Magic blanket binding/Baby blankets

I came across a tutorial on the blog Family, Fabric, and Fun for magic blanket binding. With this method, the front piece is cut smaller than the back, and the extra part of the back fabric becomes the binding.

The monkey blanket below is my second attempt at this method. I used fleece for the backing and then sewed down a strips of satin material as a border on the fleece. Then I followed the tutorial for sewing the blanket together. My corners didn't come out completely flat as the satin and fleece didn't stretch quite the same way (I tried to treat them as one piece of fabric), but I think it turned out cute.

The flannel blanket below was my first attempt. It turned out really well. After washing it again, the back and front don't completely stay in place, so I want to sew across the middle of the blanket a few times to keep everything in place.
The matching burp cloth is a from a free pattern and tutorial by Homemade by Jill. I use this all of the time. I am not in love with the ragged edge look, so when I make more, I plan on enclosing the raw edges.

Diaper Bag

I made a diaper bag following the directions/tutorial on Sew Much Ado. I used denim for the outer fabric and a thrifted satin sheet for the lining. I did line the inner pockets with a cotton fabric from another project instead of using bias tape to finish the edges. I also added a front patch pocket. I also used velcro for closing flap instead of a magnetic snap (it is what I had on hand).

I have been using this bag for a few weeks now. I love the inner pockets which make it easier to find smaller objects I want to carry around (pacifiers, comb, brush, etc.). I have to be careful with my closing flap and the velcro as it will snag the satin lining.