I sewed the FLUFFIEST, easiest blanket (and knit matching socks!!)

In this week's video, I show you how to knit the world's easiest, fluffiest, softest, most comfortable couch blanket. I also knit a pair of socks to match the blanket!
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INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE THE BLANKET
Materials: Fabric, scissors (or rotary cutter), sewing machine, thread, DMC floss, an expensive comforter (don't buy down - you'll be cutting it and feathers would be everywhere!).
Blanket sizing: Mine is 48" (122 cm) x 68" (173). I think this is a great size for a couch blanket, but you can make yours in whatever size you want!
1. Make your blanket top and bottom (both should be the same size). If you are using standard 44" (112 cm) wide fabric, you'll need to sew panels together to make it wide enough! If you want to do a quilted top like mine, I used this tutorial to make the half triangle squares: • 3 Ways to Make 1/2 Squ...
2. Lay out your comforter on the floor. Lay either your top or bottom piece on top of the comforter (it doesn't matter which one), and cut your comforter to match the piece in size.
3. Lay out your comforter on the floor. Lay your bottom piece on top of the comforter RIGHT SIDE UP. Lay your top piece on top of the bottom piece RIGHT SIDE DOWN.
4. Pin all three pieces together and then sew it all up, leaving about an 8" (20 cm) opening on one side so you can turn it right side out.
5. Trim the raw edges of your blanket with pinking shears, then turn it right side out. Sew up the opening you left.
6. Using DMC floss and an embroider needle, thread the floss through all three layers of fabric and tie a little knot! Do that in even spacing across the width and length of the quilt.
And that's it!

[@Kpup]

Can I just say - deciding to make a quilt and socks to match, then getting distracted and deciding to do indoor rock climbing is incredibly relatable

[@theholisticinitiative]

😂😂😂

[@bostonl5315]

This was hands down my total fav episode!! I love your new sock pattern, but as a new sock knitter, I'll stick to the vanilla socks for now. I already bought 13 of your patterns (it might be more, im afraid to count😂). I was wondering: how do you do the math for your sock patterns? Because you wrote out the pattern before you made it. So if anyone wants to mix and match your patterns into one sock, how do they figure out how to do that? It's so funny, I find all crafters are into multiple crafts. It is so awesome that you sew as well and dipping your toes into quilting. Love, love, love the way that you continue to challenge yourself. It's encouraging to all of us with real lives and problems. Yes, focus on the positives, and keep trying. BTW, most of us set unrealistic goals, but it's great that you are so positive about it.😅

[@donnapreston767]

Absolutley loved the part where Dave tries to explain the math to you.......this is exactly my husband (who is a Carpenter) and I when he explains measurements to me. My brain just cannot compute!!!! It was so funny I had to show my husband and he said yep that's you and me!! Love your podcast is wonderful!

[@barbaradurbin8213]

Oh Summer, I just love you and you always make me smile and laugh. You are so relatable. This is by far my favorite episode so far. The rock climbing was an awesome bonus, but my favorite? You so proudly dancing around or laying under or just adorning your beautiful blanket and socks so we could see what you made.. Thanks for sharing, lady. I hope you know you are so appreciated for bringing joy and enthusiasm and your genuine self to the table. Have a great week!

[@ShadowTail-wispofsmoke1313]

Hello Summer, bought your sock book while vacationing in Santa Cruz Ca. I watched your video getting ready for your beach trip to 30A also a very fun place. I’m knitting my 4th pair of socks ever, using your Harriet cable sock design.My first cable knitting and things are going well! Had to comment on this video because I too am horrible at math and also have a wonderful husband who does it for me. I used to sew but now my awesome guy does it for me. It’s better that way. In exchange for my husband’s house construction and sewing , I cook, bake and am now knitting him socks. A fair trade, don’t you think?😂 Enjoying both your book and your videos, thanks for sharing your bit of heaven with the rest of us, take care 😊

[@nannayaya37]

This was one of my favorite videos. You and Dave and the math had me laughing so hard!!! Beautiful quilt and socks! I love that perfection isn’t that important!! A finished quilt is better than a perfect one!!! Enjoy ❤

[@wyntersynergyundignified]

As a quilter, I *thoroughly* enjoyed all the not-the-right word moments! It reminded me of when I got into knitting outside the sphere of cheap acrylics, and was SO lost!!

