DIY Blankets for the Whole Family

It isn’t always to know what someone wants for holiday gifts, even when you know them very well. Interests change, likes and dislikes change – even favorite colors can change from one year to the next.

But one thing that never changes is the human desire for a soft, comforting blanket to snuggle up when the time is right. Whether it is a light blanket to cover bare legs while reading a book or sitting outside on a summer evening, or a heavier crocheted afghan or quilt to cover the bed, most of us know that there is no such thing as too many blankets.

So if you are pressed for gift ideas for some of the folks on your list, try asking them about their favorite colors. Then check out this list of DIY blankets you can make for the whole family and pick something wonderful.

I bet yours will be their favorite gift this year!

 

DIY Blankets For the Whole Family 

1. Santa’s Hat Shop Quilt – Polka Dot Chair

Quilts are the ultimate comfort heirlooms and this seasonal treasure celebrates the beauty and the magic of Santa’s hat. Just follow the simple instructions to make a quilt you’ll love so much, you’ll want to use it all year long!

 

2. How to Make DIY Fleece Blankets – It’s Always Autumn

Fleece blankets are soft, light, warm, comforting, and so easy to make. So easy, in fact, that this blogger shares three awesome ways to make yourself some new blankets. They make great gifts, too!

 

3. Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern – Daisy Cottage Designs

Seasoned crocheters know the speed and simplicity of a lovely granny square blanket. Unlike most granny square blankets, this one is not made of multiple squares attached together, but rather, is one large granny square. Soft and comforting, it makes a great gift for new parents!

 

4. Heart Blanket DIY – A Beautiful Mess

This decorative throw is a fun and easy DIY stamping project. Although the blanket pictured uses hearts, you can make your blanket using any shape you wish. This makes it easy to customize your blanket for the perfect gift!

 

5. DIY Crinkly Tag Blanket For Baby – Little Red Window

The crinkly tag blanket is more of a sensory toy than a blanket, but you could always make it larger if you want. The crinkly sound and little tags make it enticing for tiny hands, since babies find the sound (and chewability) so satisfying!

 

6. DIY Faux Fur Blanket – Studio DIY

Furry fabric is so much fun, especially when made into a cuddly blanket. These easy instructions teach you how to make a snuggly comforting blanket for everyone on your Christmas list. After all, everyone loves a good cuddle!

 

7. Double Gauze Quilted Blanket Tutorial – Polka Dot Chair

If you haven’t worked with Double Gauze before, this project is your golden opportunity. Soft, light, and comforting, this quilted blanket is an attractive and welcome gift for anyone on your list!

 

8. Cable Knit Blanket With Looping Yarn – It’s Always Autumn

Even if you don’t knit, you’ll be amazed at how easy this pattern sounds. And it is even easier to do. You’ll be able to make all kinds of beautiful blankets with this pattern!

 

9. Faux Fur & Flannel Blanket – A Beautiful Mess

The only thing more comforting than flannel is furry fabric. Combine the two for a soft and cuddly blanket that anyone is sure to love. This is the perfect gift for anyone who is hard to shop for.

 

10. DIY Tassel Blanket – Tell Love and Party

This playful blanket is ready to join you for picnics, road trips, and all kind of other fun things. Easy and inexpensive, everyone needs at least one all-purpose blanket – with tassles!

 

11. DIY Christmas Blanket – Southern In Law

If you have a Cricut machine, you’ll love this pattern for a super easy Christmas Blanket. Find the right blanket on sale for the holidays and you can save big bucks while giving a gift that will remind your loved one of Christmas all year long!

 

12. Easy DIY Linen Throw Blanket – Lia Griffith

A light linen blanket is often just enough to provide a touch of warmth and comfort to an otherwise perfect day. It’s so easy to make a light, lovely blanket for all your favorite people, in all their favorite colors!

 

13. Cute and Cozy Cheater Christmas Quilt Tutorial – Polka Dot Chair

If you want to make some Christmas quilts and are short on time, you will love this pattern. This “cheater” pattern makes it seem like you’ve spent hours slaving over this wonderful blanket, even though you didn’t. How can you resist?

 

14. DIY Fringed Flannel Throw – It’s Always Autumn

When you see how easy it is to make this attractive fringed flannel throw, you might be tempted to make one for every couch, chair, and bed in your house. There really is no such thing as too much flannel in your life, after all.

 

15. Ripple Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern – Daisy Cottage Designs

This beautiful crochet pattern is popular for a reason. Not only does it look beautiful, it allows for pretty much any combination of colors you wish to use. This particular pattern is for a baby blanket, but you can adjust the size to make it big enough for anyone on your gift list!