Blanket Guidelines
We ONLY accept blankets made with NEW, CLEAN, AND WASHABLE materials in infant, child or teen friendly colors. We accept blankets that are crocheted, quilted, knitted, fleece blankets, or a tied comforter. Remember these blankets are meant to be colorful, cheerful, and cuddly. We require that every item donated be totally new.
- Please sew in smoke-free, pet hair free environments, or thoroughly wash the blanket before donating it.
- Please use new materials to make a Project Linus blanket. The older the fabric is, the more fragile the fibers become and will break down and tear with each washing.
Note: Blankets that smell of smoke or strong chemicals, or have pet hair on them, or are musty-smelling cannot be accepted as they may produce severe allergic reactions in the children. Rarely, we have had to deem a blanket unacceptable. These blankets are then donated to other charities.
Approximate sizes: (measurements need not be exact)
- Baby blankets: 30” x 36” (minimum size)
- Children's blankets: 42” x 60
- Teen's blankets: 45” x 72” (maximum size)
Suggested materials:
- 100% cotton fabric
- flannel
- polar fleece
- acrylic yarn
Unsuitable materials:
- denim, tapestry, polyester double knit, felt, vinyl, wool, corduroy, burlap
- wool yarn ...
- materials that aren't cuddly & soft
- used, soiled or old materials
Important Reminders:
- Batting in quilts should be securely sewn into outer seams.
- If the blanket is tied, anchor it every 4-6 inches and cut ties to 1 inch or less in length. Do not use yarn for tying, it works its way out of the quilt. We suggest embroidery floss.
- Do not attach buttons or similar decorative items to blankets, they can be choking hazards for children.
- Please be sure to COMPLETE the construction of your blanket.
- Please remove all pins before turning in your blanket -check, double check and triple check it please. It's better you find that pin and not the child who receives your blanket.