How to Make a Fleece Tie Throw
If you want to make a throw, a sweater or a nice fuzzy blanket gift, then sewing a fleece throw is the perfect solution. Polar fleece is also named Polyester fleece. This fabric is really- high quality. It comes in various weights and has the same qualities found in cotton. Fleece is a breathable, moisture fabric. Fleece fibers are known to take all moisture to the outside of the surface, causing it to evaporate while staying dry on the skin itself.
Fleece comes in multiple categories, mainly three types of fleece: Heavy weight, medium and thin also called micro. There are variations of colors and quality available. Anyone can buy all the different varieties from Internet suppliers. Therefore, you can even get extra-creative and make a quilt pattern. It has a smooth cuddly feeling and looks great as a throw blanket over leather couches.
The micro fleece is the thinnest of all fleeces. By looking at it, one can gauge which is the right side and which is not. The smooth, strong side is going to be the correct side. It has a smooth feel to it, almost like a drape, while the fuzzy side is less velvety or smooth. That’s probably why people like using this fabric to make blankets. A lot of newborn babies get these blankets as a present, since it is an extremely breathable and soft fabric.
The Medium weight fleece is used more than any other. It is soft and plush with a slightly fuzzy feel to it. It is great when you want to make a one-layer blanket. It is also available in various colors and fabrics from multi-color to solid deep colors. The less common fleece is the heaviest of them all. It is thick and has a deep knobby texture. It is usually found in solids and has no right or wrong side. The amount of fleece you need is going to be up to you and will depend upon the size of the blanket you want to make. Remember, you can buy this material online and specify the amount you will need. Always buy extra just to be on the safe side. You can always use the extra for throw pillows etc.
Throws that are smooth
Smooth throws provide the simplest way to make a blanket. It may not be as extravagant as the others, but it’s easy and it works. You have to trim the blanket at the edges in order to remove the ragged edges left after sewing.
A simple blanket with fringes
Here is another easy way to make this blanket or throw which has one layer of fleece. Determine how long you want your fringes to be. Then cut off all the excess edges in order to make your fringes the size you want.
Knotted double layer throw
This throw is very cute and may seem harder to make than it really is. A solid color and maybe a floral or a nice design on one side makes it look complicated. Use various knots you have learned in basic sewing 101. Keep in mind that if you knot it perfectly, this won’t come undone even in the washing machine.