Relevant offers When I first put together this tutorial I lamented not having thought to do this when pregnant with my sons. I guess the universe was listening in on my inner conversation because just a few days later I discovered I was indeed pregnant with baby number three. This, I think, is a wonderfully basic project that ticks the practical and budget-friendly boxes and frankly it appeals to that part of me that is desperately trying to nest. Need I also point out that this makes a great gift? It's something that a new parent would most definitely use, it's easily chucked in the wash and of course it's made by you. Even better it has more than one use - swaddle little ones in in, lie babies on it, tuck them up in a pram in it. Perfect! For a beginner, allow about 90 minutes to two hours from start to finish. To make this snuggly baby blanket you will need: Tissue paper or any paper suitable for making a pattern Dressmaking chalk or pencil Measuring tape or ruler 1 square metre of plain jersey cotton in a colour of your choice 1 square metre of contrasting jersey cotton in a pattern of your choice Just over 4m of bias binding, also in a colour of your choice 40cm of ribbon to match your other chosen bits A sewing machine and white or matching thread Fabric scissors or pinking shears Pins STEP ONE This is the trickiest step