[@janicesawtell5807]

Math lesson was hilarious😂😂😂😂

[@hooksbookspodcast]

OBSESSED with both the blanket and the socks!!!!! I have some buoy coming my way to copy yours!!!!! ❤❤

[@colleenwilson6869]

Every time I watch your videos I wonder if you and I are in fact the same person (you are just the skinnier, more creative version)! The math part with your husband had me rolling! ❤

[@Theknittingwanderer]

This episode was so fun! The hubby, the distractions, the perseverance, the ability to live with imperfections….it was all so relatable AND thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you for sharing!

[@gretchenmariee]

I adore you Summer. You make me laugh so hard. “Teenage Boy Sounds”😂. I love how even with your activities that bring you slight anxiety, you still attack it head on. It’s really very inspiring. Your sock pattern here is SO cool. Welcome to the quilting club. Another rabbit hole……..😊.

[@sadieadie1587]

Bangs, burning off your bangs is less forgiving ( trust me ) . The best part is no one at work said ANYTHING until I mentioned it ...they thought it was a style choice ( I am known for some bad ones) . I once tried on a "poncho" to go with a dress for a christmas party. The pity in the woman's eyes when she told me I was trying on a tree skirt was something. Perfection is way over rated. Another great video, SO glad I found you.

[@dianegardner2443]

Oh my you made me laugh so hard. Must have been a great tree skirt and a better poncho 😂😂😂

[@videotapeses]

I can't with the mathsplaining 😂😂😂

[@theuplifteffect3841]

We love you Summer but the math section with Dave was hysterical! Thank you for the laughter you two!!

[@jenniferbarrett3272]

You crack me up, Summer, every episode is an adventure full of twists and turns. I laugh so hard at your ‘let’s see what google has to say…moments’. The quilt turned out really beautiful and the socks are perfection well done! I can totally relate to your fear of heights. I tested mine on a zip line adventure in Alaska that my adventurous friend wanted to go on - 8 zips ranging from 70- 800 feet o er the rainforest careening down a mountain with two suspension bridges to cross and finally relaying 70 feet off a platform to get back to terra firma. I was flying high for days after completing this feat. Good for you for tackling the wall.

[@marygrace7538]

I have been sewing for over 50 yrs and quilting for 25.. I love watching your sewing/quilting journey .. Love your awesome comfy quilt. I struggle with cables so I am excited to push myself with this sock pattern. I’m loving the red yarn.. 🧶

[@margarethastings3332]

OMG I’m exactly the same as you with calculations! The moment someone talks numbers at me, it just like a big curtain drops down before my eyes, and their words become gibberish. Your blanket is beautiful. I’m in awe because I don’t sew at all. I love the cable pattern on your red socks. Incidentally, I think maybe ‘Buoy’ is pronounced ‘Boy’, as in those anchored floats you might see to warn of danger etc., and they are usually bright red… think of buoyancy, buoyant. And, it’s another nautical connection to your blanket! ❤️🛟 PS - I’m so sorry, I’ve just found out that buoy is pronounced differently in America. I have never heard it pronounced that way! You learn something every day. 😬

[@shetlandlace]

I look forward to your videos every week. I love feeling like I have stopped by and we are visiting and knitting. As for sewing--you are braver than I am. After I broke 2 separate machines, I make a deal with the universe. I will never use a sewing machine again and we will maintain a balance in the universe! When things go south in the universe-it's not because I am using a sewing machine. Smiling at your fear of heights-my mother was terrified of heights, also. One memorable trip to Glacier Park-driving over Going-to-the-Sun. My father points to something across the valley-my mother is staring straight ahead. When my dad points this out she replies, "I have looked in 25 years and I am not about to look now!" I am at the end of the video. The socks are on my must knit list. If your beautiful blanket disappears-don't come to Montana to find it. 😁

[@barbmckinlay5108]

I’ve quilted over 25 years and still have issues. Your quilt turned out great. Thanks for the laughs along the way. 😂

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

Love this, it’s a great idea to make socks to match your blanket. Both look fabulous.

[@daniellemohlman]

You’ve just inspired me to make a quilt blanket out of an old duvet I’ve had lying around ❤

[@PamKnitsToo]

I can so relate to the math stuff!!! My head gets all fuzzy when you start doing math. You are a GREAT podcaster - please stay at it. You’re so real and just fantastic ❤️

[@peggyeagan9108]

What a fun week! Love your hair wavy.

[@conniedunfield7601]

Hi Summer, I think you're better at math than you think. Even Google said..copied/paste: the thought process behind knitting is at its core mathematical So you're way ahead of me!

