How to make a DIY Tag Blanket

I’ve had babies on the brain lately.

Don’t get too excited; I’m not having a baby (yet) but I have been to several baby showers and got to meet my brand new nephew last month. So I’ve done several sweet little baby DIYs recently. I used up scrap wood and made a custom wood sign for my nephew. I also did a DIY tag blanket for our friends from church. I made this exact blanket over two years ago for some friends and their little girl loved it. This is a simple sewing project that makes for a great DIY baby shower gift!

How to make a DIY Tag Blanket

Step 1:

Cut two squares from coordinating fabrics. You can do any size you like, but I usually make them about 15 inches.

Step 2:

Cut the ribbon into 4 inch sections, fold them and pin them around the perimeter of one of the squares of fabric. Make sure you pin it to the PRINT side of the fabric. Since I was using Minky, I made sure the bumps were on the side with the ribbons.

Step 3:

After you’ve pinned your ribbons, add the second square fabric on top of the first square with the ribbons. Pin it into place then sew around the perimeter, leaving a 2 inch gap. Make sure the print sides are facing each other!

Step 4:

After you’ve sewed the two pieces together, turn the DIY tag blanket right sides out by pushing it through the small hole you left. Then sew the hole shut.

Step 5:

I also like to run another stitch around the perimeter so it gives the blankey a nice finished look!

Babies love this soft blanket, with it’s bright colors and different textures on the ribbons. Make one next time you need a baby shower gift idea!