How to Make a Self-Binding Patchwork Receiving Blanket | Shabby Fabrics

[@debralucca7527]

Tammy I love when you instruct! You are very patient & thorough without a lot of unnecessary chatter. Thank you and the quilt is beautiful.❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and glad that it has helped you! This is a stunning project, thanks for your support and comment! ❤️ - Abby

[@tracyw1123]

I have seen this self-binding blanket tutorial in other videos, but this one is the best at explaining the start and stop points just before mitering. Thank you for such clear, concise instruction!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and glad that it has helped you! Thanks for your support and comment! - Abby

[@bschnepp8088]

Love this! Thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Such a stunning project! Happy that you love it! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@kathyworkman1678]

Tammy you are a great teacher. Thank you 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! We appreciate your support and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! Thanks for your comment! 😊 - Abby

[@jodyclark6688]

I made this blanket using up some of my flannel stash. This was very easy. All of my mitered corners turned out and I was so happy. I would play your tutorial then pause and then go back and watch more. You and Jen do a great job explaining and showing the steps needed. Thank you for such a great tutorial!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and that it has helped you! We appreciate your support and comment! - Abby

[@agovernale]

As always, the best instruction - feel like I am at my classes at my local quilt shop - thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re very glad you enjoyed this tutorial! Thanks so much for your kind comment! 😍😍 -Michelle

[@MaryFewing-gk3jz]

Another great project that I am going to try. Tammy does a great job instructing in this tutorial. Thank you so much!.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You will have fun with this project! We appreciate your support and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@SandraP-f6i]

Thanks for this tutorial, Tammy! I need to make a gift for a baby shower and this is the kit I needed!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad this project inspires you! Thanks so much for your kind comment! -Michelle

[@karenwhitley7211]

I've seen this self binding method many times, but Tammy, you have the best most easiest tutorial. Our sewing group is making baby quilts for our tiny local hospital, and this will help me a lot. Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and that it will help you! That will be awesome! The hospital will appreciate you guys. Thank you for your support and comment! - Abby

[@sandragalpin654]

I made 2 blankets, one patch and one plain! Thanks for the tutorial!❤ These blankets are for a charity drive.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

How sweet of you. Those blankets sound gorgeous! You are welcome and we appreciate your support! Thanks for your comment! ❤️ - Abby

[@sfoster4671]

I mentioned voice-pitch because, as a teacher & instructor, it's important to be aware of the listener. Love the method; love how you've made it easy to understand & follow and love your presentation! I'll watch for more of your demos! Thanks.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We appreciate your support and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@Tammy-wd6rt]

I loved how you teach

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We appreciate your support and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@pampeterson3092]

I love the patchwork of this blanket. I have made Self binding blankets for several years to give as baby gifts--a Mommy Favorite. And I learned how to make them from a previous Shabby Fabric YT tutorial, Thank You Shabby Fabrics.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you love this project and enjoyed the tutorial! Thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@caroltemperley2261]

So cute ❤ Thank you for the tutorial Tammy and Shabby Fabrics.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and we appreciate your comment! ❤️ - Abby

[@waikikialoha6300]

I loved this video, Tammy, and this blanket is such an adorable project. And you make it look so easy and doable. Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and it is the sweetest for sure! Glad that we can help you and thank you for your support and comment! - Abby

[@tinanelson4325]

Great job, Tammy. 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and we appreciate your support and comment! 😊 - Abby

[@MomAsol]

Beautiful baby blanket

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Such a stunning blanket! Happy that you love it! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

My heart would skip a beat at every corner and I would not be able to cut before turning it over and making sure its OK. You are a very good instructor! Thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is such a stunning project! Happy that you enjoyed the tutorial and we appreciate your support and comment! - Abby

[@janellvincent8046]

Thank you Tammy for this wonderful tutorial. Very easy to follow. I ordered two for my new twin grand nieces.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is great to hear and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you for your support and comment! - Abby

[@jacquiemcglothlen6572]

Loved this one, I will be making some Easter themed ones this year for all the littles thank you Tammy ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is a great idea! You will have a lot of fun and feel free to share project photos with us when you can! Thank you for your comment! ❤️ - Abby

