How to Sew a Fleece Blanket with a Sewing Machine

[@SharonBell6123]

I love clementine! 🥰

[@SewSewLounge]

Thank you. Ginger and white kitties are the best ❤️

[@ekopf]

I scoured the internet looking for a tutorial on how to sew the edges of a plush material without having to have two pieces of fabric and this is the only video I found that actually has a tutorial on it. It's a fantastic tutorial. Thank you so much!!

[@SewSewLounge]

You’re very welcome!! Glad that it helped ❤️

[@valeriehofmann2615]

Kitty says. Just give me the blanket. No need to sew it 😂

[@SewSewLounge]

That’s exactly what she said! 😹

[@crystalrose6364]

I love Clementine. My girl Annabelle does the same thing. Love it!❤

[@SewSewLounge]

Sewing with cats in the room is quite the challenge! 😹

[@marilynk7491]

I'm a new subscriber, having just recently discovered your channel, and have been catching up on your previous videos. I recently just made a fleece blanket and pretty much did it just as you have shown. With a couple of differences: I used a rotary cutter and large (24" X 6") quilting ruler to cut the long, straight edges and to "square up" the corners. The rotary cutter makes such smooth, straight cuts. The second thing I did was to miter the corners before I sewed the edges. I've been enjoying your videos so much and appreciate your tips!

[@SewSewLounge]

Thanks for subscribing Marilyn! I'm glad you're enjoying my videos 😊

[@dclarkjewel06]

Thank you so much! This is just what I was looking for. Thank you for being so clear and in detail about what stitch, the width and all that good stuff that it intel to make the blanket. I am actually making a fleece throw and fleece throw pillow to match for my granddaughter's 22nd birthday tomorrow . It's a Tie Dye Velour Velvet Fleece. I am glad I came across your channel when searching. I really enjoyed this tutorial. I did subscribed, liked and plan on checking your Facebook Group out. I love it! Thanks

[@SewSewLounge]

I'm so glad that it was helpful! Thanks for watching 😊

[@maryballard5952]

Thank you. I think this would be a great project to make with my 13 year old granddaughter. She wants to learn to sew.

[@SewSewLounge]

Yes! It’s super easy and it will give her the confidence to keep sewing. I’m so excited for her! Let me know how it goes❤️

[@SBL1932]

Thank you for sharing, this is a beautiful blanket and finish

[@SewSewLounge]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@christinewalsh7262]

Your absolutely brilliant.

[@SewSewLounge]

Thank you! And thanks for watching 😉

[@jabulilesoni3994]

Well explained, thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@SewSewLounge]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching 😉

[@1bluetrout]

Fantastic video instruction! Thank you for making this.

[@SewSewLounge]

You are very welcome! Happy sewing ☺️🧵🪡

[@janellvincent8046]

Great tutorial! Simple and fun!

[@SewSewLounge]

Glad you liked it!

[@karenfreeman8232]

Excellent tutorial. Very nice method. Brother max is 4 length ( 5 is basting) Width is 7mm wide.

[@SewSewLounge]

Thanks for watching Karen!

[@Jen-CelticWarrior]

Clementine should be in advertisements for fleece blankies, lol! Loved your video, thanks! Getting ready to sew some fleece blankets for gifts.

[@SewSewLounge]

Awww she does love fleece! Thanks for watching. Good luck with your blankets. Please let me know if you have any questions ☺️

[@carolg.6838]

Thank you. Thumbs up and subscribed. You explained and showed so clearly. I think I would get too hot with the two-sided tie blankets. I would much rather make a couple of these. The non-white selvedge goes up to where you see little holes. Though if left on for this fleece blanket it would probably not make a difference as it won't gray and not noticeable if folded over. I look forward to watching your other videos.

[@SewSewLounge]

Thanks for watching Carol! I’m so glad to help you sew a fleece blanket ❤️

[@joannes3729]

Very helpful for this sewing newbie!

[@SewSewLounge]

Yay! So glad it helped you sew❤️

[@wendywilliams9893]

Great info. Thank you

[@SewSewLounge]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@lindadavis6193]

How do you keep sides from stretching?

[@SewSewLounge]

I just gently hold it to keep everything lined up and I let the fabric feed through the machine without pulling on it.

[@normbutler22]

This was a very helpful video for sewing a blanket. I particularly loved the way the corners were turned in. I am not new to sewing, but I am new to sewing blankets. It gave me the confidence to take the fleece out of my sewing stash that I purchased 2 years ago and make a blanket with it. I would like to add binding to my blanket. It sounds simple but I would like to see it done. Do you have a video covering adding binding for beginners?

[@SewSewLounge]

Hi Norm. So glad you enjoyed my video and found it helpful. I liked the turned in corners too. They make it look more finished. This is my only blanket video, but I’m sure there are plenty out there that will show you how to attach a binding. Good luck!

[@carolg.6838]

It wouldn't need a binding but I bet you could use fold over elastic. Years ago there was binding of fleece fabric. Why not cut the binding from fleece. I think knits curl to the wrong side so maybe a little stretch to enclose the edge while you sew? Maybe it would wirk the way quilters make binding and miter the corners as their videos show Then fold it to the front and machine stitch it very close to the folded edge of the binding.

[@carolynmurtaza1180]

For on a plane would it be better sewing a kids blanket and have a backing fleece ???

