I only just found your videos Dana and I am hooked! I love that each piece is pretty simple to make. After watching the cushion cover vdo, I went ahead a recovered all of my cushions!!! Brilliant. Now I am keen to grab some fabrics and make a blanket or two!! thanks so much...... I also love how fun and natural you are..... its a real pleasure to spend time with you.
It's been so many years since I've sewn on a sewing machine. Back in the 80s and 90s I used to sew all the time. I made my kids summer outfits I made my twins bumper pad for their crib their comforters. I really want to get another sewing machine again you've inspired me ❤
Awww thanks! And yes, you should give sewing another whirl! Lately I've gotten into quilting, which I've really been loving. It's been a fun change from stuff I used to sew more of. Thanks Gina! - Dana
@texasgina, I’ll help enable-go for it! 😊 I “restarted” a couple of years ago, and I never realized how much I missed sewing!! Like Dana, I also started my first quilt (in my 60’s) and got hooked. The blocks are fairly quick to make (instant gratification, yay!), and the quilts become creative, useful works of art. I also got into many little fun projects for gifts and the home such as zipper bags, tote bags, aprons, curtains, pillows, easy jackets/kimonos, fleece blankets(!), as well as upcycling and recycling clothing and vintage tablecloths. Dana has soo many great videos, and it’s partly her fault that I got back into sewing (those zipper bags!!). The hubba even bought me a new Babylock Brilliant, just like the one Dana was using. It’s a fabulous machine that I drooled over, but would never justify spending that kind of money on one. It’s worth every penny!! Now I’m not getting anything else done besides sewing! 😄 The useful items and clothing can help the machine pay for itself. Much better than the vintage Janome machine I’d been using (paid $3.00 in a garage sale for it because “it didn’t run.” Cleaned it, oiled it, new needle, threaded it correctly-yup, they had it threaded incorrectly-and the thing is a beast. I think it could sew through wood, lol!). But I really love my Brilliant’s bells and whistles, especially the self threading feature. My bifocals don’t like trying to thread a needle, unfortunately. 🤓
Hi Dana - I make blankets like this a lot. Usually don’t add batting but it would be ok to add. I learned to make the pillows from one of your videos several years ago. Best way ever to make pillows. Love making blankets like this. 💕🧵
Thanks so much for this! I'm a very new sewist and wanted to make a cozy mat for my cat out of fleece, flannel, and batting to go on top of a shelf she always lays on, but wasn't sure how the layers needed to be placed before turning right side out. This was a perfect and easy tutorial and the bed turned out beautifully!
Instead of batting you could use an old wool blanket. Can get aome that are pretty thin. Then you dont have to worry about the batting falling apart and you can reuse an itchy wool blanket. Nice and toasty.
In Australia, women used to make layered blankets like this and they were called Waggas. If the weather got cold you just inserted more fill. They were cosy and what I would class as the first doona with cover. Kids loved them. Some were just beautiful and would last for decades.
I call these inside out blankets. I’ve made tons o them over the years. I usually use high loft type batting which can be ruff but there really fluffy. I like to put about 6-8 tack spots on mine just to keep the batting from shifting when washing. I love envelope pillow case too their so easy and fun
I have made a ton of these for the house and as gifts. I do 2 yards for the front and 2 for the back for adult size. I live in the south, so no batting. I do a 1 1/2 yards for the front and 1 1/2 yards for the back for infants / toddlers. I use the triple zig zag stitch or the curve stitch on my Crescendo for top stitching the edge, and it makes a beautiful blanket.
I have made blankets like this for the g.kids' Christmas presents. I do a teeny stitch with embroidery floss, randomly spaced, to keep the layers from separating. You're right, they are so cozy!
Yay! More more more videos! We missed you! I am a total beginner to sewing and your videos seem to “click” for me. You just make sense. Please keep it up!
