LacyJ

I have never made a blanket before. I would like to set my goal on a pretty easy pattern. If anyone can help that would be great! I have machine washable satin for the back and two different patterned cotton for front. Any tips on sewing the blocks together or anything a beginner just wouldn't know would be great. Thanks

dakotamaid

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irishrose

Is this meant for the baby's bed or to carry her in? Satin is very slippery. It won't stay on the baby in the bed and I sure wouldn't carry a baby in a satin blanket. Sorry to be a wet blanket, but I've been there.

LivelyLady

I agree. Satin is too slippery. Flannel always seems to be favorite of all young moms and it sews much easier than satin.

grann of 6

It also wouldn't hold up over the number of washings a baby blanket would get. I would go with flannel.

fmd36

I am currently making my first one and I chose to do a rag quilt. It will be for tummy time on the floor. I must confess it got away from me and it is 9 rows of 6 inch flannel blocks sewn together as 5 inch blocks...I think I bit off a bit too much, but I will just finish it up the best I can. DD will understand...I hope. She is a great hand quilter but very forgiving.