[@SewSewLounge]

The size just depends on the length of fabric you want plus the usual with which tends to be 55/60 inches. I wouldn’t see two pieces of fleece together because that’s a lot of thickness and they are going to run against each other. Maybe use a different type of fabric, like flannel or brushed cotton for the backing.

[@hotcakes0913]

Great explanation, thank you!

[@SewSewLounge]

You are very welcome. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@lindamcclellan8434]

Hi I’m from Akron…been to Hudson Joanns…Love JoAnns…Thanks for the video….

[@SewSewLounge]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed my video ❤️

[@CindyDurivage-ff6ov]

Do you recommend a certain thread when sewing with fleece? I’m new to using my machine (I’ve had since covid) and love this video! Thank you.

[@SewSewLounge]

I just use Coats polyester thread. It’s available everywhere. ❤️

[@erinhellebuyck7527]

Thank you!

[@SewSewLounge]

You’re welcome!

[@susankleppan5388]

What is the name of the piece you used for stitch guide. You mentioned it's available on Amazon. Does Joann fabrics sell it?

[@SewSewLounge]

I haven’t seen it at Joann’s but you can buy it on Amazon. It’s a magnetic seam guide here is the link to the one I used: amzn.to/45w63Bl

[@claudettemonty4077]

Is that possible to do the corner like a quilt? The side: you stop to sew before the end and fold the corner and continue to sew the end of side and the top in one shot.

[@SewSewLounge]

I don’t quilt so I can’t speak from experience. But I don’t see why that wouldn’t work.

[@chuuberrymilk]

I want to do two different fleece patterns back to back, do I still have to fold the edges?

[@SewSewLounge]

No you don’t. You can just cut the two pieces the same size, match them wrong sides together and sew around the edges. Don’t forget to leave an opening to flip the blanket to the right side. Then you can topstitch along the edge to give it a nice sturdy finish.

[@marilynk7491]

@@SewSewLounge I think you meant to say, "match RIGHT sides together"!

[@tristanbowen2691]

so sewed for the first time i sed yor method on the zig zag stitch. im having trouble learning to sew straightand im getting curvy lines and sews that are off the seams.does anyone know ways that can help so i can get better sews?

[@SewSewLounge]

Get a magnetic seam gauge for your machine so you can line your fabric up next to an edge while you sew. They sell all different types on Amazon.

[@tristanbowen2691]

@@SewSewLoungeyeah I am thinking of that I tried but my order was canceled I’ll figure something out though. Also is there a certain pair of scissors you will prefer to use to cut the fabric? I couldn’t get my cuts straight so it wasn’t even throughout the seams

[@SewSewLounge]

@@tristanbowen2691 I prefer Gingher dressmaker shears for scissors. However when I cut patterns I use a rotary cutter and cutting mat. It’s easier to keep the fabric flat when cutting using a rotary cutter; that might help you cut straighter.

[@eyesonmarymahaney1731]

I’m trying to sew a fleece blanket for both my dogs, but my sewing machine keeps jamming up underneath the corner that I’m starting on for the second side. How do I fix that? Your vlog is amazing

[@SewSewLounge]

Mary, have you tried rolling your needle into the fabric before you start stitching and starting a little bit in from the edge of the fabric? That might help. Thanks for watching 😊 I'm glad you're enjoying my channel.

[@lynnann5643]

I have never sewed anything in my life, and I am trying to make 22inx23in cage liners for cat cages at an animal shelter. I bought fleece and was thinking of putting something in between the two layers of fleece to give it some weight. If anyone sees this and has some suggestions on what I should put in them I'd appreciate it!

[@SewSewLounge]

You can use 100% cotton batting that is for quilts. It will add some thickness but still be manageable to sew. Warm and Snuggly is a good brand and comes in a variety of sizes. Walmart has the best prices for it. Joanns is almost double. If you need more info just let me know ☺️

[@lynnann5643]

@Sew Sew Lounge Thank you for taking the time to respond to my comment! I wish I had seen this before I went to Joann's lol. I fortunately bumped into two quilters while I was there, I told them what I was trying to make, and they showed me the batting stuff. The stuff I chose was on sale for 111.99 for a big. I'd have to look and see which one I got, but it's not 100% cotton. I was worried about shrinkage. I have 33 cages at the shelter, and I want to make 70 liners, so we have extra for when they need to be washed. Im going to look for it at Walmart and might return it if I find it cheaper. Thank you for that tip.

[@SewSewLounge]

@@lynnann5643 you are welcome! I wouldn’t buy fabric at wal-mart since it’s not the best quality, but it’s the best place to buy batting. Good luck making all of those blankets! I have a bunch of fleece that I’ve been planing to make dog and cat blankets with and donate to the charity where I got Clementine.

[@mmills5951]

Actually the best way to determine the wrong side of fleece is pull lightly on the cut side of the fabric. It will always curl to the wrong side.

[@SewSewLounge]

That’s true too

[@Anairamrp1]

Is it just one layer of fabric?

[@SewSewLounge]

Yes it is. Just fold over the edges and stitch. Super easy!

[@lindadouglas5458]

What sewing foot did you use please?

[@SewSewLounge]

I just used a regalar straight stitch foot.

[@clozelleharris4391]

Thank you!

[@SewSewLounge]

You are very welcome!