How Much Fabric Is Needed for a Tie Blanket?

Making a tie blanket is among the coziest, easiest, more rewarding DIY feats to embark on. Tie blankets really are wonderful to make for oneself or a friend or for donations. They are even beginner-friendly since no one has to sew.: all you have to need are scissors, a little amount of patience, and, well, some fleece! However, the most commonly asked questions from beginning makers are: How much fabric does one need to make a tie blanket? Let us put everything in nice, snuggly detail.

The Basics About Tie Blankets

Before getting to measurements, let’s quickly touch upon what a tie blanket is. A tie blanket, aka a no-sew blanket, is created by layering two pieces of fleece, cutting strips along the edges, and tying those strips together with knots. The result? A thick double-layered blanket, just as warm as one filled with heartfelt intentions.

Alright, now about fabric- how much and what kind?

Standard Tie Blanket Sizes and Fabric Needed

Fabric requirements primarily depend on how much fabric you want to sew into a blanket. The most common sizes with their fabric requirements are as follows:

1. Baby Blanket (30” x 36”):

•             Fabric Needed: 1 yard for the front + 1 yard for the back.

•             Total: 2 yards of fleece.

Great for baby showers, newborns, or a stroller-sized comfort.

2. Child Blanket (40” x 50”):

•             Fabric Needed: 1.5 yards for each side.

•             Total: 3 yards of fleece.

Too small for toddlers but big enough to sit on the couch with.

3. Adult Throw Blanket (50” x 60”):

•             Fabric Needed: 2 yards per side.

•             Total: 4 yards of fleece.

Most popular size for a living room, dorm room, or car trip.

4. Twin Size Blanket (66” x 90”):

•             Fabric Needed: 2.5–3 yards per side.

•             Total: 5–6 yards of fleece.

For beds or those looking for large cuddling space.

Note: Tie strips cut into the edges usually eat up 4 to 5 inches, so take that into account while measuring your dimensions.

Pro Tip: Buy Fleece Blankets Bulk for Saving

If making any more than one blanket—practice for school, craft for some charity, or maybe gifts for a holiday—it is a really good idea to buy fleece blankets in bulk. You save money per yard anyway, but more so, bulk fleece is scarce when it gets sent cut or in rolls, making for a quick and easy mechanism.

Most vendors give a discount for bulk purchases of fleece, especially when you are buying 10 yards or more. It is a really good trick if you have a classroom project, free-time need, or are doing a charity drive of your own.

Patterns, Prints, or Solids?

Take into consideration the design when calculating how much fabric you really need. Two solids? Actually, maybe a print and a solid? Or a thematic pattern for a birthday, sports team, or holiday?

Some favorite combinations include:

•             Plaid and solids

•             Stars and navy blue

•             Paw prints and red fleece

•             Holiday-related, like big snowflakes on white

One print on one side and one solid on the opposite side usually provides a good contrast in your tie blanket, with ties in an alternating fashion between the two colors.

More Tools You Need (Besides Fabric)

Once you have purchased your fleece blankets in bulk, you will need:

•             A sharp pair of fabric scissors: The dull ones cut uneven ties

•             A ruler or yardstick: To measure consistent tie lengths

•             Masking tape or fabric chalk (optional): For marking cuts

And that’s it! No needles, thread, or machines necessary.

Cutting and Tying the Blanket

A quick refresher course if you are new at it:

1.           Place both fleece layers on top of each other, with the wrong sides facing in.

2.           If the sides are uneven, trim them sharply. This is also the time to remove the selvage.

3.           Cut a square (about 4–5”) from each corner of the fabric. This will make sure the sides line up properly.

4.           Cut strips (approximately 1” wide and 4–5” long) from each of the four edges.

5.           A double knot in each pair of strips secures the blanket.

Within a few hours, you’ll have a nice, fluffy wonder ready to be cuddled.

Fleece Type Matters, Contextual Self-Importance

Things worth considering while buying fleece:

•             Anti-pill Fleece – Resists fuzzing and wears long.

•             Blizzard Fleece – A little lighter and stretchy.

•             Polar Fleece – Thick, plush, and great for a winter throw.

Buying fleece in bulk enables you to experiment with various textures without going broke.

The Bigger, the Better

So, really, how much fabric is used for a tie blanket? Depending upon the size of the throw, it may require anywhere from 2 yards to 6 yards of fabric. When in doubt, it pays to round up; it would be extra fine to have on hand.

And if it’s one for the inmates and likely there may be others, buy them from a reputable fleece blankets bulk supplier. It will save you time, money and will allow you a further degree of freedom to experiment with colors and patterns.

Because in the world of tie blankets, it is never possible to have too much fleece, just too little couch space to lay them all down on.