How to Make a Self-Binding Receiving Blanket | a Shabby Fabrics Quilt Sewing Tutorial

[@laneyrebecca4239]

I watched this 3 times, went to the fabric store, watched it there twice, came home and watched again, watched as i made the blanket, took a break and rewatched it again, and watched it one last time as i finished the blanket. My blanket turned out perfect* i appreciate all the details you add in when going step by step!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is incredible! So glad your blanket turned out well and you got to enjoy the video so many times! Isn't it such a fun process? We'd love to see pictures of your finished blanket if you want to share them. Find us on Facebook or Instagram! - Morgan

[@stephaniesalva9036]

@@ShabbyFabrics a little confused she said the measurements are top 30 and back 40" but is that squared?

[@lucindacindymartin6012]

@@stephaniesalva9036 and, I don't understand how folks have to re-watch so many times to get it I don't undertsand the box in the corner...

[@barbaraalicecosten4132]

As a teacher to adults & have made many flannel baby quilts, I was challenged to try this mitered self bound baby blanket quilt. You are a teacher with talent & teaches with clear, concise words with demo. Thanks so much

[@slab6046]

I could not stop laughing!

[@BuildAQuilt]

Ive been making these for about 4yrs.I give them as gifts, sell them in my shop, but mostly I give 100 a year to local hospitals for new babies. I taught this class for our quilting guild and we ended up giving an additional 100 to hospitals in 2016.Try making these folks, very easy and it's always wonderful to wrap a sweet wee one up and snuggle. I've also used this idea to make larger throws for snuggling I the sofa. Just increase each piece by 10 inches until you get to the size that you want. Thanks for the video, Jennifer. Always a pleasure to watch.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

What a special gift to give hospitals for new babies! Thank you so much for watching and for sharing your stories :)

[@ginnaricci4547]

Hello would you tell me the size for throw I want to make one for my mom thank you.

[@debmacie1612]

Great idea for hospital donation.

[@kathytincler2446]

Sorry I couldn't be more confused & looks like a lot of work for 2 pieces of fabric....wow. But I'm sure most get it. Sewing is a slow learning process for me

[@maryrwhite5567]

I was thinking it maybe possible to make it larger as the baby grows. Thanks for sharing! What a great thing you are doing for the hospitals. So glad to hear!

[@sherrymccurley173]

What a good teacher! Not only shows “what” to do but also “what not to do”! Good communicator! Thank you so much! Just made it for grand baby # 12! I embroidered , by hand, his name & date before sewing! Gorgeous!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's amazing! We're so glad you enjoyed this fun project! -Michelle

[@MechelleMyBell]

Shut the front door ! I gotta make this! I know this is a little older video but I actually bought some of this fabric a few years ago and love it ! It’s so nice. The collection is absolutely beautiful!! Thank you for doing this video. Totally amazed 😮 I don’t even have grand babies yet and I’m already making baby stuff 😂 thank you, Jen !!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you like this fabric collection and this project! You will have a lot of fun! Thank you for your support and comment! 😊 - Abby

[@MrMicheleLucas]

Can I still get this material

[@MechelleMyBell]

@@MrMicheleLucas I haven’t seen this material in my local quilt shop in a very long time. Probably over a year or more. You might try googling it online tho.

[@MrMicheleLucas]

@@MechelleMyBell thank you

[@cheyennemartin4912]

So specific, straight forward, and doesn't skip steps. Excellent !

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re glad you enjoyed this project. Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle

[@TheKjoy85]

My niece is having her first baby in August. I'm making her a quilted blanket. One side will be a darker blue cotton and the other is a soft wool/acrylic blend in a Scottish tartan. I'm going to use the cotton side to bind the blanket after I quilt it. It is bigger than a receiving blanket, but will be fully machine washable. I am so excitednto stretch my sewing skills with this project!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That’s amazing! We’re so glad this project has inspired you! We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for your fun project photos!! -Michelle

[@beverlybenson4839]

What a cute idea. I use to give hand crocheted afghans as baby gifts. It's difficult for me to crochet anymore because of my hands. But this project is perfect for me. Thank you for your excellent instructions. ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy this project has inspired you. Thanks for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@Annette-gb3xk]

I have watched 4 different tutorials on how to make a self-binding receiving blanket. This one is by FAR the BEST!!!! So impressed with the helpful step-by-step clearly detailed instructions!! Thank you!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Annette :) Thanks so much for your kind comment! -Michelle

[@patriciacastruita3267]

I made one tonight with 4 matching burp cloths. I love this pattern! Thank you for easy-to-understand instructions. All of your tutorials are great!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching! - Yajaira

[@lou-annrobinson2519]

I'm so glad you are around to teach these methods. I love giving handmade gifts to friends and family and I'm happy for your guidance when needed. May your hands continue to be blessed and please keep the videos coming. Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for your kind words, Lou-Ann! We're so happy you're part of the Shabby Fabrics family! - Sophie