[@mariawells8026]

Excellent teaching Tammy! I think I'll try this. Thank you!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@tearose3763]

So cute!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We totally agree! It is the cutest! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@tearose3763]

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[@rsplatt100]

Very nice. I would add a layer of batting

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, you can add a layer of batting or additional flannel layer if you choose to! Thanks for watching. -Michelle

[@sheilataylor6952]

Love this tutorial

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you like it!! Thank you very much for watching! -Michelle

[@monimoni5712]

So cute 🥰!🤗

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is the cutest blanket! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! 😊🥰 - Abby

[@patriciakalisak4300]

Simply beautiful

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you love it! It is stunning and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@cabindiana55]

Beautiful

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is such a stunning blanket! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@marcellamascarenas2880]

This has been an excellent tutorial. You are slow to the point and also you repeated it. Thank you for being the best tutorial. I've seen in a long time.😊😅

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and we appreciate your support and comment! 😊🥰 - Abby

[@sherryfaires7931]

I enjoyed your tutorial and your blanket is beautiful! I have made several of these from Jenny Doan’s tutorial several years ago. It does seem a bit strange when sewing the backing/binding on. I always pin those corners and check to make sure I am sewing them correctly before cutting. I am always a bit leery of my own abilities! Your tutorials are always instructional and relaxing! Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and glad that it is helping you. Thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@sandyheller5438]

Wonderful tutorial. Thank you. 💕

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed it! It is such a great project! Thanks for your comment! 💕 - Abby

[@delwyngraham4033]

Love it thanks

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@purple2football438]

This blanket is perfect and looks to be pretty quick. Not just for babies, but I intend to make one for my future grandbaby, but many women at work would love a little lap blanket for when the office gets cold. This would be perfect, and it wouldn't have to be flannel, would it? If you didn't use flannel, could you include a thin layer of batting and get the same results? I'm wondering if the batting would be cut the same size as the background fabric. I love watching your videos, Tammy. You are patience and explain everything. I never have questions at the end of your tutorials because you covered everything. I even believe that I can make the project and have it come out just like yours. I get pretty close. :-) Normally, I would get frantic about directions and how to stitch the project, but your demeanor is relaxing and so positive. Please don't stop making videos. I love every one of them. THANK YOU and a huge shout out to Shabby Fabrics!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is a perfect project! You can have any fabric you'd like and you can add in batting as long as the batting size doesn't exceed the size of the "front/top" fabric. We appreciate your support and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you for your comment! 😊 - Abby

[@TwoDawgMom]

Thank you! I found a similar pattern, but it didn't mention stopping at the 1/4" at the corner. I think that will help solve my corner problems.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and glad that it helped you! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@sherriejohnson508]

Cute

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is such a cute blanket! Happy that you like it and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@tonistevens2253]

How do I identify flannel that can be safely used for babies?

[@rampanttricky17]

is your concern the "breathability" of the fabric used in the construction of an item-e.g.: blanket-to be left with a child who is not under the immediate supervision of a responsible/responsive adult?

[@tonistevens2253]

I am concerned about the caution on the end of bolts of faberic about flamability of flannel

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Toni - for flannel & fabrics that are safe for sleepwear for children, you'll want to make sure that it's treated with that special fire retardant stuff. The cottons that we sell are not treated with that, so they would not be recommended for infant sleep wear. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@quilting-quilting]

Great video!! Did you prewash the flannel?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can but we don't prewash because the flannel could shrink. Happy that you enjoyed this video! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@terrybridgham7824]

Tammy, thanks for the great tutorial! I looked for the free pattern but did not find the link either here or on the website kit page. Where can I find it?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

No problem! Here is the link for the free download: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681/how-to-make-a-self-binding-patchwork-receiving-blanket Hope this helps and happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! - Abby

[@sfoster4671]

Voice-pitch: At the end of a sentence it's more pleasant for the pitch to dip down (as yours does). Today's trend is for the pitch to dip up. Your voice is calm & easy to listen to with clear instructions!

