DIY blanket for discharge, how to sew a winter discharge envelope for a newborn

Do you want to sew a beautiful and comfortable envelope for a newborn? You can use the ideas from the article.

The envelope is essentially the first clothing of a newborn baby. In it, the baby is taken from the maternity hospital and taken for its first walks. By wrapping the body like a cocoon, the envelope creates coziness similar to that of the baby when he was still in his mother’s tummy.

Despite the fact that there are ready-made envelopes for newborns on sale, more and more mothers are deciding to sew this product with their own hands, and they have reasons for this. Thanks to patterns and step-by-step master classes, even a woman who has never sewed before will be able to create a discharge, summer and winter envelope.

Summer version of the envelope for discharge with your own hands, diagram

It is necessary to start with the fact that for a baby born in late spring or summer, an envelope is not always a necessary thing. After all, during a walk he will be covered with a maximum of a thin calico or cotton diaper.

But! And in the summer there may be a few bad weather days. During these times, the baby will feel more comfortable if he is wrapped in a cozy envelope.

Choosing an envelope depending on the gender of the child

Envelope for children - the pattern is selected not only according to the time of year, material, but also according to the gender of the child. If you believe the signs, then an envelope that is correctly selected for a boy and a girl will help them develop faster and get on the right path. Otherwise, the boy will be feminine and the girl will be masculine.

For girl

The fabric should be either white or in warm, light, pastel colors. It can be peach, soft pink, caramel, purple, lilac, coral, yellow and so on. It is fashionable to decorate with lace, sparkles, and rhinestones. At the bottom of the envelope, as a rule, they tie it with two pink ribbons, so that it is immediately clear that it is a girl. You can also decorate with different stickers and bows.

Beautiful - for my dear baby

This season there is a fashion for children's envelopes with stickers and sewn-on designs. For a girl it can be angels, the sun, flowers, butterflies, princesses, hearts.

Stores sell craft kits and decorations. The master can suggest how best to decorate this particular envelope.

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For boy

The boy is the future man, the head of the family. He must be strong, courageous, resilient, smart and rich. His envelope should be in cool colors, mainly blue, light blue, dark purple or white, a standard color. You can decorate it with different designs in the form of cars, boats, tanks, balls and so on.

To ensure that everything is always good financially in a child’s life, relatives or parents put money in the hood.

For a boy

There is also a tradition that a seal cut from the extract is placed in an envelope created for a boy or a girl. You can also put a tag that indicates the date, name, height, weight and everything else.

How to sew a winter envelope for discharge with your own hands?

For the winter, parents usually choose not just an envelope for their baby, but a bag - overalls with a hood and sleeves. In this, even in cold weather, your baby will be able to comfortably and warmly sleep in a cradle or ride in a stroller.

Pattern of a winter envelope - bag.

Sewing items for winter is more labor-intensive. The envelope for a newborn is usually three-layered. Fabrics are chosen more carefully. So:

The top layer should be warm, preferably waterproof and windproof. Usually this is raincoat fabric. But sometimes fur, tweed, denim, hemlock, etc. are chosen
The middle layer is insulation. Sheepskin envelopes are prized. But some children may be allergic to this material. Modern mothers prefer padding polyester, holofiber and other synthetic fillers
The bottom layer is breathable, hygroscopic, non-electrostatic, always natural. Usually it is fleece, cotton or jersey

In addition to sewing supplies, to sew a winter envelope like the pattern below you need:

materials for the outer and inner layers, insulation - 120 cm by 150 cm
zipper fastener
elastic bands for sleeves
drawstring for hood
appliques, other decor as desired

The pattern is transferred to paper
The details of the envelope - overalls are cut out (with seam allowances)
The layers of the product are ground off
Sleeves are sewn down and sewn into products
Sleeves are complemented by elastic
The side seams of the envelope are sewn down
The hood is gathered and attached to the overalls
A cord with a drawstring is inserted into the completed facing in the hood
A zipper is attached to the envelope shelf
The finished product is decorated

Ready-made winter envelope - bag.

Preparing for sewing

Sewing an envelope for a baby with your own hands brings special pleasure. By choosing the right materials and armed with interesting patterns, you can create a unique thing that is filled with the love of a mother for her child.

How to choose a size

Manufacturers usually produce discharge envelopes in several sizes, which mainly differ in the weight of the baby. There are three options: 2.8-3.3 kg, 3.3-3.5 kg and 3.5-5 kg. When sewing with your own hands, experienced seamstresses recommend that mothers stick to the following size:

length – 75-100 cm;
width – 84-100 cm;
when folded – 45-50 cm.

For a winter envelope, warm and dense materials are selected that will protect the baby from the cold

Features of different fabrics

Sewing winter envelopes involves choosing the appropriate fabric for the outer and inner parts. In the first case, it is preferable to use plush, grass, fleece or faux fur.

Some young mothers prefer satin, which makes the product more festive.

All of these fabrics are valued for their high heat-saving characteristics and lightness. When sewing the inside of an envelope, preference is given to flannel - a safe hypoallergenic fabric.

What other materials will you need?

In the craft box you need to find:

graph paper;
sharp scissors;
needles (different sizes);
pins with colored bead heads;
chalk (for marking the boundaries of the pattern);
threads (to match the material).

Types of envelopes

Before you start sewing, you need to decide on a model, which depends on the season and the woman’s sewing skills. There are only four types:

Blanket. A canvas made of a beautiful material (for example, satin), when handled correctly, turns into a warm envelope. By wrapping your baby in it and tying it with a ribbon, you can get an inexpensive and functional children's attribute.
Bag. The design of the envelope includes zippers on the sides, which makes access to the baby easier.
Cocoon. Visually it resembles the previous option, but it has places for baby’s hands.
Transformer. The envelope is made as a jumpsuit, which has many zippers and rivets. In addition, there are options that turn into a blanket, which is very convenient when walking or visiting a doctor.

