MrBallen National Bink-A-Thon

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Date / Time: October 17, 2026 at 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

Location: Varies across the country

Our national Bink-A-Thon coveres several chapters.

You can get more info here.

By Susan Finch|2026-08-21T15:24:33+00:00August 21, 2026|

CRITICAL TIP FOR FLEECE BLANKETS: CUT OFF THE SELVAGE BEFORE YOU CUT THE FRINGE!!

The selvage is the side of the fabric when you unroll it - it usually has writing, or holes from where it was on the winding machine. It makes the fringe thin, curly and it will tear easily.

All blankets MUST have the selvage - ugly edges - cut off BEFORE you cut the fringe.

Cut your fringe 4-5 inches deep, 1" wide so you can tie it like a balloon - not tying the two pieces together like shoelaces. This ensures you have a KNOT. Many people tie like shoelaces, but not the second time so you can pull the fabric apart. That's why we do it like a balloon.

Thank you for your help to ensure we have beautiful blankets going to these kids and teens!