Easy No Sew Fleece Blanket

The best part of these no sew fleece blankets is how you can choose the patterns of fleece for your decor or that special person you are making one for. These fleece knot blankets are a great personalized gift for family and friends.

 This whole blanket took a few hours in one afternoon!

Isn't this the cutest pattern? This was for a gal going to college and it had all of her favorite colors on it. On days where she missed home, wrapping herself in the blanket was like a hug.

I love that this is a no sew project and there are a few more on this site. Take a look at these no sew valances. And, did you know there is a no sew way to replace your jean buttons? IF you are looking for a very simple sewing project, try this simple table runner. It's so easy, especially if you buy fabric with straight lines in it.

Why I love these DIY tie blankets

This is a case of what's old is new again!  I've been seeing these around again and know they were popular years ago.  One of my boys is 6'3" and still growing.  The throws you buy are all way to small for him. I was able to use a music theme and make it extra long.

I was able to personalize both the size and the theme!

These are not expensive to make. I buy my fleece at Joann Fabrics. They often have sales on fleece. And, you can also get coupons from their flyers and online website.

These fleece knot blankets are warm because of the two layers of fleece. And, they are nice and warm.

Fleece does not fray, or fade. Yay!

Supplies

Two pieces of coordinating or contrasting fleece. Buy material in your desired length.  The blankets are double sided so you need two cuts of material.  Either match, co-ordinate or do something totally different.  It's your blanket so buy what you will love!  And, don't forget to use your discount coupon!

Sharp scizzors. Trust me, you want sharp ones or this gets very frustrating! If you don't have sharp ones, buy a new pair. Even if they aren't expensive, they will most likely be sharp enough for this project.

Instructions

Step 1
Place one piece of material on top of the other.  You want to have the nicest side facing out on both sides.  Honestly, we weren't able to figure out which side is nicer.  Sometimes it is a fluffier side. Sometimes you can't tell so then don't worry about it.

Cut both layers of fleece so they are exactly the same size.  It's easiest to do them at the same time.  You also want to trim the salvage edges (that is the edge that is usually nonstretchy and has writing on it) off the sides.  

Step 2
Start cutting your strips.  Cut a predetermined length into the blanket to make small strips.  I cut the length of the scissor blade.  About three inches.  And, each strip was about one inch wide.  These were good, easy measurements that were really simple to eye ball.  You don't want to have to measure these!  By using the length of the scissors, it was very easy to be relatively consistent. You can also use the pattern to gage the cut depth and the width you would like to cut the ties.

Step 3
Knot every SECOND strip.

Step 4
Flip the blanket over.

Then tie the strips that have not yet been tied.

By doing this, the knots are more evenly random.  Does that make sense?

Isn't this the cutest, most comfy looking blanket?

Other Fleece No Sew Blanket Ideas

This type of craft is not limited to blankets! Here are some things I've made in the past.

• Make matching or co-ordinating pillows to your diy tie blanket.
• I make little pet beds. You can also just put them on top of purchased pet beds as a liner. They are so much easier to wash than the pet beds!
• These are perfect as a stroller blanket!

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Originally published Jan. 15, 2016.