Many mothers believe that a transforming envelope is the ideal option, as they can easily turn into a blanket or mattress

How to make a transforming envelope for discharge with your own hands? Patterns and sizes

The envelope, which folds out into a blanket, is very convenient and practical. With its help, you can organize a sleeping place for your baby anywhere.

It is simply sewn. You need to prepare:

Fabric – 2 or 3 layers depending on the season. You will need squares of 1.1 m by 1.1 m for the main product and 50 cm by 30 cm for the pocket
Fasteners - zippers. You need two of them. The first, measuring 50 cm, will connect the front of the envelope. The second, 30 cm, will be sewn on top. When buttoned, it will form a hood.
Elastic band – 50 cm, drawstring
Decor – ribbons, lace, organza, appliques, etc.

Pattern of an envelope - a blanket.

The pattern is transferred to paper and cut out
The details of the envelope are cut out - blankets from all layers of fabric
The pocket is stitched down. You can decorate it as you wish. A 2 cm seam is prepared under the elastic band. An elastic band with a drawstring is inserted
The layers of the blanket are connected so that they do not crumple
A pocket is attached to the blanket
A 50 cm zipper is sewn to the sides of the blanket, which will form the envelope shelf.
A 30 cm zipper is sewn with the edge from the middle of the top of the blanket
The decor of the transformable envelope is being produced

The finished envelope is a blanket.

We correctly determine the envelope model

An envelope is essentially a baby's first clothing. In it, the baby is taken from the maternity hospital and taken for walks. Thanks to patterns and step-by-step master classes, even a woman who has never done sewing before will be able to create a summer or winter envelope blanket. The main thing is desire and creative inspiration.

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General rules

In order to properly make a blanket envelope for discharge with your own hands, you need to understand the basic requirements that apply to the product:

Naturalness. Materials must be only natural and hypoallergenic.
Comfort. The fabric should be pleasant to the touch. In addition, the fabric must retain heat well and not emit toxic substances.
Seasonality. It is necessary to select the material depending on the time of year and purpose. For summer models, dense fabric is sufficient, for example, embroidered or embossed cambric. For winter models you will need velor, fleece and multi-layer insulation.
Convenience. The product must match the size of the baby. The child should feel comfortable in the envelope, but not cramped. The seams on the product must be carefully processed.
Safety. Decorative decorations - ribbons, ribbons, fringe - should not create discomfort for the child.
Functionality and beauty. If the envelope is intended for discharge, then it is necessary to decorate it in such a way that the first clothes are elegant and festive. If you are planning outdoor walks with this blanket, then it makes sense to provide a pocket for a mattress on the back side.

Important! When preparing for an upcoming event in your life, do not miss important moments. Find out more and at the same time check if you have forgotten anything from our articles:
When to pack your bag for the maternity hospital?
What things does a newborn need?

Adviсe:

An envelope for a child is intended from birth until 9-12 months, so you will need not one envelope, but at least 3: for discharge, a summer and a winter version. In summer and spring you can use one envelope or corner.

Important! You can save a little and sew temporary decorations onto the elegant discharge envelope, which can then be easily removed. In this case, your model will look appropriate both on discharge and on weekdays.

Since there are a lot of envelope models (universal, bags with and without sleeves, with a hard back), you should choose the model that corresponds to the purpose chosen for it.

Important! We recommend choosing a transforming model as the most convenient of all available ones, since when visiting, for example, a clinic, the envelope can easily be turned into a blanket or mattress, and then vice versa.

If you have the makings of a seamstress, then you can make a pattern for the envelope yourself or download the pattern on the Internet, where you can now find a lot of MKS photos and videos. But if you have never sewn before, then choose a simpler model option.

Important! As a rule, a blanket for discharge is made in the shape of a square. The size of the finished product is usually 75-100 cm in length, 85-100 cm in width (unfolded) and 45-50 cm (folded).

How to decorate the discharge envelope with your own hands?

Applications for an envelope.
To decorate a baby envelope you can use:

ruffles
bows
satin ribbons
bias tape
braid
beads
appliqués
embroidery
other

Bows on an envelope for a girl.

Bows for an envelope for a boy.

DIY envelope for a girl

Envelopes for newborn princesses are delicate and elegant. According to tradition, they can be pink. But you can choose any other color. Here are some ideas for inspiration.

Pink envelope for a girl with lace.

Delicate envelope for discharge.

Envelope for a girl with original decor.

Envelope for a newborn princess.

Envelope for a girl with Mini Mouse.

Mint envelope for a girl.

Patchwork discharge envelope.

Video material

Today we told you how to sew a blanket for newborn princesses and princes. The options for delicate, elegant envelopes with original decor described above will not only delight everyone around them with their beauty, but also warm the little inhabitants of planet Earth with the warmth of mother’s hands.

DIY envelope for a boy

Here are examples of cute envelopes for newborn boys. By the way, not all of them are blue.

Classic blue envelope for a boy.

A hand-sewn warm blanket envelope for a boy.

Envelope for the little gentleman.

A funny envelope with cars.

Envelope with stars.

Winter envelope for a newborn boy.

Original and beautiful do-it-yourself envelopes for discharge, photo

The set includes an envelope and an original hat for a newborn.

Summer discharge envelope.

Envelope - a blanket with a drawstring for a girl.

Winter discharge envelope.

Summer envelope for newborn discharge.

Envelope with ruffles.

Fur envelope.

Envelope with a cap.