How to Sew Flannel Receiving Blankets

In this video, I demonstrate how to turn a yard of flannel fabric into a baby receiving blanket. I like that these blankets are a little larger than most store-bought versions. At the end of the video I share a few ways I've used my blankets with my 8 children (soon to be 9!)
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[@shirleydrake1602]

I make receiving blankets one and a half yards long. It’s much bigger and can be used longer for the little one. I also make baby quilts one and half yard long and back them with flannel. Everyone loves them. I do love her little one yard blankets for tiny baby swaddling. also they are useful for years. For my first child, he is now 51 years old, born before pampers were common, we used our left over receiving blankets for diapers for nighttime. They were thicker and saved many a wet bed in the mornings. I am loving watching Andrea’s sweet videos. I am sending them to my granddaughters to watch.

[@valerielain3591]

Andrea my mother had nine children five boys and four girls. Like you what ever was easy just get the job done. Love your sewing sessions beautiful fabric take care God Bless.

[@EyesOnAllison]

What a simple and sweet design! I told my husband I want to get a new power cord for our sewing machine so I can make our baby some blankets! I'm so excited!

[@pjl2963]

Oh, I love your new sewing machine! So beautiful, yet functional; a perfect blend of Old World and New World. I'm seriously thinking about putting it on my wish list! Love the sweet fabrics you chose for Hannah. Thanks for taking us along as you get your "nest" ready for her...it warms my heart

[@602redroses]

Such pretty fabrics you have used for the blankets. These would make a great gift for a baby shower.

[@loves2spin2]

Thank you for this video. I had bought some flannels on Black Friday and want to make some receiving blankets to have on hand for gifts. My children are all grown up now.

[@Emmy4ShortStack]

thank you for including what you use the blankets for, it really helps out a girl who has no idea about babies 😂 and i love the fabrics you chose

[@francesorosco1166]

Beautiful & sweet!! I always have made them square but rounded seems more finished. Thank you for tip. Hannah is so blessed to have you for a mommy! 💖

[@joec783]

Made everyday on KZbin can show you how to make super easy baby hats!They can even match your blankets.😊

[@PotawatomiProud]

You are so gifted Andrea.

[@jacquelinehammons7988]

You are such a good mommy. I enjoy watching your channel. You are an amazing woman.

[@berthahernandez6836]

Love the ideas for using light rec. blankets! Awesome work. 👼🏼

[@Nightowlnursery]

The blankets are so pretty, and very handy to have on hand ! Getting so excited for y’all ! 🍼👶🏻🎀 Xxxxx kiM

[@mindbodyandsoul.myjourneyt9797]

so pretty, so cant wait for your happy little arrival :)

[@lruss5050]

Lovely! They look so nice and cosy!

[@gerrywoltjer8192]

very nice ! love your new sewing machine ! You are very BLESSED !!

[@grateful1929]

You are SO SMART Andrea! 😊

[@bobbirowlett6728]

Hi, great video. I wanted to let you know that the ironing does help, but I also found that if you put little slits in the corners about every quarter to half inch that it’s easier for the fabric to give on the corners. I also use a special Foot on my sewing machine that helps create that tiny seam and helps to roll the fabric over. It’s called a rolled hem presser foot. it looks so professional. Do you think this could also be done on a plain square blanket? How would you do the corners if it were square?

[@APassionforGod8]

Great Tutorial. I will be making on thanks for sharing.

[@bobbiejoyce1402]

Love your tutorial. My daughter has 9 children and adopted a 10th. He is a teenager.

[@mimikels9443]

I'm a member of a group that crochets, knits and sews for local hospital and some are shipped to farther areas. We make baby hats, baby & children blankets, burp rags, chemo caps for the hospitals; blankets, hats & scarves for the homeless shelters etc. I am always on watch for good deals on baby material for these needs. Most of the time I just serge the edges of the blankets and rags in a tight stitch while I pray over each one and the recipient. I had not thought about rounding the corners. I'm going to see how that works with my serger. Your blankies are beautiful, love the colors and patterns. Do you use burp rags? Do you make them?

[@tinafisher8179]

love the color nd pattern

[@lisagordon6355]

This is a beautifully filmed tutorial Thank you

[@catheyharris9558]

1 1/4 yds are what I use, great for swaddling , plus they use them for nap time right up until kindergarten 🎉

[@sallywendzik7339]

So pretty, and very nicely done.

