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you want to make, mark a straight diagonal line from corner to corner, stitch on that line and then every 1/2 inch from there on out, when done cut the top 3 layers - don't cut the bottom one, bind it - then throw in the washer and dryer and when it comes out it looks like chenille and is so cuddly and soft. I use a pretty print on the bottom and anything else on top. It's so easy and so cute, made a matching pillow for a set. Wheee
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So are u going to post it - i'm online and waiting hahaha. I think i understand what u are saying and further thought says it does make sense (my brain not yours) hahaha so no need for any designs embroidery just a cute fabric? - Blackie
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Cutie #8325825
12 Aug 2008
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HUH?
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See the above explanation and see if it helps. If not I will try again.:o)
Ok maybe the below explanation it moves around.
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Uh I want touch -internet!
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So true!
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shirlener88
12 Aug 2008
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OK Karen - I need to see a picture - I think I follow - but would love a picture, as usual. Hehehe! Thanks!
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These are very nice. Chenile is done with regular straight stitching.No embroidery designs, Sorry. With rows of stitching 1/2 inch apart it will look like straight Trapunto before cutting. It can be done horizontal, Veritcal or diagnal, the best part is that you can use cheep flannel for the top 3 layers. The more it frays the better. After all of the rows are stitched then you can cut the top three layers in between the rows of stitching. Wash and dry to fray. Be prepared for a mess in the W/D. this is similar to raggy quilts.
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I have a friend that made a vest that way. It is really nice looking.
They are beautiful.
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stitchship
12 Aug 2008
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I would love to see pictures!
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Maybe her friend will post too
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Sounds really cute,and I too would luv to see pictures of it. *4u
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Thanks for your instructions. I have never made a blanket but I think I might manage to do this one. I will give it a try. I have some flannel that needs a project.
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This would be a good one
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I have done this in cottons for a bag. The bottom layer a fairly heavy curtain fabric. Even bought a special roller blade for chenille. Was told to always stitch on the bias lines, in other words diagonally if you cut the material on the straight, because in doing so the fringes are nicer.Have seen some instructions on the internet as well. Have a look if I can find it again, I'm sure it was on some quilter's site.
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Thanks for sharing the instructions with us. I do not do quilting - but this I will try. Sounds like it would feel "yummy". *4U Sue
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marjialexa
12 Aug 2008
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Hey, great idea! I know you can get some cheapy-cheap flannel at Wal-Mart. I never got it because it's such a loose weave, but that would make it fray & fluff up all the more, right? They do have some neat ice-creamy colors, one layer of each, and the better quality flannel for the bottom piece. Do you cut each row with the scissors, or somehow fold it & use the rotary cutter? I'd be afraid to end up with "blanket slices", hee hee hee. Thanks again, luv ya, Marji
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dlonnahawkins
13 Aug 2008
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Good idea - now did you post a picture? Now, did you do this all in one piece - or was it done in blocks?
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wow. That is way to much for me, maybe I am just not smarter than a 1st grader. sight...
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I did't get it all either,need to see it for it to click, *4u
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This is a super, easy sounding blanket to make. Wouldn't it look good 4 christmas if done n christmas colors? thanks *4U
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Thanks for sharing this idea, is a picure in the projects possible???
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a picture would be nice. sounds like I could do it. but picture would help us.