[@tonismithsonian1216]

I am so excited about making this blanket tomorrow! I've seen many other videos and when I watched this one I was smiling all the way through it but especially when you turned it inside out because I knew exactly how it was going to look! I was so thrilled I could barely take it. Thank you for this very exciting and wonderfully made tutorial.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Toni! Thank you for your kind words! We'd love to see your finished project! - Sophie

[@dbillingsley2012]

@@ShabbyFabrics is it possible to send you pics of our finished product

[@dbillingsley2012]

When I came across your tutorial I leaped with excitement I made about 3 blankets in one month. Ha ent made one of these in a while just bought flannel and cotton to make a self bi ding can't wait

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@@dbillingsley2012 Of course! You can send them to us at [e-mail]. -Michelle

[@susanrandazzo8763]

I am a long time "old dog" seamstress who is always excited to learn new tricks. Your video was so nicely done. Your instructions were clear and you showed each step so clearly. I have lots of flannel that I can't wait to try on this project. I also appreciated the fact that you named the tools you used for this project. Thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We love how no matter how long you've been quilting, there is always more to learn!

[@jo-annewilson7727]

Hi, Jen! I went to my Berry Basket Quilters Guild meeting last night & found out about this receiving blanket. We like to make charity quilts to donate where needed. Your instructions are great. This looks like a fun project to make for our Guild & for baby shower gifts, too. Thank you. Jo-Anne

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is so great to hear, Jo-Anne! This is a great blanket for charity donations - very little fabric needed and they go together in a flash!

[@barbschueller4027]

Great video. Love all your videos. A trick i learned by accident was before you turn it if you iron the seam the way you want it to go, it lays perfectly when you sew around the blanket and the binding. Lays right down​@ShabbyFabrics

[@MsMarieGraf]

We were visiting Fossil, Oregon. My daughter is expecting our second grandchild and I wanted to purchase fabric at Fossil Mercantile to include in a baby quilt that I am making. Another woman was looking at fabric and we got to talking about baby receiving blankets. She asked if I had heard of the Missouri receiving blanket; I had not. When I was back home I looked this up and, wow! I am now making them for my daughter and also our niece who is also expecting. Both babies are due in October and, I can't wait to give the girls these receiving blankets. Thank you so much. The video was straightforward, informative and not too long.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're welcome! Hope to see the finished projects! Always fun to hear the stories behind the project. :)

[@momgrandma5496]

Hi Jen! Having seen other videos showing how to make a receiving blanket in this fashion, I have to say that yours is by far the easiest to follow. Now if someone I knew would just have a baby! Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for watching! Happy to hear this was easy to follow :)

[@kathleengatterdum7581]

Mom Grandm

[@gloriawojo7414]

There are many organizations and quilting guilds with programs for charity quilts for babies. What a nice donation to an abused women's center where women frequently come with babies. Also hospital NICU units are in need of smaller blankets (you could scale this one down).

[@momgrandma5496]

Gloria Wojo I'll have to look into that Gloria, thanks. I've been wanting to start a larger quilt but my energy level is not what it used to be. These tiny blankets are the perfect size and quick to put together.

[@gloriawojo7414]

Mom, Grandma--I know exactly how you feel about the energy level since I'm a mom, grandma, and great-grandma. I've just started sewing again after 40+ years. I'm enjoying it, but I am sooooo SLOW; but I'm getting it done. Good luck and keep on sewing. The Clover hand needle threader is one of my best friends. ; o )

[@ves7063]

Thank you Jen, I am a 68 year old woman and have been making baby blankets for many years but my corner points have always been an issue for me. This way of making baby blankets is so much easier than the way I did it. Also, so nicely finished, 🤗 I can’t wait to make one this way, 🙌🏼🥰🙌🏻 Thank you again, 🙌🏻 Vicki,

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re very happy you enjoyed this one, Vicki! Thanks so much for your kind comment. -Michelle

[@suebean3873]

Absolutely beautiful! I’ve made dozens of these, but I always love others’ baby fabrics better than mine. So darn cute. You can tell you got some real good flannel there, you can just tell it’s good quality. What new mom wouldn’t want to wrap her precious baby in it! Thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

These are such fun gifts to make for any new mom! And so many fabrics to choose from. We definitely like to use high-quality flannel, it's just so cozy and warm. I'm sure every blanket you've made has been lovely.

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much I really really enjoyed and appreciate your time and effort to bring us all this amazing and beautiful self receiving blanket. I’m going to be making some for babies that are in shelters who have got the means to do this for themselves. I really really love ❤️ this project and I really think I know how to make this. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤❤❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so happy you like this fun project, Mags! Thank you very much for your kind comment. -Michelle

[@heifernation]

omg been trying to get this technique down for a year now you explain things so simply and easily. love it

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay! Thank you so much for watching- happy we could help you master this technique!

