Thursday, March 3, 2011

Another Rag Quilt

I used some receiving blankets to make this blanket. I love that they coordinate so well and are something different then what you get in JoAnns. This particular set of blankets is from Target.

I iron the blanket first, then fold in half. With the 6 1/2 inch square, I can get 8 squares (16 total because its folded).



Because the fabric is folded when cut, the squares are perfect together with the right sides facing out



I sew from one corner to the next of every square. Its easiest to just do one after another and cut them apart after. Once they are all done and cut apart, repeat to complete the x.













Line the squares up in the pattern you like.





Pin each row together, keeping all edges facing facing out. Sew along this seam.





Iron down the seams flat




Pin two rows together keeping the seams all facing out (total of 4 layers of fabric) making sure to line up and pin the seams.


Cut along each seam making sure not to cut the thread in the seam. Wash, dry, and its finished.


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