
• Make sure the knots are tight. You can always retie them, but if you're giving the blanket as a gift, it should be securely knotted to prevent it from coming undone.

• Ensure that the two pieces of fleece selected have matching fuzziness, weight, or quality. Fleece of different qualities (which you can often gauge by price, but if in doubt, ask the sales assistant) usually stretches differently when you tie and wash it.

• Fleece large enough to create the blanket you desire
• A space at least as wide as the shortest side of the fleece
• A ruler or piece of cardboard cut to the desired size
• A pen to mark the edges according to the measurements
• Sharp scissors
• Confidence and patience.
• Two plates (optional)
• A gift bag or reusable bag (optional)
• Ribbon or colored string (optional)