My Experience With Sewing A Double Sided Blanket

As someone who loves to sew, I’m always looking for new projects to try. One day, I stumbled upon the idea of sewing a double sided blanket and decided to give it a go. I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to make and how beautiful the final product turned out. In this article, I’ll share with you my experience and provide a step-by-step guide on how to sew a double sided blanket.

How To Sew A Double Sided Blanket: Step-by-Step Guide

Materials Needed:

2 yards of fabric for each side of the blanket
Quilt batting
Thread
Sewing machine
Scissors
Ruler
Pins

Instructions:

Cut the fabric for both sides of the blanket to the same size. You can choose any size you want, but a standard throw blanket is usually around 60×72 inches.
Cut the quilt batting to the same size as the fabric.
Lay one piece of fabric right-side up on your work surface.
Place the quilt batting on top of the fabric.
Lay the second piece of fabric on top of the quilt batting, right-side down.
Pin all three layers together, leaving a 6-inch gap on one side for turning.
Sew around the edges of the blanket, leaving the 6-inch gap open.
Turn the blanket right-side out through the gap.
Hand-stitch the gap closed.
Quilt the layers together by sewing straight lines across the blanket, about 2-3 inches apart.

Top 10 Tips and Ideas for Sewing a Double Sided Blanket

Choose fabrics that complement each other in color and texture.
Use a walking foot on your sewing machine to ensure that all layers are feeding through evenly.
Use a rotary cutter and mat to ensure straight edges when cutting your fabric.
Choose a high-quality quilt batting for a warm and cozy blanket.
Experiment with different quilting patterns to add interest to the blanket.
Consider adding a border to the blanket for a finished look.
Wash and dry your fabric before cutting to prevent shrinkage.
Use a thread color that matches one of the fabrics to hide any imperfections in your stitching.
Practice your quilting on a scrap piece of fabric before starting on the blanket.
Personalize the blanket by adding embroidery or applique.

Pros and Cons of Sewing a Double Sided Blanket

Like any sewing project, there are pros and cons to sewing a double sided blanket. Here are a few:

Pros:

Easy to make
Customizable
Warm and cozy

Cons:

Time-consuming
Requires a lot of fabric
Can be difficult to quilt evenly

My Personal Review and Suggestion on Sewing a Double Sided Blanket

I absolutely loved sewing a double sided blanket. It was a fun and easy project that yielded a beautiful and functional product. I think this would make a great gift for anyone, and you can customize it to fit any decor style. My only suggestion would be to take your time when quilting the layers together to ensure that it’s even and looks professional.

Question and Answer / FAQs

Q: Can I use different types of fabric?

A: Absolutely! You can use any type of fabric you want, as long as they are the same weight and texture. Just make sure to pre-wash them to prevent shrinkage.

Q: Do I have to use quilt batting?

A: No, you can use any type of batting or even fleece if you prefer. Just make sure it’s the same size as the fabric.

Q: Do I have to hand-stitch the gap closed?

A: No, you can use your sewing machine to close the gap if you prefer. Just make sure to use a small stitch length and match the thread color to the fabric.