[@kaitlinfarmer8159]

As a quilter who is now getting into knitting… I love seeing the learning process from the other side 😂😍

[@janetkemper9177]

Such a fantastic idea! I totally get the math thing….. when someone talks numbers to me, I totally shut my brain off. This has inspired me. I made a quilt top years ago, like 6 or 7 years & I’ve never finished it. Love the socks and colors of the quilt!

[@mcdonuts2017]

I love this so so much. Knitting and watching quilting tutorials “let’s go rock climbing!” 😂 so relatable. Also I am SO impressed that you finished the whole blanket in a week! My first quilt took 14 months (with about 12 months in the middle of time-out) 😂

[@user-cz1jm5xf8g]

I just love a cable pattern, these socks are beautiful Summer!

[@leonawilliams8102]

You are so adorable, you just make me laugh! So glad you decided to do a vlog!!

[@mamiearmaly1133]

Bravo! I’m inspired to knit a pair of red socks now. If only I could sew . . .Thanks for this fun episode.

[@phoenixhulsey2868]

ooh my goodness, you are my favorite lol I relate so hard to your math problems 😂but the blanket turned out sooooo beautiful! 😍

[@ALovely42]

You are the truly my most fav knitting bud!! ❤

[@jessicalila3712]

I'm a quilter turned knitter so yes, I was dying just a touch, LOL. Such a fun episode. Two quick things - there are some quilting calculators your can install as an app on your phone in case Dave is not available. The one I've used is the Robert Kaufman quilt calculator. Also you might look up how to nestle your seams as you attach the rows - someone mentioned pins but you can also just nestle the two seams between your fingers until they sort of lock together and sew on! Either way, a beautiful result!

[@tracyvirta6692]

I too quilt and knit and was chuckling along with figuring out your measurements. Um, you forgot to allow for the seam allowances hence needing more blocks. Love the quilt and the socks. Thanks for the laughs and giggles every week. 😊🧶🧵🪡

[@miriamfernandez6578]

So much fun watching you.❤

[@susiewillis7376]

I loved this episode. The math, the teenage boy sounds, the quilting, fear of heights ans all. Your socks and quilt are gorgeous. I truly related to rock climbing fear. Many years ago in my Amry service, I had to repel and zip line. Im scared of heights, so it took me a while to conquer that. But I did and have gone Zip lineimg agai. With my nephew who didn't know about my extreme fear of heights. Proud of you accomplish,ents for you😊

[@britdowson8324]

Well done!! So proud of you. Love the quilt and socks!

[@farmerswife51]

Oh my gosh!! I had a Little Women flashback to Jo burning Meg's hair. I look forward to Fridays with you so much!

[@stinkzillaz]

Your house looks so comfy just like your socks! I think you and Dave should do a podcast on how to calculate fabric - just do it very SLOWLY for the non-math brain crafters out here! I laugh/cried through that whole thing!!

[@kristinahill3708]

You are so likable and relatable! Gorgeous FOs. I absolutely loved that your husband came on to do math. I honestly would have enjoyed hearing how he figured it all out.

[@TheToniBlack]

I feel like we would be best friends in another life. Our minds work the same. 😆😆😆 The only difference is that you finished your quilt and my quilt sandwich has been folded up looking back at me all winter. 😆 This has motivated me to finish it and make a matching pair of socks. Lol So sad I missed your book signing in McKinney!

[@mickijacobsen6973]

Oh Summer!! You are a hoot!

[@marysheridan7104]

Kudos to for following through! Blanket and socks look incredible! Love the color combo too! Thanks for taking us along the way for all the Fun including the rock climbing!!

[@paulinemurton8538]

You are inspirational and I love the way you make things happen. The socks look amazing can’t wait to have ago.

[@milkjugs4771]

how the hell have I never found your channel/content before. Just bought the sock book, can't wait to experiment

[@ChelseaRogers-jd6zo]

I’m dying watching the math! 😂 I work in a quilt shop and at least once a shift I get a customer who’s just reeling off numbers at me. Once you’ve made a few quilts though the math gets really easy, so I normally just tell them to go look at fabric and do the math for them.