[@trishcrr]

I DID IT!!! Except I used the technique to make a Fall tablerunner. I just adjusted the measurements. Jennifer, you are teaching me so many things that I never thought I could do! It does indeed look a little strange as you are putting it together but I am so glad I stayed with you step by step and.....Wahlah...it came out beautiful!! Thank you so much for sharing your gifts and talents with all of us! So far I have made the pillowcases, the cloth baskets for pins and clips, and the sewing machine organizer. I just received my shipment of Frixion pens. Love them! Again, thank you "SEW" much!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are sew happy to hear that your table runner came out beautifully using this technique! Thanks for watching and for your kind words!

[@veemcg3682]

Thank you Jennifer I am going to make one of these for my niece. It is a really cute design and so practical. I love your teaching style and your voice is so calming.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are so welcome! We're so glad you'll be trying this project! Let us know how it turns out! - Morgan

[@gloriawojo7414]

When I need to leave an opening I use a RED flower-headed pin where I need to start sewing and a RED flower-headed pin where I need to STOP sewing. That way I train myself to NEVER sew in between the red-headed pins. I keep the red-headed pins separate on my pin cushion, making them easy to find and preventing me from accidentally placing them with my 'regular' pinning. Hope this helps. Keep these great tutorials coming. I've just started sewing again at the ripe old age of 74 after putting it aside for 40+ years while I had a business career.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is such a SMART idea! Thanks for that great tip and thank you for watching!

[@thelmaryan6500]

Gloria Wojo i

[@lindakochis5476]

Great suggestion thank you

[@beatricecoyles970]

Status quo caroline

[@rdchekaraou9651]

I use double pins as a start and stop since I don't have colored ones.

[@mshanklin11]

I watched someone else's video for this same blanket and attempted to make one this morning. It turned out wrong. I'm not experienced at sewing. I found your video and watched it, and now I have a beautiful blanket to give away! Thank you so much! I will be making more of them in the coming weeks. They are going to children in need for Christmas.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

It is so great to hear that our tutorial was easy to follow and now you have a lovely gift!! Thanks for watching!

[@wendyhannan2454]

What a lovely idea ✅ the child who receives it will love it. 💕

[@nancyc7639]

Is there any interfacing or pad used on he Baby blanket?

[@jennbatagol9376]

Thanks so much for this tutorial, I’ve come back to it again and again! Your instructions are clear and you can easily see how to proceed! Love this little quilt and have made in all sizes....just keeping the 10 inch difference. Thanks!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is so wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for watching and learning along with our tutorial - we are happy to know you have made lots of these awesome blankets!

[@dianajean4212]

This is just what I needed to learn today. I have been making pot holders with the self-bias tape look and am getting ready to make a receiving blanket. This is soooo much easier than I was doing and the finished look is fantastic. Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad you like this video! We'd love to see your finished project if you'd like to share it.

[@DBlanco48]

My name is Dianna Jean! Hello! 😂😂 nice to meet another DJ

[@maryredfield7867]

I am just learning to sew, and you are the best teacher. Very detailed and yet you do not say anything that is not important to the outcome. Great teacher.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you SO much for this awesome feedback and for taking the time to watch and learn along with us!

[@Ronibearable]

The one real rule here on these, is start and stop EXACTLY in that quarter inch mark at the corners.. for both sewing the top and sewing the dog ears. If you are off a stitch or two, it will pucker. Easy enough to do, and they are fun, fast and people love them.

[@RudyRay01]

Yep, I just made my first blanket and found out the hard way just how important that step is.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great tip, thank you for sharing! - Morgan

[@52daa]

Really need a closer view! I’m old and it’s hard to see, thank goodness for excellent directions!

[@bettyplott226]

I made 2 receiving blankets for my great-granddaughter. It was beautiful and my granddaughter absolutely loves them. The mitered corners were PERFECT. I used this same method to make table runners, placemats, and dinner napkins. They also turned great! Adding the stabilizer to the placemats and table runner was a little tricky but I figured out a work around. I really enjoy your videos - your teaching methods are the best.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is AWESOME to hear! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi Jennifer, I want to thank you for assisting me with your tutorials for my very first self-binding blanket and burp towel. You were there with me all the way. The fabric isn't from your shop but I ordered your famous frixion pen!! Thanks again! You explain really well! 😎🌸

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi, you do have gorgeous fabrics Jennifer. I hope my previous comment didn't offend you. Have a great day! 😎🌸

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You didn't offend at all! Thank you for watching our videos and trying our projects! - Morgan

[@msbeachteacher]

Your tutorial was great. I appreciate that you took the time to go into great detail about the mitered corners. I will definitely be making these blankets for my charity donations.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

