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13 DIY Warm Winter Blankets To Keep Away The Winter Chill

13 DIY Warm Winter Blankets To Keep Away The Winter Chill

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Looking for some DIY warm winter blankets? Sweaters are probably still getting their way to keep the cold at bay, but any day from now you will need more than just a sweater.

Whether you want an easy afternoon project or a progressing one, here are 15 fabulously cozy DIY warm winter blankets to help you fight the winter chill!

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13 Fabulously Cozy DIY Warm Winter Blankets

1. DIY Mermaid Tail Blanket

isolated close up shot of a soft fluffy woollen knitted mermaid tail lap blanket | warm blankets

Fill your fantasies and relive your childhood memories with this easy DIY mermaid tail blanket. It looks complicated, but don’t be fooled by the looks alone. It’s a lot easier than you think.

2. DIY Chunky and Cozy Blanket

This DIY chunky and cozy blanket offers the warmest and coziest blanket ever. It’s a massive blanket that requires large strands of wool roving and knitting.

Worry not, because even if you’re not a skilled knitter, it’s a simple skill to learn. And once you’re finished, you’ll have a chunky and cozy blanket to keep the whole family warm. Imagine the fun if all of you fit in one blanket!

3. DIY Cozy Chevron Minky Throw

DIY Cozy Chevron Minky Throw | warm blankets
Photo by Living Well Spending Less

This DIY cozy chevron minky throw will not just simply keep you warm, it will also add a bit of style. The chevron pattern leaves plenty of room to get stylish.

4. Repurposed Receiving Blankets to DIY Winter Blanket

Repurposed Receiving Blankets To DIY Winter Blanket | Repurposed Receiving Blankets To DIY Winter Blanket | warm blankets
Photo by Cutesy Crafts

If you got children that are now all grown-up and I’m guessing you got received plenty of receiving blankets that have been left unused for years.

Now you already have a perfect project for them, repurposed receiving blankets to DIY winter blankets. An inexpensive hack to keep you warm!

5. DIY Fleece Blankets

DIY Fleece Blankets | warm winter blankets
Photo by It’s Always Autumn

I find the creator of this DIY fleece blankets absolutely creative. She shared 3 easy, fast, and cute methods to create fleece blankets. Each method can only take at least 30 minutes and you’ll have a more grown-up and sophisticated blanket. So, what are you waiting for?

6. Double Layered No-Sew Braided Fleece Blanket

Double Layered No-Sew Braided Fleece Blanket | warm winter blankets
Photo by Pieces by Polly

Not just one but two to keep toasty! This double layered no-sew braided fleece blanket is pure work of the hands. Can’t wait to get my hands on it.

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7. DIY Patchwork No-sew Fleece Blanket

DIY Patchwork No-sew Fleece Blanket | heavy winter blankets
Photo by Powerful Mothering

This involves lots of work for your scissors but at least no-sewing. What I love with this DIY patchwork no-sew fleece blanket is you get to play with the colors. Pick your favorites and enjoy!

8. Repurposed Sweater Blanket

Repurposed Sweater Blanket | thick heavy blankets
Photo by Mother Earth Living

Check everybody’s closet in your household, I bet they’ve got a hated or outgrown sweater lying there somewhere. Collect those to make this repurpose sweater blanket.

9. No-Sew Fringe Blanket

No-Sew Fringe Blanket | lightweight warm blanket
Photo by Makezine

If you’ve got the comfy fleece blanket that needs a little upgrading, get some colored yarn to match your fleece and include a joyful fringe around the whole blanket, and in no time you’ve got a whole new beautiful no-sew fringe blanket.

10. Hogwarts House Scarves Blanket

Hogwarts House Scarves Blanket | lightweight warm blanket
Photo by 5 Little Monsters

Harry Potter fanatics rejoice! This Hogwarts house scarves blanket will surely bring you back to the self-indulging memories of Hogwarts house rivalries.

11. Mod Heirloom Crochet Blanket

Mod Heirloom Crochet Blanket | wool blanket
Photo by Mama in a Stitch

Want to have the elegance of winter? This mod heirloom crochet blanket will give you that! With shades of gray and white, these two colors signify winter’s beautiful elegance.

12. DIY Wavy Blanket

DIY Wavy Blanket | wool blanket
Photo by Hobby Crochet Knitting

An ocean-inspired blanket that will surely remind you of the warmth of summer sunshine but will also remind you of the winter’s beauty. If you love both seasons, this DIY wavy blanket could be your lovely DIY winter project.

13. Upholstery Fabric Throw Blanket

Upholstery Fabric Throw Blanket |
Photo by In My Own Style

Bring the color of spring to your winter nights with this unique blanket with classic patterns.

Want to see how to make a no-sew fleece blanket? Check out this video from Sweet Red Poppy:

It’s the wonderful comfy time of the year my fellow homesteaders, to snuggle up under your favorite warm winter blankets, sipping your precious warm and cozy winter drinks.

Pick one or two from these DIY warm winter blankets and start making them now to ensure you won’t be sorry when winter chill arrives!

Which DIY winter warm blanket will you make? I’m excited to know! Let me know in the comments below.

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