How to sew the EASIEST BLANKET EVER

THIS IS THE EASIEST BLANKET. EVER. Two Fabrics (with optional batting) and Boom. Done. BLANKET!

You can make a....Throw blanket, baby blanket, t-shirt quilt, standard quilt! Yep, you can use this technique for a quilt. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE.....I also show you how to make a pillow!
CABIN BLANKET + CABIN PILLOW. Yesss.

SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR 1 BLANKET:
• 2 yards of cozy fabric, for Top
• 2 yards of cozy fabric, for Back
• 2 yards (*optional) cotton batting for middle layer

For additional pillow details check out my previous video here:

WATCH: SEW A PILLOW 2 WAYS:

WATCH: HOW TO MAKE A PILLOW WITH PIPING:

WATCH: HOW TO MAKE A SHERPA FLEECE BLANKET, SELF-BINDING:

WATCH: SEW A PILLOWCASE WITH 1 YARD OF FABRIC:

SEWING MACHINE RECOMMENDS:
In this video I'm using the Baby Lock BRILLIANT, from their Genuine seriew. If you're looking to buy a good entry level machine, I also love the JOY and JUBILANT Baby Lock sewing machines in the same GENUINE machine series. You can read reviews and purchase online here:

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[monicac]

I think I speak for all of us that you are spoiling us with all these new videos. ❤

[wtogspedersen]

Instead of batting you could use an old wool blanket. Can get aome that are pretty thin. Then you dont have to worry about the batting falling apart and you can reuse an itchy wool blanket. Nice and toasty.

[geri]

That’s how I make all of my blankets ! I don’t always use batting, depends on fabric ! Blankets are so easy and I love making baby blankets mostly !

[vlynnkepley]

I have made a ton of these for the house and as gifts. I do 2 yards for the front and 2 for the back for adult size. I live in the south, so no batting. I do a 1 1/2 yards for the front and 1 1/2 yards for the back for infants / toddlers. I use the triple zig zag stitch or the curve stitch on my Crescendo for top stitching the edge, and it makes a beautiful blanket.

[daw]

Thanks so much for this! I'm a very new sewist and wanted to make a cozy mat for my cat out of fleece, flannel, and batting to go on top of a shelf she always lays on, but wasn't sure how the layers needed to be placed before turning right side out. This was a perfect and easy tutorial and the bed turned out beautifully!

[stevekeith]

Yaaay! I’m so excited to make my first blanket with my new sewing machine!! Thanks for the video! You’re an excellent teacher 😁

[GinasArtisanJewelry]

It's been so many years since I've sewn on a sewing machine. Back in the 80s and 90s I used to sew all the time. I made my kids summer outfits I made my twins bumper pad for their crib their comforters. I really want to get another sewing machine again you've inspired me ❤

[pamketron]

Hi Dana - I make blankets like this a lot. Usually don’t add batting but it would be ok to add. I learned to make the pillows from one of your videos several years ago. Best way ever to make pillows. Love making blankets like this. 💕🧵

[esthersefer]

I’ve just begun watching your videos. Thankyou so much for all you’ve shared. I’ve just retired and I can see I will be learning lots from you.
Great way to start my retirement. Oh, I live in Australia.

[chloehart]

I only just found your videos Dana and I am hooked! I love that each piece is pretty simple to make. After watching the cushion cover vdo, I went ahead a recovered all of my cushions!!! Brilliant. Now I am keen to grab some fabrics and make a blanket or two!! thanks so I also love how fun and natural you its a real pleasure to spend time with you.

[Bynggo]

In Australia, women used to make layered blankets like this and they were called Waggas. If the weather got cold you just inserted more fill. They were cosy and what I would class as the first doona with cover. Kids loved them. Some were just beautiful and would last for decades.

[MrsBrit]

I'd be worried about the batting coming loose and crumpling inside, especially with a lot of use and washes, without at least some basic lines quilted in. Batting isn't meant to be used without being quilted in. The distance you need to sew will be different for each type and brand, but at least a couple inches apart both directions will be needed. If you don't want to quilt it, if just add a layer of heavy polar fleece inside instead.

[debcheffer]

I have made blankets like this for the g.kids' Christmas presents. I do a teeny stitch with embroidery floss, randomly spaced, to keep the layers from separating. You're right, they are so cozy!

[juliecarrolltontx]

I call these inside out blankets. I’ve made tons o them over the years. I usually use high loft type batting which can be ruff but there really fluffy. I like to put about 6-8 tack spots on mine just to keep the batting from shifting when washing. I love envelope pillow case too their so easy and fun

[koreensmetzer]

Very pretty and soooo cozy too, thank you for sharing this with us.

[ashley-czsl]

My mother's birthday is coming up, and this would be the perfect project for her gift. We have a camp in the Adirondack Mountains, and the only source of heat they have is a fireplace. Thanks for posting all the videos. You make learning how to sew so easy

[SusanOsborne-gh]

Love your blanket and pillow video! I love your sense of humor, great personality! Thank you😊😂

[ingeneren]

A walking foot will help get through the bulk if your machine struggles with thicker fabric. 😊 i am making 3 blankets this week for new grand babies

[jeannezimmer]

Yay! More more more videos! We missed you! I am a total beginner to sewing and your videos seem to “click” for me. You just make sense. Please keep it up!

[debbymccauley]

I have made these blankets out of Fleece over the years snd they wear like cast iron and are so comfy & cozy