[@donnaterry1200]

Well aren't you handy? Great job! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ricejc]

I love your sewing machine!

[@Ways_of_her_household]

So pretty! I'm going to have to try making some for our little one coming in October!

[@kathleenl4387]

They are so pretty 😊.

[@rachelmorgan8177]

Love your sewing machine

[@hearsthewater]

I think I was taught to sew "old school." I always had to wash, dry and iron the fabric before doing anything with it. Now, because I am chemically sensitive I wash fabric to get rid of any scents, dye residue or sizing. It looked to me like you didn't wash or iron the fabric first, and I am assuming it is one of the many ways you save time and energy, but I am wondering if you have ever had an issue because the fabric was still wrinkled or un-shrunk?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I was taught all of those things, too, but it's not my nature to waste time doing things I don't find particularly beneficial or enjoyable. (Ask Tom... he teases me about it sometimes!) The only time I ever bother with washing first is if I'm making something very "tailored" or form fitting. Those days are pretty much past for me, though! :) I did make sure all the wrinkles were ironed out the edges I was sewing so they'd be nice and flat.

[@joannlaneking8725]

Good question i was wondering the same

[@joec783]

So Cute!

[@Sweetzandmore]

Andrea you wear so many hats...

[@bevfox]

Thank you!❤

[@rethalenior1748]

Nice and relaxing video

[@anitatucker8812]

So cute. ❤

[@beckysebben5751]

Lots of love from Michigan Xo

[@AK-xp1uo]

Love this ! Enjoyed the tips at the end too :)

[@1214rdc]

💕 bless! Amazing how much you get done. Xxxxx

[@suebean3873]

So, was it turned over twice before stitching. I imagine it was right?

[@imogenethomas1138]

The blankets are so nice! How do you like your new machine? Looks like it has a lot of decorative stitches.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I've still only used it to make these blankets, so I don't have a lot to say about it yet. It seems very smooth running and quieter than my other machine (not that the other was loud and rough... it's just different.) One of these days I need to just sit down and play with it. Knowing me that'll be a year from now! :)

[@leahhenshall7077]

We call them Bunny Rugs in Australia.. 😀

[@uncagedlearning]

Aww, I love this! So cute.

[@alohajdz8977]

What do you think about reusable menstrual products like cloth pads and menstrual cups?

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

When Maxwell was born, my big boys each made him a burp cloth by hand. It was a glorious crafting day for them, at 12 & 13 they still talk about it. I saved them with stuff I'll save forever & I'll give it to them when they each have their first child. (now I'm getting all emotional lol)

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

That's so neat! Thomas sewed the Moses basket sheets for Solomon and he felt very proud of them.

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

Andrea Mills So sweet

[@poppycopper1]

Hugs xxxx

[@chrisdeecaregiver2]

Sew pretty !

[@veronicajuarez3684]

Can you tell me what singer is that one?

[@leithagrover9116]

Thanks

[@leahhitz7183]

💖

[@jessicamason8733]

Hi!! what model of machine and brand is it?

[@TheMtnanny]

when you get your fabric, do you wash it before you cut and sew it?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I do if I'm going to sew something where potential shrinking would be a problem. Otherwise, I skip it.

[@Angelplayhouse123]

Wowwwwwww soooooo much nice👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lozzarach960]

How much was the fabric?

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I think it was around $3.50 a yard, but I'm not sure.

[@karynb7781]

Sew Cute!!! ; ) k

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

Omgsh I love your new machine!

[@leithagrover9116]

JoshsCindyLou aka TwinnyTwinMom I do to. It is beautiful.

[@susanconnolly6738]

What brand and model is it

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

Waffle knit is my favorite for swaddling.

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

Omgsh that bear print! ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

Do you have a 1/8" rolled hem foot for your machine? I got that & a gathering foot several years ago & I wondered how I lived without them.

[@TheMillsFamilyVlog]

I'm not sure what all it came with. I haven't taken the time to "get to know it" yet. This is the only sewing project I've done on the new machine so far.

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

Andrea Mills ☆These "feet" don't come with, they are separate purchase but worth it.

[@JoshsCindyLouakaTwinnyTwinMom]

if I want a square, I buy 1 1/4 so it winds up being 43"-44" square. It's great for swaddling babies as they are growing...they can't break free as easy. lol