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.

I made this for a fiend of mine, it was my first ever rag quilt and I LOVE it. It was easier then I expected as well.





With the extra material I made a stuffed block. It was hard but turned out better then I expected. Now I just need to learn the right way to sew it shut, otherwise I love it.

Flannel rag burp cloths - tutorial

1. First I traced a burpie bib style burp cloth from aden and anis. Then I cut out a front a back piece of fabric free hand.

2. Line them up, right sides facing out and pin

3. Sew around the edge, I use about 1/2" seam




I used a navy thread on the bottom and red on top

4. Cut slits in the outside to create the frayed look, making sure not to cut through your seam

5. Wash

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