Thursday, January 19, 2012

No Sew Afghan


Fleece no sew projects are fun and stress releasing. From start to finish, this 48" x 63" afghan took me about 3 1/2 hours to complete. It is a surprise gift for someone at work. Yellow is her favorite color.

If you are interested in making one, go to this page and check out the more detailed instructions.

I wanted the afghan to be large enough to snuggle under while watching TV or reading a book. I purchased 1 3/4 yds each of a print and a coordinating solid color. If you are making it for a small child, adjust the size to fit.

I laid my pieces of fabric on the bed and pinned the 2 together. Then I trimmed away the fabric finished edges making both pieces of fabric the same size.

Just follow the photos....



At all 4 corners, cut out a 4" square of fabric if making a 4" fringe.



I start by tying several strips on each corner to hold everything in place. Make the double knots secure, but not tight.



I also kept my ruler close by to occasionally check the 4" length of the strips I was cutting. Remember it doesn't need to be exact.



I got so excited about the success of this project that I made one for my daughter.

Maybe I need to make myself one too!
Meggie Mac

5 comments:

  1. What a really nice project, this is one I can't wait to try.

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  2. What a great idea - and extra warm because of the two layers.

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  3. Even I could do this! A really soft flannel would be nice!

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  4. We have made these and they hold up well! So easy, fun and economical!

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  5. Dear Meggie, Now we looked your afghan with my mother. you give a big idea for my new blanket. I ll make my new blankets like yours. Really very thank you. Very good idea. very good project. Thank you very much my dear friend..

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