My mother's birthday is coming up, and this would be the perfect project for her gift. We have a camp in the Adirondack Mountains, and the only source of heat they have is a fireplace. Thanks for posting all the videos. You make learning how to sew so easy
I'd be worried about the batting coming loose and crumpling inside ,especially with a lot of use and washes, without at least some basic lines quilted in. Batting isn't meant to be used without being quilted in. The distance you need to sew will be different for each type and brand, but at least a couple inches apart both directions will be needed. If you don't want to quilt it, if just add a layer of heavy polar fleece inside instead.
Actually I don't have a normal sewing machine 😔 but I have a handheld sewing machine which is AWESOME. I think I will be able to stitch a blanket with it 😅
Thank you so much! They are both synthetic fleece-y type blankets...but not traditional "fleece". The plaid one is technically a knit, with a bit of stretch to it. And then pink one is a synthetic cashemere (so soft!) I just use a standard sewing needle on both of these!
I think I speak for all of us that you are spoiling us with all these new videos. ❤
I only just found your videos Dana and I am hooked! I love that each piece is pretty simple to make. After watching the cushion cover vdo, I went ahead a recovered all of my cushions!!! Brilliant. Now I am keen to grab some fabrics and make a blanket or two!! thanks so much...... I also love how fun and natural you are..... its a real pleasure to spend time with you.
I simply love your energy!
It's been so many years since I've sewn on a sewing machine. Back in the 80s and 90s I used to sew all the time. I made my kids summer outfits I made my twins bumper pad for their crib their comforters. I really want to get another sewing machine again you've inspired me ❤
Awww thanks! And yes, you should give sewing another whirl! Lately I've gotten into quilting, which I've really been loving. It's been a fun change from stuff I used to sew more of. Thanks Gina! - Dana
@texasgina, I’ll help enable-go for it! 😊
I “restarted” a couple of years ago, and I never realized how much I missed sewing!! Like Dana, I also started my first quilt (in my 60’s) and got hooked. The blocks are fairly quick to make (instant gratification, yay!), and the quilts become creative, useful works of art. I also got into many little fun projects for gifts and the home such as zipper bags, tote bags, aprons, curtains, pillows, easy jackets/kimonos, fleece blankets(!), as well as upcycling and recycling clothing and vintage tablecloths. Dana has soo many great videos, and it’s partly her fault that I got back into sewing (those zipper bags!!).
The hubba even bought me a new Babylock Brilliant, just like the one Dana was using. It’s a fabulous machine that I drooled over, but would never justify spending that kind of money on one. It’s worth every penny!! Now I’m not getting anything else done besides sewing! 😄 The useful items and clothing can help the machine pay for itself. Much better than the vintage Janome machine I’d been using (paid $3.00 in a garage sale for it because “it didn’t run.” Cleaned it, oiled it, new needle, threaded it correctly-yup, they had it threaded incorrectly-and the thing is a beast. I think it could sew through wood, lol!). But I really love my Brilliant’s bells and whistles, especially the self threading feature. My bifocals don’t like trying to thread a needle, unfortunately. 🤓
YESSS!!! More Dana, more!
Love seeing new vids from you! ❤❤🎉
Hi Dana - I make blankets like this a lot. Usually don’t add batting but it would be ok to add. I learned to make the pillows from one of your videos several years ago. Best way ever to make pillows. Love making blankets like this. 💕🧵
Thanks so much for this! I'm a very new sewist and wanted to make a cozy mat for my cat out of fleece, flannel, and batting to go on top of a shelf she always lays on, but wasn't sure how the layers needed to be placed before turning right side out. This was a perfect and easy tutorial and the bed turned out beautifully!
Instead of batting you could use an old wool blanket. Can get aome that are pretty thin. Then you dont have to worry about the batting falling apart and you can reuse an itchy wool blanket. Nice and toasty.
In Australia, women used to make layered blankets like this and they were called Waggas. If the weather got cold you just inserted more fill. They were cosy and what I would class as the first doona with cover. Kids loved them. Some were just beautiful and would last for decades.