These will be great for your charity donations! They are super quick to make and very cost effective :)

[@wonetamendive2209]

Hi Jennifer, thanks for the detailed and easy to follow video! I truly appreciate your help. I made my first blanket today it was a smooth process and turned out fantastic. I actually mixed cotton and flannel together and that also worked well.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

YAY! That is awesome to hear - we are so happy you found inspiration in this video! Thanks for watching and for your kind comment :)

[@charlottesnyder8694]

I wish I had seen this yesterday! I spent the afternoon making a doll blanket like this, but I folded the fabric over and sewed on top. It didn't look great. Now I think I'll have to make another one for a more professional look. Thanks.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Well we're glad you found this one! Happy Sewing! ~Leah

[@deannafryar7765]

Fabulous way to make a blanket for a baby Jen. I am to be a grandmother in November and I will be making some blankets for my grandchild using this technique. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hope your sweet grandbaby loved the blankets and you loved making them! - Morgan

[@geej3babe]

Jen, Your instructions were very easy to follow. I made two blankets in an afternoon. Thank You!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for watching and creating this project!

[@sherrymurphy5448]

I'm a new sewing person and I love how easy it was explained!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for watching, and welcome to sewing! ;) So glad you found this helpful. We'd love to see your finished projects!

[@eviee422]

THIS PATTERN IS AWESOME!!!! I made this with a rectangular shape and the corners were on point!!!!!! Will make this again. Thank you Jennifer! Nice to know someone else in Idaho! Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this project and tutorial! We appreciate your support and comment! - Abby

[@cynthiafedak4714]

I have made three of these baby blankets already, so addicting and fun to do! A great way to use up some of the extra flannelette fabrics you have at home. Jen, your video was excellent!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! So glad you're enjoying the project! - Morgan

[@dianez9211]

I am a visual learner. This video was very helpful. Nice details. I made the blanket and it turned out beautifully. I will be helping to make baby blankets as a project for a one of the churches near me. This video was included in the email for the instructions to make it. It was easy and turned out very nice. Thank you so much.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Diana! That is so wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for sharing! - Sophie

[@connie8957]

Hi Jen. As always I enjoyed this video. You make so many nice and easy things that I make a bunch and hand them out to friends. As with this I will make a bunch in neutral colors and have them ready when the occasion arises. Keep up the good work.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Have fun making your blankets! Thank you so much for watching :)

[@shirleydrake1602]

My granddaughter got one of these blankets at her baby shower. It is lovely! It has a really soft fabric for the inside and a cotton , with a large pattern , for the wrap around part. We love it and use it often while caring for our little one. Imagine my surprise when I discovered a straight pin left inside the self binding part. I had to cut a small hole over the pin to remove it. We still love the blanket. In fact, I am about to make us several more for gifts and to use ourselves. I just wanted to warn my fellow quilters to be sure to remove your pins as you come to them . A pin left inside a blanket lining can really hurt anyone who is unlucky enough to sit on it!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's a great caution! We're happy your family is enjoying this simple pattern. Thank you for sharing this lovely memory with us! 💖 -Michelle

[@Ronibearable]

Been making these several years. As long as the bottom is 10 inches larger, than the top, the dimensions don't matter. I make these, and hate to cut a 40 inch square and waste the extra 3 or 4 inches of the width of fabric. So I simply figure out how big I can cut the larger piece, say 43, then cut the top 33. If you want a larger or smaller border, you can do that too. Example, if you do 40 bottom, 20 top, you get about a 4.25 border, rather than the 2.25 shown here. So, you can go up or down in difference between the top and bottom, it will make the border narrower or larger.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for sharing this! We love when people can customize a project to really personalize it!

[@Crafty3627]

Livinnpjs thanks so much for your insight. That makes it more customizable. Can this be done with a rectangular piece of fabric?

[@karenbrumbaugh6440]

Yes, you can make it rectangular, @@Crafty3627 . I tried making a sample sized one & it worked great!

[@Crafty3627]

@@karenbrumbaugh6440 thank you so much. I'm going to try it out this week.

[@shireenkarim7057]

Karen Brumbaugh p

[@christinematias8144]

Absolutely gorgeous. I will be making many of these from now on. Mitred corners oooh how lovely. Thank you for the tutorial

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much! We love to hear that you like the videos and will be making these! They're such perfect gifts and so much fun to make.

[@karenjon9948]

Hi Jen! I'm new back to sewing after 30 years of life happening...... I LOVE this tutorial! I've never seen anything like it! You are so great at explaining each step. Thank you! I want to do a sofa blanket for my young granddaughter and put batting in it. Would it work to cut the batting the same size as the back fabric so that the borders have batting in them as well? I would so appreciate your expertise in guiding me as I step back into quilting! Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

It absolutely should work :) Thank you so much for watching and for your kind comment! Have fun getting back into the swing of things and always feel free to ask us questions!

