Learn how to create blankets
for Project Linus
| No-Sew Fleece Pattern | This No-Sew Fleece is easy & perfect for service groups, schools, and families. It uses the "slit tie" method to secure two layers of fleece together -- no knots! |
| Braided-Edge Fleece Blanket | Another no-sew fleece blanket with a decorative "braided" edge. |
| Crochet-Edged Fleece Video | Learn how to put a crochet edge on fleece to make a custom fleece blanket. Video courtesy of GSA Troop #140. |
| Tunisian Crochet Slideshow | Easy to follow instructions for Tunisian Crochet, as taught by Project Linus Volunteer Helen Carr. |
| Corner-to-Corner Granny Stitch Crochet Blanket | Easy and fun crochet blanket that is worked in diagonal rows to build a square using the Granny Stitch. Great for using up your yarn stash! |
| Corner-to-Corner Granny Stitch In A Square | A fun variation on the C2C Granny blanket, created by Cheri Coffren, one of our volunteers. |
Visit the Project Linus patterns page for many more!
Blanket Requirements:
Click here for a printable version of the requirements
Finished size must be a minimum of 32” X 32”
Materials used must be machine washable/machine dryable (no wool or wool blends)
Child-friendly colors and fabric patterns please
Blanket Size Guidelines:
All sizes approximate
- Baby
- 32”x 32” up to Crib Size
- Crib
- Between 32” X 46 and 36” X 50”
- Toddler
- 46” X 70” (Toddler beds most often use crib mattresses, however not always, so it is best to measure mattress first)
- Bunk & Twin Beds
- 50” X 80”
Lap Quilts
- Child
- 36” X 36” to 42” X 60”
- Teens & Adults
- 52”- 68” width by 52”- 72” length
Backpack Buddies
Double layer of fleece 3-4 yards of coordinating fabrics
Size: Width of fleece by 54” - 72” (1.5 yd. - 2 yd.) length
How to make a Backpack Buddy Blanket:
Take 2 coordinating 2-yard cuts of fleece cut off selvages and square up fabric.
Place right sides of fabric together. Sew together with 3/4 inch to 1
inch seam allowance leaving a space open on one side to turn fabric inside out.
Turn blanket inside out and use fingers to push out corners.
You can trim the corners to reduce bulk when turning fabric inside out,
but be careful not to cut your stitches. Pin the opening and top stitch to
close the opening. Top stitch around the entire blanket.