[@knitknitsew5302]

Big congratulations on your rock climbing achievement. I'm terrified of heights too so understand how brave you were to do that. Love the blanket and the socks. Such a cool but classic aesthetic and they look amazing in your room. Your face totally summed up my feelings about teenage boy noises 😂 We put our xbox in our open plan kitchen - being responsible parents so we could monitor usage etc...- But it means we have to endure all the teenage boy noises when we are cooking and washing up.Sooo loud! Thanks for your videos, loving them

[@catdito413]

Thank you so much for your candor around your creative process! 😍 This video has been a big relief of, it's not just me, getting carried away by the little errors and almost missing the resulting beauty. The blanket and the socks are beautiful! 😍😍

[@vickichapel7447]

Love both projects! Can't wait to make the cabled socks - love cables and adore the color red! And you are absolutely right - your blanket goes beautifully with your couch, your walls, your socks and your vibe! Great job on both projects. I look forward to you videos each week and I love how you show us that things don't always go as planned! But you finished your projects and both are awesome!! Just like you!!

[@amyj9907]

The pairing of this blanket with these socks is just so good! I loved watching both come together!

[@janamauney8038]

What a wonderful blanket! I have made quilts, the first one hand pieced and hand quilted. It was a gift for my mother, who always wanted one. Others I machine pieced and hand quilted--I have one that even now needs to be completed with the hand quilting. Maybe you've inspired me. But I also made my son a quilt put together just like yours, machine pieced and hand tied, except your tying looks much neater than mine did. I love that you are from OK; I'm an Arkansas girl relocated to the east coast, and learned about you from The Tiny Desk Knitter's podcast. I have so enjoyed all the podcasts I've seen; and am working my way through the ones I have not yet seen. Grateful to have found your podcast!

[@clairerobinson6571]

Yes! Gosh I need red cabled socks and matching cosy blanket. Fab!

[@onesweetlife2469]

Such a fun video! I love how you list your distraction(s) while knitting!😂 So relatable!

[@melanietowner5870]

You are becoming my hero!

[@Knitternat]

The red socks are 🔥😍 congrats on your rock climbing. 🎉

[@dianaballard154]

Thanks so much for just putting yourself out there and being YOURSELF! How much fun! 😂❤

[@handmadebyhoneybun]

I love the socks and quilt! It's definitely giving nautical, yacht-y vibes. Like people who use summer as a verb lol. Great execution Summer!

[@BostonMelG]

The math ❤️ You guys are a good team! I’m about to rip back a section of a sock where my gauge changed to try again - I appreciate seeing you work through problems! It gives me more courage!

[@SockWitchery]

I really love this new vlog style! It’s also super fun to see Stephen King books in the background of someone else’s vlogs!

[@profbookwurm]

Congratulations on the rock climbing and the sock!

[@summerleedesignco.6471]

Thank you! The climbing was so fun! Still scary, but hopefully being up so high will get easier!

[@thekindles1183]

Always fun and amazing! Love you and your hubby doing math. Beautiful FO's. All the best, Kimberly

[@Christine-ho6ff]

I'm mad at myself for not preordering your book because now it's sold out everywhere. I love your videos, thanks for keeping it real!

[@dianevachon]

Your socks and blanket are amazing! Great video and I especially love your sense of humor 😂

[@darlenedavis3585]

You are amazing. Beautiful work on the quilted blanket and your socks and congratulations on the rock climbing. You set a goal and achieve it.

[@mariatorres3171]

Excellent video, I smiled a lot 💕💕💕love the quilt and socks. Rock climbing; you’re amazing 💕💕💕

[@GiFtEoS]

You're such a fantastic person, Summer! Your makes are just awesome...love the socks, love the quilt and its imperfections😍 Watching you and your creative journey is just candy! -Guylaine❤

[@mariacasado1335]

Thanks Summer for Such a good and fun vídeo!!!! I am with your hivernal socks and learning so much!!! Thanks for your work, time, tutorials and fun way to share time with us!!!!

[@UnikatLondon]

I love love love your personality 😂. Amazing socks and the quilt is just perfect 😮

[@Meredith36]

The blanket and the socks are so cute! Absolutely love them. Happy knitting and sewing 💚🧶🪡💚

[@sharonjordan2049]

I love the red cable socks, and I've been in the mood for cables! I wish I could have had a sew day with you. How fun!

[@sandrasavoie8641]

Thank you for reminding me to NOT take up quilting. 😂😂😂 I was always awful at sewing, and occasionally think I should take it up again. Nope, but I will try those Martha’s Vineyard socks! Those are gorgeous 😍

[@summerleedesignco.6471]

Sewing is definitely not my favorite! I want the end result, but actually doing it is so tedious!

[@christinahaskell5059]

Your videos just fill my Fridays up with happiness!! ❤️ Thank you so much for the time you put into them. Love the sock pattern and yeah for husbands who will do our Math!! (I’m in the same boat with that as you are. It’s important to know your strengths, lol)

[@janicepomeranke7056]

Beautiful!! I’ve been a quilter for along time and that was a hard top for your first time!