Doona…quilt? Love that word!!😊
I’m new to your channel and I love the blanket oh and thank you for the additional cushion idea, that was “FABULOUS”. Keep doing what you do. 🫶🏼❤️🧵🪡😘
I call these inside out blankets. I’ve made tons o them over the years. I usually use high loft type batting which can be ruff but there really fluffy. I like to put about 6-8 tack spots on mine just to keep the batting from shifting when washing. I love envelope pillow case too their so easy and fun
Dana you are on fire 🔥😊, three videos in row? Love it 🤩, thank you.
I have made a ton of these for the house and as gifts. I do 2 yards for the front and 2 for the back for adult size. I live in the south, so no batting. I do a 1 1/2 yards for the front and 1 1/2 yards for the back for infants / toddlers. I use the triple zig zag stitch or the curve stitch on my Crescendo for top stitching the edge, and it makes a beautiful blanket.
I have made blankets like this for the g.kids' Christmas presents. I do a teeny stitch with embroidery floss, randomly spaced, to keep the layers from separating. You're right, they are so cozy!
Yay! More more more videos! We missed you! I am a total beginner to sewing and your videos seem to “click” for me. You just make sense. Please keep it up!
Very nice. I think I’m going to make the blanket for Christmas gifts 🎁. Great idea 💡 have a blessed day 🥰
My mother's birthday is coming up, and this would be the perfect project for her gift. We have a camp in the Adirondack Mountains, and the only source of heat they have is a fireplace. Thanks for posting all the videos. You make learning how to sew so easy
Looks like great Christmas gifts.
I'd be worried about the batting coming loose and crumpling inside ,especially with a lot of use and washes, without at least some basic lines quilted in. Batting isn't meant to be used without being quilted in. The distance you need to sew will be different for each type and brand, but at least a couple inches apart both directions will be needed. If you don't want to quilt it, if just add a layer of heavy polar fleece inside instead.
I was thinking this too.
I agree and this style blanket would look super cute being tied.
She can tack all layers together w/yarn or embroidery floss to prevent bunching after washing😮😢😮😢been der…done dat.😮😢😮
What other than batting could be used ??
Super nice. Looks cozy.
Actually I don't have a normal sewing machine 😔 but I have a handheld sewing machine which is AWESOME. I think I will be able to stitch a blanket with it 😅
I'm pretty new to your channel but almost every single day I wear my hair up in a bun on my head just like you lol
hahahh. It's the best! So easy when it's dirty :) haha. Thanks for watching! - Dana
I love your projects! I have fleece materials that I was going to cut and tie. This maybe another option for me. 😊
So Awesome, i am new to sewing & this was exactly what I was looking for...... ❤😂
from the mrs: you are on fire! Enjoying new vids! This blanket vid is awesome!
As always - super gorgeous...
You are so fun!
Fabulous!!! Thank you for this video!!!!!
Oh my! I’ve missed you and your videos! ❤
Thank you!!
Yay another video from Dana.
Love this blanket 👍👏🥰🌸🇦🇺
Love love your videos thanks
Dana, when you come to visit us in Scotland you'll need to call that fabric Tartan.
I love making those pillow cases, because my pillows don't fall out 😂❤❤
Great video!
Love it!
Hi Dana, can you put a link for the batting that you used? Thank you.
Cute -n- cozy Nice 😊
Thank you ❤
Awesomeness ❤❤❤
Girl, you post like I do. Nothing for the longest time and then BAM just a ton of stuff 😂
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Are both of these materials fleece? Also, what needle do I use? Love it and love your videos!!
Thank you so much! They are both synthetic fleece-y type blankets...but not traditional "fleece". The plaid one is technically a knit, with a bit of stretch to it. And then pink one is a synthetic cashemere (so soft!) I just use a standard sewing needle on both of these!
Hi I'm new to your channel ❤❤❤
Could you not use a serger on the blanket too?
Sure! You can use a serger also! Many people don't have one, but both will work.
A walking foot would have made sewing the 3 layers much easier and faster.
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