My No Sew Throw

I've been looking for a new blanket to use when I'm at the computer in my studio on chilly mornings. After checking out a few local stores and not finding what I wanted, I decided to make my own. I chose to make a cozy blanket out of fleece because I'm allergic to wool. Fleece, often times made from recycled plastic, is inexpensive and easy to work with. Plus, to make the knotted fringe two layer blanket shown here, no sewing is required.

Here's how to make an easy no sew throw . . .

You will need two yards each of two coordinating pieces of fleece. I chose a print and a solid, but you can also use two solids. Spread out both pieces of fabric on a large flat surface with right sides facing out. Align them with the selvages running in different directions to make the blanket more stable. Smooth fabric out until there are no wrinkles. Pin the layers together and cut the two pieces into a square of the same size. Use sharp scissors and make sure to trim off the selvage edges.

For the fringe edge, cut a 5 by 5 inch square out of each corner through both layers of fleece and discard these corner squares. The size of the fringe is up to you, but after doing a few test pieces, I liked the 5 inch fringe. Cut slits 5 inches long and approximately one inch wide around all four sides.

Begin tying overhand knots close to blanket edge by using one strip from the front and one strip from the back to create the finished edge. Make sure to make two tight, overhand knots for your fringe so that they will hold together in the washer and dryer.

 

Repeat around all four sides.

I chose to tie every other knot in the fringe on one side, and then flip the blanket over and tie the remaining knots so that the blanket is fully reversible.

This no sew throw is simple and fun to do. It's also extra warm because it has two layers. With the soaring prices of heating oil, we all may be adjusting our thermostats a few degrees cooler this winter. This cozy fleece throw will come in handy as we head into the colder weather.

I'm using my new throw blanket right now as I type this. It's keeping me warm and toasty this morning.

Susan

Comments

[clarice]

Oh we love no sew things. This would be fun for the girls to make. I love the fleece you used. Clarice

[Kim]

I love this. I've been wanting to try one of those and now I have the directions. Thanks! And oh- that is really pretty fleece fabric- I love that pattern. I am thinking these would make great Christmas presents.

[Carmen]

Hmmm....I see some Christmas presents here! I didn't know that fleece came in such a pretty design! Thanks for sharing!

[Cathy Santarsiero]

Really pretty, Susan. So you didn't have to put a stitch or tie in the center or anywhere else to keep it from shifting? Love the fringe. Cat ^..^

[Alison]

Oooh that is so pretty and awfully useful too.
I must admit we used our hot water bottles to warm the bed last night ~ and after having a lovely summery week in Devon last week too this week seems terribly cold & wintery.
Love Alison x

[celia]

Great idea and sweet inspiration!
Thanks so much!

[Rosie]

I love this project. That is going to make one warm coverlet! I used a similar method to make fringy bola scarves for my shop several years ago. They were fun and the young girls loved them. :-) Rosie

[Heather]

I coach Girls volleyball, can't wait to make these easy blankets for them to take to tournaments!!!!

[Phyllis A. Kern]

Love the look of the no sew quilt and it is fun to make

[Amanda @ Serenity Now]

I loooooove that pattern. I had 2 of these for my oldest. They kept her carseat so toasty. Now I want one for ME. ;) Visiting from Kimba's party. :)

[Bunny Jean]

I love those blanket/throws. They are SO warm! The colors you chose are really nice.

Talk to you soon ;)
Bunny Jean