How to sew a blanket for discharge

Discharge from the maternity hospital is an important and very solemn event. Therefore, there can be no trifles in the preparation process. Particular attention is paid to the comfort and beauty of the newborn, because it is he who is considered the hero of the occasion on this day. Bodysuits, undershirts, socks - this is all chosen depending on the season, but the most conservative accessory is an envelope for the discharge of a newborn. Well, in order for the blanket to fit perfectly in all respects, you can sew it yourself.

discharging from maternity hospital — An excellent option for discharge from the hospital is a blanket envelope. Subsequently, it can be used as a blanket in a crib or stroller.

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Hand-made advantages
Materials and fillers
Step-by-step instruction
How to make a bow
How to calculate the amount of material
Drawstrings or zippers?
Winter and summer
DIY plaid
Video: how to sew a blanket for discharge with your own hands
Photo gallery: options for blankets for discharge of a child

Hand-made advantages

First of all, we note that sewing a blanket for discharge is not at all as difficult as it might seem to you at first.

The main advantages of home crafts are:

Selection of fabrics of suitable composition.
Individual choice of colors.
Creation of a perfectly fitting model. After all, you can adjust the blanket (envelope) depending on the height and weight of the baby.
With the help of lace and other decorative elements, you can create a truly exclusive item.

convertible envelope for newborn — The newborn transforming blanket is suitable for both walking and home use.

Materials and fillers

Making a blanket for a newborn with your own hands is possible without super professional tools. The main thing is the right choice of fabric and filler. It is desirable that the material is natural, at least where it comes into contact with the baby's skin.

fillers and materials — During the winter months, a warm blanket will shelter the little body from the cold wind and keep it warm.

Pay special attention to the decor. It is clear that a completely laconic model is not the best option, but an overly decorated blanket is not only ugly, but also dangerous. After all, the sharp corners of buttons or flowers can injure the baby.

decor blankets — Sewing a baby blanket for discharge with your own hands is not as difficult as it might seem.

So, let's move on to the list of required materials:

The fabric is of two types. One canvas will be located on the outside, and the other on the inside. As already noted, the inner layer must be natural, in order to avoid the appearance of allergic reactions and irritations on the skin. The most suitable material is cotton. Despite the fact that cotton fabrics are very crumpled, they surpass all others in their hypoallergenic properties. In addition, cotton is a nice bonus for novice needlewomen, because it is quite easy to work with it: the fabric does not slip and does not stretch. The outer side can be made of satin or silk fabric - it all depends on your wishes and preferences. However, since satin and silk require certain skills, you can make the newborn blanket the same on both sides. Satin and poplin are used more often than other materials.
Sewing elastic and satin ribbons for decoration on the outside.
Lace and ruffles.
Pins and needles for fixing.
Scissors.
Centimeter.
Sewing machine.
Filler (usually a synthetic winterizer).

selection of material — Self-sewing does not require unusual fabrics and tools. The main thing is that the product contains as many natural materials as possible, especially in those places where the fabric is in contact with the skin of the newborn.

Step-by-step instruction

It's no secret that the success of sewing a particular product largely depends on quality tools. Making sure that the scissors are sharp, the needles are comfortable, chalk or pencil are noticeable enough, you will ensure yourself a pleasant and fruitful work.

Cutting out patterns and sewing does not take much time. The main thing is to have good tools and prepare materials in advance so as not to waste time looking for missing parts.

So let's get started.

Let's make a pattern.
Cut out the same squares from the fabric for the outer and inner sides of the blanket, as well as from the padding polyester. They should be 1 cm larger than the planned size of the duvet.
On the cut-out square made of padding polyester, put two fabric squares, folded face-to-face to each other. We sew, leaving a small section free of stitching.
Important: before you start sewing, baste or pin the fabric and synthetic winterizer with pins. In this case, you will get the most straight line.
Turn the blanket inside out and sew a loose section.
In order for the product not to lose its shape and serve as long as possible, sew the blanket so that it looks like a quilt. It is better to lay diagonal lines so that rhombuses remain on the canvas as a result. In this case, the line should be small.

diagonal stitches — To preserve the product in its original form, extend the service life and give additional strength, it is necessary to sew the blanket obliquely with a small seam, while creating the contours of the rhombuses.

How to make a bow

The most common way to decorate a blanket for a newborn is a bow. In this case, you can use a ready-made bow (flower), or make it yourself.

bow on fabric — For a bow, take a wide strip of fabric, measure the middle and bend the edges to it.

So, do it yourself bow:

Cut out two strips 12 cm wide from satin fabric.
We fold the two parts with the front side to each other and sew along the edges. Then we turn it face out.
For the bow itself, take a wide strip of fabric, measure out the middle and bend the edges to the middle.
We sew from above and below, and then turn it out and fill it with holofiber.
To make the "belt" functional, insert an elastic band into the resulting tape, and sew a voluminous bow with holofiber. A "jumper" for a bow can be made from any ribbon or braid. Lace trim looks very impressive.

lace and bow — For decoration on top, you can sew a large bow or a flower from ribbons. The decor from lace, sewn with the upper side of the drawn square, looks beautiful.

How to calculate the amount of material

Each newborn has its own height and weight. Usually the height does not exceed 55 cm, and the weight is rarely more than 3.5 kg. Based on these parameters, you can imagine what size the envelope will be needed.

fabric analysis — It is important to bear in mind that a novice seamstress may not be able to get the first trial copy, so the fabric must be purchased with a margin.

