It’s useful to know how to sew a baby blanket for discharge from the maternity hospital

Materials

Materials for making an envelope blanket are selected according to the season. For interior decoration you can use cambric, and for exterior decoration you can use satin. Warm and light padding polyester is most often used as a filler. The thickness of the material can be from 2 to 10 cm. Summer and winter blankets for discharge from the maternity hospital are made with different amounts of filler.

All kinds of ribbons, lace, stitching, or organza can be used as decorative elements. Please note that all materials must be soft and pleasant.

Fleece and velsoft for the inside are suitable when making a blanket envelope for discharge from the maternity hospital in the fall. A beautiful organza base goes well with satin fabric; tatting weaves will look good. If velor is used for the outer layer, it is better to use satin bow ribbons for decoration.

Types of blankets

A knitted blanket for discharge from the maternity hospital in the summer becomes, as they say, a classic of the genre. More and more young mothers and caring grandmothers prefer this option. It is believed that such handmade keeps hands warm and is also exclusive. The variety of yarns available and the huge number of patterns available ensure that there is something perfect for everyone.

Do you prefer a light translucent blanket made of cotton yarn - please! There are a huge number of crocheted patterns at your service!

Or maybe a moderately warm blanket for the off-season would be more suitable for you? Then an acrylic blanket with voluminous braids will be the right choice.

Warm knitted blanket with voluminous braids.

Finally, if you need the warmest option, order a blanket made of natural wool. By the way, in the latter case, the blanket will not necessarily be thick and heavy, because today craftswomen have thin and very warm yarn at their disposal.

Blanket for a newborn “Warm bear”.

If you're more of a traditional choice, then a flannelette blanket is just what you need. Such bedspreads are made of soft cotton material, moderate “looseness”, with double-sided pile. They are breathable, environmentally friendly and have good ability to retain heat. And the most varied designs are available: from traditional checkered patterns to unusual thematic designs.

Although, in fairness, it is worth noting that flannelette blankets are considered an everyday accessory, they are indispensable for walking or using at home, and a children's blanket for discharge from the maternity hospital should be more elegant.

Elegant blankets for the day of discharge are a separate category of things for newborns. They work especially carefully on the design. These can be bedspreads made of silk, satin, with a delicate trim of beautiful lace.

Quilted blankets for newborns are another “uncommon”, but quite popular topic. The top and bottom layers are made of a material that is pleasant to the touch (usually cotton), and a thin filling is placed inside.

Quilted blankets come in winter and summer varieties.

Colors

When boys are discharged from the hospital, the blanket color is often blue, and pink for girls. But an envelope quilt will look good using neutral shades like green, yellow, purple or white. A pure white outer layer will go well with multi-colored lace.

A double-sided baby blanket envelope will look very original if there is white material on the outside and bright multi-colored material on the inside. An original option for interior decoration would be a delicate cotton flannel with painted animals. This material causes pleasant tactile sensations, so a newborn will be very comfortable in such a blanket.

Baby patchwork quilt

By the way, you can first try your hand at sewing a pillow or a small blanket, for example, for dolls or for a newborn baby. Let's look at the basic recommendations and stages of creating a patchwork quilt for beginning craftswomen

A quilted quilt consists of three layers: a top patchwork layer, a middle layer of polyester interlining or batting, and a bottom layer of lining.

Working with color and shape

• Working with fabrics means working with color. Don't forget to choose the colors and motifs of the fabrics so that they go well with your interior. When selecting colors, divide the patches into three gradations: dark, medium and light. Determine your color scheme in advance. Usually when buying patchwork fabrics, especially from American fabrics, there are color markings

• When choosing a pattern for your first quilt, stick to simple large pieces (squares, straight lines)

• Try to choose natural cotton fabric.

Sewing

To make a blanket envelope for discharge from the maternity hospital, you will need a rectangular piece of fabric with a side of 1 m and 1.1 m. The length of the elastic should be about 50 cm.

You will also need the following tools:

• One-piece zipper;
• Sintepon for filler;
• Scissors;
• Pins;
• Threads.