[@marysiddons6400]

I finished watching the entire video and now I get it you do start stitching at the mark not the edge of the favor thank you you’re awesome!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Have fun! ~Leah

[@spunkysagittarius87]

Your instructions were perfect! Just watched the video and made two! And they came out great- thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much! So glad you like the video and the blankets turned out nicely.

[@dianebourg1603]

Great video--much better than another one I could name. Thanks for showing how to do the corner twice! I paused it the second time so I could do it right. Came out perfect! Thanks again.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad you enjoy this tutorial, Diane! Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle

[@mary-lynnmcconnell5656]

Made one...woohoo! It’s like magic. Will definitely make lots of these. Thanks for another great tutorial 🙏

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay!! So glad it worked out so well for you! Isn't it such a fun project? Thank you so much for watching! - Morgan

[@Katiewillow100]

Have just started my Christmas sewing for the greater good. These have been the easiest receiving blankets I've ever made!!!! Have done 4 and have 6 more to do. Figure I'll be finished today!! I did make one adjustment though; I found the 1/4" seam allowance a bit small so I'm doing a 1/2" and, so far it's working great. Thanks. It's nice to learn something new and when it turns out perfect the first time that's even better.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is awesome to hear! So happy you are able to make these quickly and easily for your Christmas gifts!

[@colleenisaac6647]

Jen, I just tried this with some tester fabric and it worked so well! I bought one of your kits and feel confident enough to try it with the good stuff! I'll post a pic on your FB page! Great tutorial!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay! That is so awesome to hear! Can't wait to see your finished blanket :)

[@latanyaclark7205]

I think your tutorial is THE BEST on KZbin!!!! I made two receiving blankets in a couple of hours...the second blanket was way fast we than the first!!! Thanks again for your pointers and tips to getting the angles right! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for that kind comment, we're so glad it went well for you!

[@faithhall7806]

Loved it! Thanks for repeating and encouraging each step

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're welcome!

[@bonbonmonel9571]

This is one of the greatest tutorials I have ever followed I have made soooo many for gifts everyone loves them.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and that it has helped you! Thank you for your support and comment! - Abby

[@jeannebrinkman8889]

Great project!!! I have to say that your videos are very helpful. Learned how to do the pillow case you talked about from your tutorial. 😊 Thank you so much 💕

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much, we love to hear that! - Morgan

[@koriewilson3643]

Great video. I agree with the lack of handmade gifts anymore. Always looking for more gift giving ideas. Thanks for another great video.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, these are so special and so cute! Here is the link to the full kits: bit.ly/SelfBindingReceivingBlanketKit

[@karenbarnak8396]

Hi Jen. Love your receiving blanket. Just what I need to make for my granddaughters second baby. Perfect! Thanks so much. Love all of your videos and I watch at least one everyday since I found you and subscribed.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is super to hear, Karen! Thank you so much for watching! Have fun creating this project :)

[@patsytuttle1138]

I have watched several tutorials for this type of blanket. Always thought it looked too difficult. With your video I feel like I can make one of these cute blankets with ease. I too am a quilter but we live in a very warm climate and don't have a lot of use for heavy quilts. Have to add this blanket to my list of things to make for my new baby great grandchildren. Thanks so much for such a clear video.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are so happy to hear that this tutorial made this blanket a bit more approachable :) Thanks for watching and have fun!

[@leebond489]

This is ingenious. I've learned so much from your videos. Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much! So glad you like it and that you've learned so much! Thank you for watching. - Morgan

[@micheledelacruz4301]

Wonderful video tutorial, I'm excited to try it. My daughter and her husband are expecting their first baby, she's such a blessing and our family can hardly wait to meet her. Thank you for this video.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

How sweet!! 😍 😎 -Michelle

[@BarbaraOpett]

I making a table runner at the moment, I wonder if I could do the self binding this way? Wonderful project!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

There's no reason this wouldn't work :) Thanks for watching!

[@BarbaraOpett]

Thanks for all the great tips! 🌸🌷🌼

[@Ronibearable]

You can in fact do rectangles the same way. I make big kid blankets in rectangles. You just make the bottom 10 inches bigger than the top. so a 60 x 20 bottom, needs a 50 x 10 top, and so on.

[@Yayablev]

Thanks, I had the same question.

[@donnau3735]

I had a pre-printed baby quilt panel - the kind you buy as a panel as opposed to by the yard. I tried the measurement method as above - adding 10 inches to the bottom piece as the panel measured 32 inches wide by 42 inches long; so I cut the bottom piece 42 by 52 inches. It didn't work out. I did make another blanket a couple of weeks ago using the original 30 x 40 measurements and that came out beautifully, which is why I thought I'd try a rectangle. I'm sad.......

