I used cutting mat, rotary cutter, and slotted ruler.

Also, I finished mine off with monograms.

I have made fleece blankets. I take two pieces. must be the same size. For a baby blanket I generally make it about 36 inches long, for an adult, I make it 60 inches long or longer.
With the two pieces together, in each corner, I cut a 5 inches square and remove the material. From there I cut the strips 1 inches wide x 5 inches long all along each size (as I get to the end I make sure that the strips are about the same size or readjust the strips). I tie the two strips on each side before going onto the next side. I make sure that I pin the entire blanket before I do the cutting so it does not shift.
I hope that this make senses to you.

Barbara

Right now I think the sale ends today hancockfabric.com has glacier fleece reg $9.99 for $3.99 I think it is the same in their retail stores as well.

Another variation: Once you get your strips cut for the fringe (I use a slotted template) you can cut a 1/2" slit in one of the strips, then pull the other one through it. It gives a nice contrast color variation.

I just picked up one of these that my sister made for my daughter, and I noticed she had used the slits. It looks really nice that way!

I made a few of these blankets one year for Christmas gifts and my hands were aching from all the cutting. Now i use the spring loaded scissors and is way better. When i make raggy quilts with flannel i use the springy short blade ones for the clipping. makes a world of difference in comfort.