A blanket that folds into itself is called a quillow.It's a simple project that requires a free afternoon, some basic sewing skills and a few yards of soft fabric.You can store larks in your car, bring them to sporting events, or watch a movie on your couch.
Step 1: Select the fabric you wish to use.
Two pieces of fabric are sewed together to make a blanket.Matching fabric can be chosen for both sides, or you can mix patterns and types of fabric for the bottom and top.Do you want to use it for yourself or for someone else?A baseball fan might like a pattern with bats and gloves or a logo of his favorite team, while a dog lover might appreciate a small paw print.Use your imagination!For a blanket that will cover an adult, you will need 2 pieces of fabric that is 2 yards long and 60 inches wide, plus an additional 2 yard for the pillow.Purchase two 1 2 yards of fabric for a baby blanket.If you want to use the remaining fabric for the pillow, trim these later to a crib size of 36 inches by 44 inches.Fleece, flannel, or cotton is a good choice for blankets.Soft, plush fabrics are perfect for baby.One side of the blanket should be water-proof if you plan to use it for picnics.It will make it easier to clean off dirt and sand when your blanket is wet.
Step 2: Choose your batting.
This is the padding between the top and bottom of the fabric.If you have trouble folding your quilt into the pocket, look for a high-quality batting that isn't too thick.You will trim it down if you get the same size batting.Cotton batting is a popular choice because of its age and machine washability.If you're looking for cotton batting with a little more "poof," look for one with scrim or a cotton/polyester blend.If you want a blanket that is extra-warm, wool batting is a great choice.It is a little more expensive than other batting, and you must be very careful when washing or it will clump up inside your blanket.It is ideal for a baby blanket since it will be washed regularly.Don't get one that is too thick, it's a little more "poofy" than wool or cotton.
Step 3: Pick a thread that matches your pattern.
If you're not looking for contrast, you want your stitches to blend in with the colors of the blanket.
Step 4: Take the fabric to the size you want.
If the dimensions of your fabric aren't already the size you want, lay the fabric flat and use a yard stick and cutter to cut through it.Before you cut, place a self-healing matt under the fabric.It will be easier to slice through the table because of this.If you don't know the dimensions of the pillow pocket, you can add 2 inches to the measurement for the main blanket.Add 1–2 inches to the width of the main blanket by finding 1/3 of it.Depending on the seam, you will lose between 1/6-1/4 of an inch when sewing the quilt together.
Step 5: The right side of the fabric should touch the other side.
The side with the pattern on it is referred to as the right side.
Step 6: Place the batting on top of the two pieces of fabric and pin the edges together.
The batting should be trimmed to the exact size of the fabric.There is a 12 inch opening along the edge.
Step 7: Taking care not to sew the 12 inch opening closed, Stitch the three layers together with a 2 inch seam.
The pins need to be removed.If you have trouble sewing a straight line, mark the 2 inch seam with a colored pencil or invisible marking pen that will rinse out with water.If you think the blanket will get a lot of use, you can zig-zag stitch the raw edges.To trim off the corners, use sharp scissors.Don't clip your stitches.Press the edges with a hot iron to increase the strength of your blanket.
Step 8: The blanket should be turned right through the opening.
To push out your corners, reach through the opening and use a pencil.Iron the edges of the quilt.When you are done with your quilt, press it to make it look neat and polished.If you want it to be even with the rest of the blanket, you have to fold in the raw edges.The excess fabric should be tucked into the opening.
Step 9: The opening of the quilt should be closed with a 1/2 inch seam.
The edges of the quilt are secured by this final seam.It makes the blanket look professional.The 2 inch seam you already sewed should be between the edge of the blanket.The blanket won't be as durable and the edges may not look as clean if you skip the final seam and sew the opening shut.
Step 10: The 2 yard (0.5 m) fabric should be folded in half, right sides facing each other, and then joined together with a small seam.
Before you begin stitching, make sure the edges are lined up and pinned.You are making a mini version of the main blanket.You can flip the fabric right-side out if one side of the rectangle is still open.Cut the corners with scissors.This makes your pocket nice and sharp.
Step 11: Through the open side of the pillow pocket, turn the blanket right-side out.
To push out the corners, reach into the opening and use a pencil.Press the fabric with a warm iron to smooth it out.The pillow pocket is even if you fold the open side of the rectangle.The iron can be used to crease the fold.
Step 12: The only way to close the open edge is to sew a 1/2 inch seam.
When you attach them to the blanket, you will be sewing the edges.
Step 13: The main blanket should be laid on a flat surface with the pillow pocket at the top of it.
The edge of the pocket should be lined up with the large blanket.Put the pocket in place.One side of the blanket is shorter than the other.The top of the blanket is what you choose.Measure the blanket on either side of the pillow pocket to make sure it is in the center.The main blanket has a pocket on it.If you sew it on the ground, it will be hidden.If the pillow pocket is on the front of the blanket, you can use it as a storage pocket.
Step 14: Using a 4 inch seam, sew the three outer edges of the pillow pocket onto the blanket.
If you don't sew the edge of the pillow pocket that is lined up with the blanket, you will not have a pocket to tuck your blanket.
Step 15: Place the blanket on the ground, keeping it in a pocket.
There is a pocket at the top of the blanket.
Step 16: Take the outer edges of the blanket and place them in the pocket.
The blanket is being folded into thirds.The width of the pillow pocket should be the same width as the blanket.The pillow pocket is visible if you flip the blanket over now.
Step 17: Place the blanket into thirds from the bottom.
The dimensions of the pillow pocket should be folded over.
Step 18: The pocket should be flipped over.
If you reach one hand into the pillow pocket, you can grab the edge of the blanket.With your other hand, hold the open edge of the pillow pocket.Pull the inside edge of the pillow pocket toward you while simultaneously pulling or flipping the free edge away from you.The pillow pocket is being flipped inside out and you are stuffing the blanket into it.It may take a few tries to master the flip.