[@GrandmasPony]

Dumb question… should I cut that salvage edge off of the backing fabric?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, you should cut the selvage off the fabric before you attach it to the back as the weave at the selvage is tighter, so if you leave it on, it may cause some warping due to the weft difference. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@lauraralls644]

What color thread did you use for the quilting at the end?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We used the Ellie's Pinwheels Quilt - Little Lambies - 3pc Thread Set. Here is a link to shop the set: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p170966/ellies-pinwheels-quilt-little-lambies-3pc-thread-set Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@apylinski]

How much larger do you cut your backing from the patchwork???

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can find the measurements we used for this project on our Free Download, here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681 The key to making the self-binding work is to ensure that your front fabric is the same distance away from your backing fabric, on all 4 sides. For instance, you can do a 5" wider than the front fabric, on every side. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@diannagalante5717]

What stitch length did you use?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We tend to use a shorter stitch length of a 2.0 for sewing our flannel patchwork due to the looser weave of the flannel. You'll want to use some scraps to test this out for yourself and your machine. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@janidemaree9704]

Are the 5" charm squares cut at 5" or 5.5"?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

The charm square measures approximately 5" x 5". Hope this helps!! -Michelle

[@ShabbyFabrics]

In this video we cut them at 5" squares. Here is a link to our website with more information and download on this project: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681/how-to-make-a-self-binding-patchwork-receiving-blanket Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@ravakian2859]

How much bigger does the backing have to be than the top?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We try to make our backing at least 5" larger on each side for larger projects like this blanket. Here is a link to our website with more information and a pattern download. www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681/how-to-make-a-self-binding-patchwork-receiving-blanket Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@chiarabosio1539]

Hello! How do you insert the batting in order to have a thicker and warmer blanket?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You sure can, if you'd like! We would just recommend that the size of your batting doesn't exceed the size of your front fabrics. -Michelle

[@chiarabosio1539]

Thank you! Did you publish a tutorial on how to do it step by step? I' m an absolute beginner at sewing.... thank you

[@HeatherKrajaefski]

I used my wonderclip to hold my hair out of my eyes today😂

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Those wonder clips can be used for so many things! 😂 Happy that you love them and enjoyed this tutorial! 😊 - Abby

[@helenstamatelatos9034]

I can't find the link for the free pattern.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

No problem! Here is the link for the free pattern: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681/how-to-make-a-self-binding-patchwork-receiving-blanket Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@helenstamatelatos9034]

Thank. you SO much!!@@ShabbyFabrics

[@nancytscharner]

What are the backing fabric measurements?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can find the measurements for this project in our Free Download, here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681 Thanks for watching! -Michelle

[@janidemaree9704]

You didn’t say how many inches the back of the quilt is cut.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Here is a link to our website for the free download. It will give you measurements and more information on this project! www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/681/how-to-make-a-self-binding-patchwork-receiving-blanket Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@ljd4800]

What number on stitches

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We tend to use a shorter stitch length of a 2.0 for sewing our flannel patchwork due to the looser weave of the flannel. You'll want to use some scraps to test this out for yourself and your machine. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@janidemaree9704]

You didn't show the finished blanket. I would like to see a picture of the whole thing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

If you would like to see more photos of this project, here is a link to our website. It will take you to this project with more photos and information. www.shabbyfabrics.com/p170035/self-binding-patchwork-receiving-blanket-kit-little-lambies Hope this helps and thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@janet5983]

Hi Tammy, thanks for the great video. I plan on using the pattern for my prayer throws to give to sick church members. I would like to ask you speak a little bit louder or turn the audio up when you're recording as I have difficulty hearing you. thanks, Janet

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and that it can help you! This is a great project and they will love them! You can check your audio sound on the video, it should be at the bottom left close to the play/pause button. You can always check your computer audio as well. Thank you for your comment and we appreciate your support! - Abby

[@karenfitzgibbons]

Tammy! Thank you so much! You are an amazing seamstress and teacher! Could I add a layer of light batting in between if desired? Ordering the kit right now! Karen @kfitzy5

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome and you may add in batting of your choice! This is a great project and we appreciate your support and comment! - Abby

[@debbiestohlman139]

Adorable!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Adorable is right! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@valerieenglish3468]

So cute!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We can agree with you! Such a cute project! Thank you for your comment! - Abby