In most cases, it is necessary to sew a blanket for discharge before childbirth, so it is unlikely that it will be possible to accurately guess the size. This means that you can use the existing standards. Usually an envelope for a statement has the following parameters:

140x110;
120x80;
135x110.

blanket size — In the winter envelope, you need to put a warm lining, which, if desired, can be pulled out.

And one more thing, before you start sewing a blanket, try to answer yourself the question: to what age do you plan to use this accessory? And only at first glance this question seems strange. Over time, you will be able to wrap only the legs, for example, in a stroller or sled, and then any additional decor will be clearly superfluous. Some parents prefer to use such an accessory strictly for the intended purpose: they met from the hospital, went to see a doctor a couple of times, and forgot about the envelope. This is also possible, and a maximum of additional details can be used for such a model.

selection of an accessory — To prevent the baby from freezing during the first journey home from the hospital, it is necessary to use not ordinary fabric, but a good, dense insulation.

The season is also important, during which most of the "exploitation" of the envelope falls. If it is winter period, you need to wrap up the baby warmly. And if the baby was born in the summer, just cover it slightly.

warm blanket — You can sew an envelope blanket for a newborn with your own hands in one day, but in order to speed up the process, it is necessary to determine in advance what shape the product will have.

And one more thing: even if you decide to sew a blanket with the dimensions "in reserve", do not overdo it. In a blanket that is too bulky, the baby will also get entangled, and you, believe me, it is very uncomfortable.

large blanket — The child will sleep soundly all the way home if the correct filling is chosen.

Drawstrings or zippers?

In answering this question, the season becomes decisive. The lightning will reliably protect from the wind, which means that for winter, early spring and late autumn, it is better to choose envelopes for discharge from the hospital with a zipper. By the way, this model will also be more convenient for parents - try to straighten or tie a bow with your frozen hands?

And the ties are the perfect choice for summer and warm spring. The main thing is to make sure that the baby's fingers do not fall into the nodules.

baby in a transformer envelope — Putting your baby in an envelope is pretty simple.

Winter and summer

Winter and summer models differ, first of all, in the fabric. Cotton, silk and satin are used for summer blankets. And it is not necessary to insert a synthetic winterizer between the layers of fabric, the baby will start to sweat. In this case, the edges of the fabric are sewn together immediately and around the entire perimeter.

summer envelope — Many people doubt whether they need an envelope for discharge, but doctors unanimously answer that they do. It is not only beautiful, but also a functional thing that protects the baby from the cold, sharp shocks, as well as some aggressive environmental factors.

For winter models, be sure to use a padding polyester or cotton interlayer. And for the inside, you can take fleeced fabrics for additional insulation. And take into account the degree of warmth of the envelope when dressing the baby, otherwise you can "overheat" the baby.

baby in white envelope — The envelope protects the child from both the cold and the sun.

DIY plaid

If your baby was born in a hot summer, then perhaps the best option for him would be a knitted blanket.

knitted plaid — It is not necessary to spend a lot of money to buy a special kit, if you practice, you can do everything yourself without any problems.

This accessory also has many advantages:

It can be used as a beautiful blanket in a crib or in a stroller.
It is convenient to use both for a walk and at home when the baby is sleeping.
If necessary, a soft knitted thing can also be used as a pad between the mattress and the sheet: it will be warmer in winter, and more comfortable and softer in summer.
Knitted blankets often look more impressive and exclusive when you leave the hospital.
When the baby grows up, the knitted blanket will cope with the role of a play mat.

rug — A blanket for discharge can be made with your own hands in various versions depending on your tastes and preferences.

An important point: knitted blankets are made without the use of complex techniques and too textured patterns, which means that even a novice needlewoman can knit it.

Before starting work, decide what your blanket will be: knitted or crocheted. Get the right thread, decide on the pattern and dimensions.

blanket for a newborn — The cotton blanket has one drawback - heavy weight.

If you decide to knit a single piece of fabric, then the line should be long enough. If you prefer a blanket made of separate fragments, then the needles can be any.

Knit plaid — You can knit a blanket, both knitting needles and crocheting.

The thickness of the needles is selected depending on the thickness of the thread.As a rule, there are corresponding recommendations on the description for the threads. In addition, you should take into account the peculiarity of your knitting: someone knits too tightly, and someone, on the contrary, is too loose, and the blanket for a newborn should be of medium density.

White knitted plaid — A snow-white blanket is always a win-win option.

The most commonly used types of yarn are:

100% cotton. This option is ideal for the warm season. However, cotton itself is somewhat harsh, so it is better to choose a thread with the addition of acrylic.
Acrylic. Special yarns for baby clothes are available today, this is indicated on the packaging. The products are very soft and non-irritating.
100% wool. It is more suitable for winter, but such yarn can "bite", which is very undesirable for children's clothes. Therefore, either choose threads with the addition of acrylic, or simply refuse wool. In addition, the child may be allergic to wool fibers.

pink plaid — A blanket for a newborn should be practical and beautiful.

When choosing a drawing, focus on your own preferences. As already mentioned, you should not knit too textured products. The smoother the canvas, the more comfortable the baby will feel.

There is a huge assortment of ready-made blankets available today for discharge. Models are offered for every taste and color. But by making an envelope with your own hands, you will not only save money, but also follow all the stages of creation. This means that the result will be a more practical model suitable for your baby.