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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!

Annapolis Chapter 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

Organizations we support and the types of blankets they need

Our volunteers create a variety of blankets for the different organizations we support:
  • AAMC & BWMC Pediatric ERs: Cozy lap blankets and quilts for children admitted to the hospital. Minimum size is 32” x 32” and are a mix of sewn, crocheted, knitted, and quilted blankets made with 100% quilting cotton, fleece, flannel or acrylic yarns (no wool or wool blend yarns). Larger is better for hospital blankets. 45” x 60” is a good size to fit a wide age-range of kids.
  • Backpack Buddy Blankets: Two 2-yard cuts of anti-pill or polar fleece sewn together for the Backpack Buddy program for AACPS Title 1 Schools.
  • Baby Pantry Blankets: Soft blankets with the minimum size being 32” x 32” up to 45” x 55” for the various baby pantries we support such as the Anne Arundel County Food Bank,
  • Caring Cupboard, CCCC Baby Pantry, Jessup Baby Pantry and Marshall Hope. We also provide blankets for AACPS Birth to Five Services. They are a mix of sewn, crocheted, knitted, and quilted blankets made with 100% quilting cotton, fleece, flannel or acrylic yarns.
  • The Blue Ribbon Project: Single layer fleece blankets either no-sew slit tie or crocheted edge fleece blankets for kids going into foster care.
  • Hospice of the Chesapeake Camp Nabi: quilts for 6–18-year-old kids and teens for the annual grief camp held in August each year. Minimum size 45" x 60” up to 50” x 70”.
  • South County Reading Camp: 1.5 yards single layer no-sew slit tied fleece or crochet edge fleece blankets in fun and colorful patterns or prints.

Approximate Blanket Sizes

  • Newborn (age 0 – 1): 32" to 36” square
  • Baby (age 1 – 2): 34" to 36" square or 32" x 38" to 34" x 40"
  • Toddler (age 2 – 4): 35" x 45"
  • Child (age 5 – 9): 40" x 50" to 45" x 55"
  • Tween (age 10 – 13): 45" x 60" to 50" x 65"
  • Teen (age 14 – 18): 45" x 65" to 50" x 70"

General Information

  • All blankets that are received by Project Linus are inspected, labeled, and packaged for delivery to local agencies and others for the benefit of children in their care. Blankets must come from smoke free homes and if possible washed in scent free detergent before donating them.
  • Please donate completed blankets. Quilts need to be finished: backed, batted, bound, and quilted. Please do not donate unfinished quilt tops. Fleece and flannel backed quilts are accepted!
  • Make sure you cut off selvages before cutting and sewing your fabric, this applies to no-sew fleece blankets as well.
  • Use the no-sew slit-tie pattern found on the Project Linus website. We no longer accept knotted fleece blankets (single or double-layer). Use anti-pill or polar fleece fabric, not plush fleece or minky fabric. It sheds too much when cut and does not work for a no-sew blanket. Plush fleece or minky fabric works well as quilt backing.
  • If you’d like to do a service project making no-sew blankets, please email the Chapter Coordinator before starting your project.
  • Please secure and weave in long ends for crocheted or knitted blankets, at least 8 inches of yarn so the blankets don’t unravel when washed. Blankets must be made of machine washable and dry-able yarns, no wool or wool blends. Tight or closed patterns work best for our needs, no large holes in the patterns please.

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.