[@nancook8953]

Such fun Summer

[@mariananavarro4175]

😄i loved this weeks video. So entertaining. Wow the socks and the blanket came out great.

[@katharinearburn8158]

I made a quilt using right triangle squares but rotated them make chevron strips. I love this look too! It’s inspiring me to make another one!

[@alisonking5209]

Just luv your podcasts!!! Now to get your book I live in Tugun, Goldcoast, Australia.I am waiting for Amazon to re stock !! Thanks for all the advice 😊

[@sdschantz]

I really look forward to Friday, your podcast just brightens my day. Love the quilt, may have to try that myself. And I’m definitely going to knit those socks. I’m not really a cable person, but I’ve got to start someplace! Besides, I could use a good dose of Maine right about now! Went directly to Ravelry and got the pattern. Your instructions make it sound easy. Thanks for linking the quilt lady’s video, she has some neat rulers, doesn’t she?

[@vickiwilliams2309]

Absolutely lovely and I so appreciate your realness and not hiding struggles or challenges! ❤

[@pincushiontina]

Loved your fabulous finishes! ❤ Lobsta Socks & Nautical Quilt! 😍Love the hand tying! ❤

[@EnnyFromNL]

Gosh.. that was painful to watch ! 🤣 I always pin the squares/strips together, matching the points, before sewing them 😉 The quilt is beautiful nevertheless 👏🏻 well done, Summer! Love the quilt and socks combo ❤

[@summerleedesignco.6471]

😂 I figured experiences quilters would be dying inside while watching me fumbling through that quilt top!

[@janetshepherd9062]

Just found you and love these podcasts and socks.

[@staciehite6834]

I’m halfway through the leap day socks! I’m loving them. And rock climbing is awesome! I started like 8 years ago when my (then teenage) daughter got a job at our local gym.

[@sarahb4330]

Am now feeling obsessed by red, cream and that blue! Love your videos and your creations!

[@stacywebb3775]

What a joy to walk with you and thank you for the reminder to give something new a try and keep at it! So fun and refreshing. ☀️🤍❤️🩵

[@wstyrsky]

Pretty much laughing all the way through this!😂😂😂

[@Stephaniekirk7]

Now i want to make that!! Also your paint colors and trims are so good. I’d love a paint tour!!!

[@LottaSocks]

Love those socks! I’ve never quilted. You inspire me w your “I Can Do This” attitude!! The quilt looks soooo cozy & comfy and I think it works for summer (winter, yes), but the white brightens things up !

[@sarahjohnson5138]

I must be a really mean person - I laughed until I cried during the story of your travails!

[@tamiwilbanks836]

You are so much fun !

[@normawoodburn9430]

Love this episode!! Good job with the quilt. Thanks for sharing your struggles. I’m now inspired to try cables and knit the socks!

[@micheledelacruz4301]

Nice work on both! So fun and you make it look easy too. Have a wonderful weekend friends. Sending blessings to y'all!

[@melcerra2375]

I loved this video. I am really tempted to make a blanket. I am currently making your hibernal DK socks, but those socks may be next! I also feel like I need to go to a rock climbing place. I am terrified of heights and it really annoys me.

[@CherylAM]

Did Dave hear me yell " Just tell me how much I need !!!"? 🤣😂🤣😂

[@catherinekhalili4412]

What a huge accomplishment!!! Everything turned out beautiful! The blanket is all the more wonderful with its little imperfections 🥰🥰

[@MissMandiGirl]

Love love love this weeks video!! The socks are beautiful! I cannot wait to cast them on!! Have a great weekend!

[@rachelbonner-ed5ux]

What I great video! I laughed, I learned, I enjoyed the peek into your real life. Thanks for the encouragement to keep learning and enjoying that process!

[@maureenlehman139]

Loved this video ! Both projects are fantastic.

[@WhatKatyKnitNext]

Really love this podcast. I have the same sewing struggles! I have some sock questions for you… Q1. so socks have less chance of rolling down over time could you sew thin elastic to the tops or knit the cuff with a smaller needle? Q2. how do you grade your sock patterns? Is there a standard way to grade up and down or do you send it away to be graded? Q3. do you use test knitters? …love, love, love your podcast. I’m from the UK and have ordered your book xx

[@danavincent9867]

Another great episode! I love your podcast and designs. Beesly is the bestest good dog!