Snuggies

[Brian]

On youtube there are several (or perhaps it is just 1?) videos that say
what a stupid idea snuggies (the blanket with arms - http://
www.mysnuggiestore.com/, not the diapers) are.

I got one for Christmas a few years ago, and I disagree, I think it is a
pretty neat idea. I live in Tucson, so I don't need it a whole lot, but
it is still pretty neat.

However, the problem is that it is made of what looks to be a fairly
cheap fleece, and I am kinda worried that if I put it in the washer, I
would get a washer full of blue lint.

I think this relates to quilting because one could make a quilt that is
about 3x5ft (1x1.7m), though I would have to do some measuring to be
sure, and 2 pieces of fleece that are about 18inches by 2 feet (45x60cm),
though again I would have to do some measuring.

Or the truly ambitious I suppose could make 2 small quilts.

I was just wondering if anyone here has ever done this. The reason to
make one is that perhaps a relative or friend has mentioned that they
would like one of these.

Maybe the YouTube videos are right, and they are a stupid idea, but I
happen to disagree.

Brian Christiansen

[Bobbie Sews More]

"Brian" wrote in message news:mvp3vh$o3l$***@dont-email.me...

On youtube there are several (or perhaps it is just 1?) videos that say
what a stupid idea snuggies (the blanket with arms - http://
www.mysnuggiestore.com/, not the diapers) are.

I got one for Christmas a few years ago, and I disagree, I think it is a
pretty neat idea. I live in Tucson, so I don't need it a whole lot, but
it is still pretty neat.
would like one of these.
(snip)

Maybe the YouTube videos are right, and they are a stupid idea, but I
happen to disagree.

Brian Christiansen

A few years ago I thought about making one of these and decided I could just
make an over-sized, pull over, pajama top, but make it extra long, and out
of a good fleece, or two heavy duty beach towels.
You could also make one out of a blanket, whichever you prefer. Then I
decided to just drag a blanket to the couch with me! Guess I just felt
lazy!
Barbara in FL during the winter


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[Brian]

Post by Bobbie Sews More
A few years ago I thought about making one of these and decided I could
just make an over-sized, pull over, pajama top, but make it extra
long, and out of a good fleece, or two heavy duty beach towels.
You could also make one out of a blanket, whichever you prefer. Then I
decided to just drag a blanket to the couch with me! Guess I just felt
lazy!

I suppose if making it for yourself, plans might change, but what if
someone you know got one, and really liked it.

Then they wash it, and ended up with a washer full of blue lint.

Would you make one for them, making probably a nicer design, and showing
how much nicer they are using quality materials?

Brian Christiansen

[Bobbie Sews More]

"Brian" wrote in message news:mvplm5$639$***@dont-email.me...

On Thu, 15 Oct 2015 20:10:41 -0400, Bobbie Sews More wrote:

Barbara wrote (snip)

I suppose if making it for yourself, plans might change, but what if
someone you know got one, and really liked it.

Then they wash it, and ended up with a washer full of blue lint.

Would you make one for them, making probably a nicer design, and showing
how much nicer they are using quality materials?

Brian Christiansen

Then I might try to borrow it for a couple of days and use the old one to
draw up a newspaper pattern to make then a very nice one!
In the past I have purchased after Christmas fleece throws at half price and
made up dog jackets for myself and friends. I think that 2 matching throws
would make a snuggie, Also, I watch for the sales ads for Joann's and get
fleece and flannel for gifts!
Baarbara


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[Bobbie Sews More]

Since you are in Tucson, wash it in cold water on short delicate, and dry
it only about 5 minutes and hang you snuggie over a doorway to finish
drying, and it should be all right.
That is what I would do here in Florida---close to Orlando. It just needs
to be fluffed in the dryer. I've been to Tucson a couple times on vacation
and really enjoyed my stay!
I was visiting my sister whose husband was in the Air Force. We had supper
at Pinical Peak. (sp) I have the bag mounted on a board in my SC kitchen.
Have Fun with your project! There may be a Simplicity pattern in the craft
section and you could look at it and decide.
Barbara in FL for the winter


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