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Step 2Measure twice, cut once. Ok, twice.
The first thing you'll want to do is even up the cut edge of the fleece. If you're using blankets, this part is done for you! If not, the easiest thing to do is align the selvage edge (the long side) with the edge of a table and align the cut edge with the perpendicular edge of the table. This is your straight edge guide, so trim away! Repeat on opposite end.
Now check out the diagram I drew up of how you're going to cut down your fabric. This should give you a good overall idea of what the next few steps will entail.
Next, measure up 24" (61cm) from the newly cut edge and mark a line across the fabric. This is where you'll cut to make the sleeves.
Fold the newly cut 24" (61cm) long piece in half lengthwise and cut along the fold to make two rectangles for your sleeves. No, rectangle isn't the traditional shape for a sleeve, but I'm trying to make this easy here, and frankly, I ended up enjoying my rectangular sleeves!
Now check out the diagram I drew up of how you're going to cut down your fabric. This should give you a good overall idea of what the next few steps will entail.
Next, measure up 24" (61cm) from the newly cut edge and mark a line across the fabric. This is where you'll cut to make the sleeves.
Fold the newly cut 24" (61cm) long piece in half lengthwise and cut along the fold to make two rectangles for your sleeves. No, rectangle isn't the traditional shape for a sleeve, but I'm trying to make this easy here, and frankly, I ended up enjoying my rectangular sleeves!
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(those darn fabric store workers!!) :)