Instead of a zipper, you can use ordinary ties.

Sequencing:

1. First, two rectangular pieces of fabric approximately 85x90 ​​cm are cut out.
2. Fabric is cut from padding polyester. A transformable winter blanket can be made with several layers of filler. The padding polyester is sewn to the outer piece of fabric.
3. The pocket must be cut out in accordance with the chosen pattern. It is necessary to allow a few centimeters at a time so that the length of the sides is about 25 cm.
4. The main elements are connected to each other. If you wish, you can attach a zipper to the baby blanket.

Accessories

You can decorate an envelope blanket when all the elements are sewn into one product. A triangle, preferably made of cambric, is sewn onto one corner of the envelope from the inside, and the cut is carefully covered with a satin ribbon. You can sew some lace around the perimeter of the corner being processed, the edges of which are also covered with satin.

For decoration you can use the following elements:

• Ruffles;
• Bows;
• Satin ribbons;
• Bias tape;
• Braid;
• Beads;
• Applications;
• Embroidery.

You can sew a small pocket onto the blanket.

Let's start making

The blanket will be 100*100 in size.

For work you will need the following material:

• fabric color suitable for you;
• threads to match the color of the material, since we have a blanket for a girl, we take white and pink threads;
• pins;
• sewing machine.

We make a blank on paper, size 20*20.

For this size we need 25 squares, distribute the quantity of each type of fabric.

Add 1.5 cm allowance to the main size; do not cut exactly along the line.

We smooth out our squares symmetrically to form an overall picture of the future duvet cover.

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Now we sew each row vertically one by one.

This technique is capricious in detail, be careful and careful, any inaccuracy will ruin the entire future appearance of the product.

We fasten the squares together exactly along the lines.

And sew exactly along the line.

Iron from the inside, as you see in the photo, so that the lines do not stretch.

Now we sew all the squares.

Here we have a solid part of our future blanket.

Uneven edges must be corrected later.

Our interior is made of fleece. It is necessary to take 5 cm more material than the upper part. Iron the fabric well and straighten it on a flat surface. We evenly distribute the stitched shreds on top.

At this stage, it is necessary to carefully pin the two parts together so that the fabric does not move during stitching.

We sew each square 1-2 mm from the line, as shown in the photo.

After we have sewn all the squares, we trim and trim the edges.

We cut out 4 strips 110*5 cm long. We make markings on the strips themselves, 9 cm in the middle and 2 along the edges.

Iron one strip of 2 cm inward.

We pin the strip to the blanket with needles and sew it on.

On the inside, the trim must be basted with a needle; we turn the strip inside out in the same way, only 2 mm more than on top.

Now you can sew it with a machine.

Steam the temporary threads. And at the back you get this line.

Well, our blanket is ready.

Good for summer or spring.

Winter envelope

For the winter, parents often choose not an ordinary envelope for their newborns when they are discharged from the hospital, but a whole bag - a product like a jumpsuit with sleeves and a hood. In frosty weather, it will be convenient for an infant to sleep in a cradle or stroller while walking.

To make a blanket blanket for discharge from the maternity hospital in winter, you will have to work hard. Often such products are sewn together from three layers. The choice of fabrics should be approached as carefully as possible:

1. The top layer should be warm and not allow moisture and wind to pass through. The best option for a transformable winter blanket is raincoat fabric. But in some cases it is better to choose denim, hem, tweed, etc.
2. You can also use sheepskin as insulation, but before using such material you need to make sure that your baby is not allergic to it.
3. The bottom layer must be made of high-quality natural material that is highly breathable, absorbs moisture, and does not become electrified.

In addition to sewing accessories, you will need for sewing:

• Clasp;
• Elastic bands for sleeves;
• Drawstring for the hood;
• Decorative elements.

Sequencing:

• The pattern should be drawn on paper;
• The components of the blanket for the envelope for discharge from the maternity hospital are cut out taking into account small seam allowances;
• All layers of the future product are carefully ground off;
• An elastic band is sewn onto the sleeves, and the side seams of the blanket are also sewn down;
• The hood is sewn and attached to the overalls;
• You need to insert a small cord into the finished facing in the hood;
• A zipper is attached to the envelope shelf; the finished product can be decorated to suit your taste.