[@colleenbeaman7181]

Excited to get my fabrics and get started. Expecting #4 Great Grandchild soon. Probably make quite a few for future gifts.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Congratulations! They are going to love it! -Yajaira

[@pamcadd8658]

I haven't read all the comments, so forgive me if I'm repeating someone else. Great tutorial, but. . . I ALWAYS run flannel through a rinse and dry cycle before cutting, because it will shrink about 2" per yard. (And shed a lot of fluffy lint in this first wash.) It will also soften and fluff up, making it feel better for mom and baby. Then when I sew the blanket, I know it won't pucker or shrink in the wash. I've made tons of these blankets - a bundle of a three or four of them is a wonderful new baby gift. Some of my little toddler recipients are still sleeping with their blanket at age two. There are an infinite number of combinations of patterns, dots, stripes and solid colors - it's fun to come up with creative new combos, and you can often match up to nursery decor.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We LOVE making these for new mothers and the bundle of blankets is absolutely perfect. Thank you for sharing your tips and experiences with us! It's so wonderful to be in a community of makers who are willing to help each other and learn from one another. :) Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@monicakostak9841]

I embroidered the babies name and birth date before making my blanket, following along with your video. It was years since i made one of these blankets and your tutorial was the best and i will refer back to it, when needed. A personalized gift and handmade-I can't wait to give it! I'm more of a visual person for watching and doing rather than reading and trying to do. Appreciate the you tube's and the continued variety of craft projects. :) Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

What a sweet idea to embroider the name and birthdate. Did you also embroider who it was from? That will make such a special keepsake for the new baby. So glad this video was helpful for you and you were successful!

[@monicakostak9841]

Hi Morgan, I actually have personalized labels that i attach to ALL my homemade gifts. :) Unless i'm doing a quilt project and I will embroider on the label and attach. Thanks again...

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@@monicakostak9841 That's perfect! I'm new to quilting myself, but have been looking into labeling my quilts on the advice of some of the kind ladies I've met through Shabby Fabrics, so I'm happy to hear that you label every gift! That makes it even more special! - Morgan

[@jocarey2369]

Hi Jen! I was wondering if you could do a video regarding the best way to cut such large squares (40") for those of us who dont have massive cutting tables or rulers. Loving your videos and thank you!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for the suggestion! :)

[@nixanana1259]

Jo Carey iiiiii

[@marilynchandler3867]

This blanket was so easy to make. Needed something to go with a hat I bought and this pattern was perfect for my new grandson. Thanks for sharing the pattern.

[@marilynchandler3867]

How do I post a picture?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're thrilled you enjoyed this project!! You can send us a photo on FB or G messenger, or even [e-mail]! -Michelle

[@geraldineself6017]

"Sew" simple, fun, and easy. I look forward to making some of these for gifts or maybe increase the size for a throw. God bless you and have a happy day.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hello! Thank you for watching! These blankets are so fun! Stay safe! ~Leah

[@tracyosteen5306]

I just made one of these for My Great Grand-baby to be :)The tutorial was perfect... I just followed along ... stopping and going of course...!!! it was so easy and fun to make. i cant wait to give to My Granddaughter as a gift for the Baby....THANKS EVERYONE AT SHABBY...!!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

SO happy to hear this! Congratulations on the great grand-baby to be! We know the baby will just love that blanket. So glad the project worked well for you.

[@theresecrouch2924]

Yeah, cant wait to make whole bunch of these, excellent tutorial, Thankyou for sharing

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So excited you'll be using these to make some blankets! Let us know how your project goes. - Morgan

[@carolg.6838]

Now I will find time to use the flannel stash with this quick method. Thank you. And I want to thank Shabby Fabrics for giving so many nice, personal replies to comments on this video.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is a great project for a flannel stash! And if you don't have any new babies to gift it to, local hospitals usually always accept blanket donations for their children's wards.

[@elaineswitzer8136]

Love this! I actually did it and it turned out perfectly. Thank you so much!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad it worked well for you! Thank you for watching and we hope you enjoy making many, many more! - Morgan

[@gisellejones1139]

So glad I found this receiving blanket tutorial..they're just beautiful!! You also a good teacher ...will make one of these today

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This is so great to hear! Thank you for watching! - Sophie

[@dmw2037]

Love it! Quick ? ? When you said one piece of fabric 30" and one 40", you-meant each piece square right? 30x 30 and 40x40? Sorry if I didn't hear what you said but want to be sure

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are exactly right! That information can also be found on the free download: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/SelfBindingReceivingBlanket_forDownload.pdf The free download is always linked in the description box below our videos, just in case you need any measurement information in the future :)

[@lindapreciado6711]

I'm a new sewer and I was wondering the same thing😊 thank you asking

[@loriessing5275]

