How Do You Make An Heirloom Baby Quilt?
There is nothing so special and personal as creating a handmade baby quilt for your grandchild or a special little one in your life! This project is easier than you might think and inexpensive as well. The time you spend on this project is small in comparison to the memories it will bring to the lucky little one that will receive it. A baby quilt can be passed down from generation to generation…imagine your great grandchild wrapped in the quilt you made for your child or grandchild! Purchase 2 yards of good quality cotton or fleece material. There are many beautiful prints from which to choose. Look for patterns that would be easy to trace with the needle and thread. You may choose a plain pattern for the back and a detailed pattern for the front. I recommend washing the material first. This will keep it from shrinking afterwards and bleeding colors together. Piece the blanket together by laying the bottom layer out on a flat surface. Next, lay the batting over the bottom piece, then