Thanks to such envelopes, a sleeping place for a child can be organized without much difficulty.

Transformable blanket

Some mothers prefer a transformable blanket. This solution can be called the most successful and practical; the design feature makes it possible to use the product until the baby grows up. The color is chosen to suit your taste, and the fabric needs to be soft, natural, and not irritating to the newborn’s skin. For winter or demi-season products, flannel or cotton is more suitable.

For summer options, a combination product made of knitwear, cambric or silk is most suitable. You also need to decide on decorative elements. When moms are trying to decorate things for their newborn babies, it's important not to overdo it. Decorative elements should still be appropriate.

Knitting patterns

Knitted envelopes for newborns with a pattern

Various knitting patterns can be found on the Internet or in magazines. Experienced craftswomen are able to come up with them themselves.

Knitting fabric

Beginners need to choose the simplest schemes. It is good to use the “Putanka” pattern for knitting with woolen threads, where the front and back loops alternate:

Pattern pattern "Putanka"

1. Cast on the calculated number of loops;
2. Several rows are knitted using garter stitch (knit stitches);
3. To maintain a strip of equal width around the entire perimeter of the product, you must first knit as many knit stitches as there are rows of garter stitch. Then move on to the “Putanka”, alternating knit and purl loops, and finish again with the same number of knit stitches;
4. Continue until the blanket reaches the desired size, using garter stitch again for the last few rows.

The simple pattern below is for knitting a plush blanket for a newborn with your own hands.

Pattern for a plush blanket

Instructions

The important steps in creating a knitted blanket for a child with your own hands are the first (set of loops) and the last (closing).

Start knitting

Description of the sequence of actions when casting on loops:

1. You need to start not from the end of the thread, but by unwinding a small section (at the rate of 40 cm for approximately 15-20 loops);
2. Hold the closed knitting needles in your right hand, the thread in your left;
3. Wrap the index finger of your left hand with the working thread, and hold it with the other fingers of your half-open palm so that it can move freely.

Next proceed according to the scheme shown in the figure.

Set of loops for knitting needles

After casting on the required number of stitches, pull out one knitting needle.

Final stage

The loops are closed according to the following scheme.

Closing the loops

When the work is completed, the ends of the thread are sealed.

Pattern options

For children's blankets, simple, repeating patterns are suitable, the elements of which will not be large.

Several possible schemes:

1. Diamonds;

Diagram of the "Rhombus" pattern

1. Network;

Scheme of the Braided pattern

1. Braids.

Scheme of the “Pigtails” pattern

You can knit not only plain blankets: traditionally blue for boys, pink for girls, but also colored ones. For example, make multi-colored squares with different patterns, and then sew them together.

Blanket of colored squares

Plaid decoration

You can add decorative elements to knitted blankets for newborns. This should be done after washing and drying the finished product. Ribbons, lace and other materials are used for decoration. They need to be sewn on using monofilament thread due to its exceptional strength. Otherwise, the decorative elements may partially come off, and the blanket will lose its elegant appearance.

Decorated plaid

Knitted blankets for babies are good because they can serve several children and become a real family treasure. They will not only decorate the stroller, but will also be a useful thing for the child.

Types of blankets for newborns

Let's consider several types of blankets for discharge from the maternity hospital:

• A regular square blanket can also be used when a child is being discharged from the hospital. The summer and winter versions are made from different natural materials. There is nothing complicated in making such a blanket, you just need to choose the size and make a few seams using a special machine;
• Patchwork or patchwork quilt allows you to realize many creative ideas. Every mother will be able to use her imagination when making such a blanket. In cold weather, insulation is added between the inner and outer layers;
• The envelope blanket for discharge from the maternity hospital can be knitted or crocheted. If you weave a thin satin ribbon around the edges, you will get a very beautiful product.

Each needlewoman will be able to choose her own version of the blanket for the newborn’s discharge from the hospital to suit her taste.

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