I was going to ask the same thing. Thanks

[@susiejohnson4530]

FINALLY learned how to do the corners!!! THANK YOU!! for emphasizing what NEEDS to be emphasized!! I got my baby blanket done!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay!!! We are very happy for you!! We're glad this tutorial inspired you. Thank you for watching. 💖 -Michelle

[@grg312bb]

I am very excited to try this self binding technique in other projects (ie table runners, etc). Great tutorial, thank you!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank YOU for watching! Happy you love the technique :)

[@pampeterson3092]

Watched this tutorial again for some reminders. I have made this blanket for several new babies. ( it seems to be a Mommy favorite). I make mine using 2 yards of 2 coordinating fabrics ( I use mostly flannel). Cut a 30 in and 40 in piece of a each fabric. Use 40 in fabric A and 30 in fabric B. Sew into blanket. Then repeat using 30 in Fabric A and 40 in B. You will then have 2 blanket with opposite backing/ bindings. It really does make for a wonderful baby gift.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

What a wonderful suggestion! Thank you for sharing. We are glad that you have found this tutorial to be sew useful! 💖 -Michelle

[@sylviakleppinger5345]

I wish I had read your comment before starting then I wouldn’t have made my mistake.😊. I didn’t square my material.😮

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi and thank you so much for the great tutorial. I'm a beginner and I enjoy your class. I appreciated a lot that you repeated the mitered corner. You teach really well, the blanket is gorgeous. Have a great day! 😎

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! We love that this tutorial is beginner friendly and fun :)

[@paines2009]

Mariette Forget nk'mm

[@TruthSeekerNC]

I LOVE this technique. This will make making receiving blankets so much easier and fun. Thank you for sharing!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Let us know how yours turned out! - Morgan

[@sandraallen2900]

Love this tutorial! It’s very informative and detailed with the step by step process. I do have a question though, I want to make something like this for my son to fit on top of a twin size bed. How would I measure the right amount so it is a rectangle rather than a square?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You'll follow the same steps, making sure that your backing is larger than your top, and just follow the sizing for a twin size quilt. - Morgan

[@ellenreneereich4727]

How do I make a rectangle blanker?

[@ellenreneereich4727]

Thank you! Do I add 10 inches to the length? Like you do at the width?😍

[@sandraallen2900]

To make it a rectangle you just cut your front fabric to the your desired length and width and then your backing fabric should be 5” larger around. So yes 10” added to your backing fabric length and width.

[@cathyAntz]

Have wanted to make one of these for ages. Have followed other tutorials, but they never seemed to work. Yours did. Thanks a bunch

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay! We're so glad you had success with this project. Thanks so much for your lovely comment! -Michelle

[@notime7574]

Wow, this work on the 1st try for me.....that never happens for me. Thank you so much.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hooray! We love hearing that!! Thanks for watching!

[@ellenreneereich4727]

Thank you so much for replying so quickly! I make these for new baby’s in our church. I love your instructions, they are so clear! I have 9 little baby great grandchildren from age 3- 6 weeks old! I am looking forward to your bib instructions! Thanks Renee

[@ellenreneereich4727]

I meant 3 years to 6 weeks!! 😂

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching, Renee! We'd love to see your finished project! - Sophie

[@ellenreneereich4727]

@@ShabbyFabrics thank you for your help! I really appreciate it you Help and detail instructions! I just had surgery to have a new Right SHoULDER!! I am just starting To sew again! Blankets are the best Because there isn’t so much detail Cutting! Do I just take a picture of The blanket with my iPhone and Send it to your address??

[@ellenreneereich4727]

I am Renee, I also make your special Pillow Cases for all my grand children and Friends, and Christmas Pillow cases for family! I need a good bib pattern now! Thank you very very much for All your help. Renee

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@@ellenreneereich4727 You can show us your project photos via Facebook/Instagram or even email them to us at [e-mail] We're glad you're enjoying these!! 💖 -Michelle

[@libbybauman9848]

I was just wondering if the two pieces stay together well after washing. I know you went all the way around the edge, I was just wondering about the middle of the blanket

[@ShabbyFabrics]

They stay together pretty well, but you could do some top quilting to ensure it stays in place. We've been able to just straighten ours back out after washing. - Morgan

[@karenjames5063]

Jennifer... you made this so easy to follow. I did this once with the soft fabric called minky I think it was called and it was so slippery and one corner came out horrible. You made the metered corner easy to understand too. I am going to try this again thanks to you. Also, our quilting group is accepting the receiving blankets now.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Minky fabric is so difficult to work with sometimes! Hope your next attempt went better! :) - Morgan

[@kirstiegreen6557]

I love this❤️💕❤️💕 I don’t know how I could have missed it. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤗🤗😁

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Isn't it great?! We're glad you found it!

