Choosing the right size of blanket for your bedding is one of the most important factors when it comes to comfort. So many people make the mistake of choosing the wrong size and find that they have an uncomfortable bed. So how do you know which blanket size is right for you? There are many methods of measuring which blanket is the right size for you. But for best results, it is better to use a combination of both methods. Here are some tips to help you find the size you need.
Make Sure The Bed Is Not Compressed
The first thing you need to do before measuring yourself is to make sure that your bedding is not compressed in any way. For example, do your sheets seem to be getting looser around your body? If so, that means your blanket size may be too big for you. The easiest way to find out is to simply lift the bottom sheet on your bed. You should be able to see the space between the corners of the bottom sheet. If there is any room at all, that means your bedding is either too small or too large for your bed.
Determine The Bed Size
The next step in finding the perfect blanket size for the bed is to determine the actual size of your bed. Of course, you also need to consider the number of people sleeping in your household. If you have more than one person sleeping in your bed, then you may need to purchase two extra blankets. However, if your bed is large enough, then one blanket will be plenty for you.
You can find out the size of your bed by lying down on your bed. Measure from one side of your mattress to another side. This measurement will give you the exact size of bed you need. Now measure from that same point on your bed to the edge of your bed. This will give you the width of the blanket needed. You may need to add a half-inch or so to this measurement, depending on your bed frame.
Tape Measure
If you don’t know the size of your blanket, then you will need to use a tape measure to get the exact measurement. Mark off a piece of string or a scrap of paper, and start measuring. When you have the measurement, compare it with the blanket size you found online. If the numbers are different, then you may need to order a different size blanket.
When you are finally ready to buy your blanket, be sure that you read through the measurements carefully as there are different blanket sizes in inches as well as in centimeters. There may be some areas that you will need to add extra material to make up for a smaller size. It is always best to read through a description to make sure that there is no question as to whether or not a particular blanket will fit into the bed you want it to. If you get the wrong size, then you are going to be unhappy with your purchase. You won’t want to waste all of your hard work putting a blanket together only to find out that it is too small when you get home from work.
If you need help finding the perfect blanket size, visit your local department store. They will likely have a few options for you, as well as an assortment of other blankets that are sized based on your needs. In addition, they should have a place where you can return items that do not fit. This is a great option if you know for sure that the blankets will not be used extensively. Having an extra blanket or two on hand for such occasions is always helpful.
Crochet And Afghan blanket
If you enjoy crocheting a wonderful custom-sized Afghan blanket for the bed, no matter what size, you can usually figure out the perfect blanket size just by following a few simple steps! Total Blanket Size = Mattress length + thickness + tucking. These Afghan blankets are so soft because they are made from the soft feathers found under the skin of geese and ducks.
Some crochet blankets are crocheted flat and others have been crochet in rounds. Some Afghans have been working in rounds from front to back and others have been crocheted flat and then turned to make an upscale square. Total Blanket Size = Round Size of Needle = Round Blanket Size For determination of the perfect blanket size, take your crochet gauge and measure it to your bed’s dimensions. If you are making an afghan, the actual blanket will be slightly larger than the crochet gauge. For a tightly knitted blanket, the crochet gauge is usually quite small.
Double Crochet Method
To determine the perfect blanket size, the most common method is the double crochet or chain stitch method. Many crochet patterns include directions that indicate the ideal blanket size charts for the desired project. However, these charts are usually hard to read once the project has been crocheted. If you cannot see what the chart says, either look at another crochet pattern or decide on a different project. One of the problems with a blanket size chart is that it can sometimes be hard to tell if the blanket that you are working on is the right size even when you are completing a swatch or two from the pattern.
Standard Blanket Dimension
Another common way of measuring the size of the blanket is the “standard” blanket dimension which is based on a standard mattress. A mattress is typically at least ten inches thick, and most often is much thicker. This means that you should know how thick your bed sheet, comforter, or quilt is. A good rule of thumb is that the thickness of your bed sheet should be one-third of the thickness of your mattress. Remember that a comforter should be one-third the thickness of a bedsheet.
To determine which blanket sizes to use, simply divide the actual measurement of your bed into thirds, or quarters. Use the first third to measure the width, and the last third to measure the thickness. These are the two measurements that we need in our double crochet stitches. To get the correct gauge, just add two stitches to each of the two measurements, and you will have the perfect new gauge.
Conclusion
With these simple tips, you should have no trouble getting the perfect size for any blanket. Even the most difficult of projects can be completed successfully by following a basic sizing chart. Double crochet projects, including a blanket, roping, crochet, and other crafts can all be made more effective when the blanket sizes are accurately taken. You may even discover that you can do things more efficiently when you take blanket sizes and other information into consideration. The more accurate you are with your calculations, the faster you will be and the smoother your work will be.