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BLANKET SPECIFICATIONS
It has always been the mission of Project Linus to donate ONLY handmade blankets, quilts or afghans. Thousands of letters and thank you notes are received every year from children expressing how touched they are that a stranger took the time to make something for them. They really know the difference. Purchased blankets are nice, but handmade blankets are from the heart and therefore must meet the following guidelines:
ALL blankets must be new and handmade. What does this mean? "handmade" or "homemade" is something that is NOT commercially manufactured or purchased (home sewing machines, knitting machines, etc. are fine).
ALL blankets must be new and handmade. What does this mean? "handmade" or "homemade" is something that is NOT commercially manufactured or purchased (home sewing machines, knitting machines, etc. are fine).
| PRINTABLE BLANKET GUIDELINES |
Blankets, like children, come in all sizes.
ALL sizes are approximate and must be this size when COMPLETE
Baby: 36" x 36 " ** Toddler: 35" x 45" ** Child: 45" x 60" ** Teen: 50" x 75"
if we receive anything smaller than 36"x36" we will not use and will give to another organization
ALL sizes are approximate and must be this size when COMPLETE
Baby: 36" x 36 " ** Toddler: 35" x 45" ** Child: 45" x 60" ** Teen: 50" x 75"
if we receive anything smaller than 36"x36" we will not use and will give to another organization
FLEECE - ONLY single layer
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ONLY 3 types accepted - blizzard, polar and anti-pill
Why? These fibers do not pose inhalation hazards for children
Must lay flat when complete
Cut off the selvage edges
Ensure the fringes are uniform length
DO NOT tie fringes together - this creates a bowl shape!
click here for a video
ONLY 3 types accepted - blizzard, polar and anti-pill
Why? These fibers do not pose inhalation hazards for children
Must lay flat when complete
Cut off the selvage edges
Ensure the fringes are uniform length
DO NOT tie fringes together - this creates a bowl shape!
KNITTED / CROCHET
Holes and/or gaps can not be any larger than 1/2 inch in diameter
Why? Gaps any larger may get caught or wrapped around medical equipment
NO wool - we need soft and cuddly material
Pattern can be anything you would like to produce
QUILTS
Can be pieced or whole cloth
Use low loft batting
No wool, upholstery fabric, felt, vinyl, or wool
NO holiday themed fabrics, but any other pattern is acceptable
Can be tied (anchored at least every 4"-6")
The quilting can be simple or complex
FLANNEL BLANKETS
Can be one or two layer but NO holiday theme
Holes and/or gaps can not be any larger than 1/2 inch in diameter
Why? Gaps any larger may get caught or wrapped around medical equipment
NO wool - we need soft and cuddly material
Pattern can be anything you would like to produce
QUILTS
Can be pieced or whole cloth
Use low loft batting
No wool, upholstery fabric, felt, vinyl, or wool
NO holiday themed fabrics, but any other pattern is acceptable
Can be tied (anchored at least every 4"-6")
The quilting can be simple or complex
FLANNEL BLANKETS
Can be one or two layer but NO holiday theme
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
ALL four sides must be finished the same & be machine washable
Use cheerful, child-friendly designs and colors for both boys and girls
NO holiday designs, attachments that could cause a choking hazard
MUST be free of any odors, perfumes and/or tobacco smells
If a blanket is made in a home with a pet, it must be laundered and pet hair removed
Please check the blanket carefully for any left over pins
DO NOT use any fabric that has been stored in a damp area or has a musty smell.
(Mold spores can cause an allergic reaction and can be difficult to remove)
ALL four sides must be finished the same & be machine washable
Use cheerful, child-friendly designs and colors for both boys and girls
NO holiday designs, attachments that could cause a choking hazard
MUST be free of any odors, perfumes and/or tobacco smells
If a blanket is made in a home with a pet, it must be laundered and pet hair removed
Please check the blanket carefully for any left over pins
DO NOT use any fabric that has been stored in a damp area or has a musty smell.
(Mold spores can cause an allergic reaction and can be difficult to remove)
Project Linus - Frederick County Maryland Chapter - 1/20/2020