[@juliabaugh7994]

Eww we e qed+

[@dorisjacobs6994]

I've looked at this video many times, finally made one and I am hooked!! Very precise and a great teacher

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're sew glad you enjoy this fun project!! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@MiMundoEnTelas]

The fabrics that you used in this video is Flanel? Or regular cotton? Thank you for you answer...... 😘

[@ShabbyFabrics]

It is flannel :) We have full kits of these quilts available: bit.ly/SelfBindingReceivingBlanketKit

[@MiMundoEnTelas]

Thank you!

[@marciareid3584]

Thanks just what l wanted to make just on time.

[@emilybeller706]

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[@verahool1677]

Mi Mundo En Telas

[@karenblasetti8898]

Thank you for this! I decided to make my blankets with a more narrow binding so I cut the front pieces 37” square and the backing pieces 40” square. The binding ended up just under an inch wide and I think it looks really neat and tidy that way! Your video was really easy to follow. Thanks again!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad you enjoyed this tutorial, Karen! ❤️ Thanks for your lovely comment! -Michelle

[@Anne7758]

Need to make a bunch of these in the next few weeks. Question: How could I sandwich a piece of batting between the front and back? Would I lay the batting on the smaller piece of fabric's wrong side?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hmmm.... I'm not sure about that as I've never tried it. We made this with a nice thick flannel so perhaps that will be thick enough that you won't need batting? If you decide to add the batting, maybe you can experiment on some inexpensive fabric at first while you're perfecting your technique. Good Luck! Let me know how it turns out :) Jen

[@towinbuddy]

this is the best video I have ever watch in my last 10 years. You are so awesome and make everything look easy and it really is easy with your instructions.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback!! We are happy to hear you find our tutorials easy to watch!

[@robertawestbrooks1650]

I have been sewing all my life, and never ever saw it done this way. I just love it 🤩🤩🤩

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you enjoyed this! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@bethhayden7577]

Since watching your video, I've made 2 for grand babies!!! They are awesome!! Thank you 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for watching our video! :)

[@mariatheresatorres7375]

I'm very happy with the self binding quilt that I made. Thank you for your video and of course, the great instructions you gave.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you enjoy it! Thank you for watching!! -Michelle

[@diannecochran834]

Cannot wait to start my blanket. Thank you for the step by step.😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is great to hear! Happy that you love this project and we appreciate your support and comment! 😊 - Abby

[@kimellis3703]

What a fabulous project. Your instructions are clear and concise, so easy to follow. Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! We're happy you enjoyed this project. Thanks for watching!! 🌟 -Michelle

[@cherylbreitung6346]

I agree with the comment about this being a superior tutorial compared to others I have watched. Also, your voice and rate of speech is superb! Thank you. I also appreciate the one who says she sews these for hospitals. One could also donate to Lynus donations.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for watching, Cheryl! We really appreciate that kind comment! It's a great idea to donate these to hospitals and organizations like the one you mentioned. Such a special thing to do any time of year, but especially around the holidays.

[@janepierce666]

I’ve made this blanket before but the way you showed how to layout and mark the mitered corners was so much easier than how I was shown in the past! I definitely learned something by watching. Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is AWESOME to hear! Thanks for watching and learning along with us :)

[@janepierce666]

Shabby Fabrics I made another blanket and used what I learned from your video about metering the corners. It turned out perfect! Thanks again for sharing!

[@marleen6152]

Love this little baby blanket! Your instructions, as always, are so easy to follow. You’re a fantastic teacher. Thank you so much! My son and his wife are due in March, so I’m getting a jump on making this blanket, your bibs and burp cloths. I can’t wait to be a grandmom!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you enjoy these projects and congratulations!! -Michelle

[@ambercourtney1078]

Omg!!! I watched this video and had to make one for my grand baby. This video is very good!! Instructions are great. My blanket looks amazing. Thank you so much!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you enjoyed this fun project. Thank you for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@elenamyers6280]

I just made this self binding receiving blanket. I am sooooo impressed! You made it so easy and it turned out beautiful. Thank you so much for this tutorial. Elena Myers, Chesapeake, Va.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Elena - I love hearing that! Aren't these so fun and easy to make! They also make for a really nice baby shower gift. Thank you so much for watching and commenting :) Jen

[@MickeyD7134]

Great teacher! I like that you repeated how to mark and sew the mitered corners, that was so helpful! Thank you for the video, it was excellent

[@ShabbyFabrics]

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

[@rklaforce73]

😳 that. was. AMAZING!! The whole time you were doing the inside I was thinking how will this ever work?! And then like a magic trick you turned it right side out and POOF!! You pull perfect corners out of your hat!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Right?! This technique is amazing! Thanks for watching :)

[@mariemullan8682]

Never made quilt just learning like your vido i will give it a go