Jamie, I just made three of them for my three grandchildren. I did not use the kits but purchased my own fleece. Did not use any batting, just slit the ends and made the fringe. I believe the kits come 60 X72 inches. One of my grandsons is 14 yrs old so I decided to make his a little longer than the 72 inches. Made it 2 1/2 yds. long. This will allow him to use it a little longer. About three years ago I made all three of them fleece blankets and everytime they visited me they had them with them. I couldn't believe how well they held up. I did make sure to get the anti-pill fleece, really makes a difference. Hope this helps.
Lucy