A baby quilt for someone special!
Many of you have heard our news! My fourth grandchild (and Sara’s fourth in the niece/nephew brood) was born recently. James “William” came into this world at 8 pounds and 6 ounces and was 21-3/4″ long. I know all grandmothers say this, but he is the sweetest ever! His Mom, my daughter-in-law Maggie, has a very classic style of decorating and his nursery has gorgeous grown-up furniture that he will be able to keep his entire life — except for the crib, of course. The colors are mostly navy and white with some primary color accents.
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When his sister, Emily, was born I stepped outside my comfort zone with a bear quilt with applique’. It turned out pretty nice, but was truly beyond my skill level, even with the step by step instructions of a pattern. This is what I used.
I went a little simpler for William and this quilt is one anyone with advanced beginner sewing skills can make. No quilting experience needed. I used this Simplicity Pattern and it has several other nursery decor items you could make and coordinate.
I used the primary nursery colors, with the blue being navy.
Baby Quilt Fabrics
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Richcheck 60″ Gingham Check 1/4″ Navy
Timeless Treasures Batik Tonga Neon Packed Leaves Lemon
Moda Marble Dots (#3405-32) Red
Congratulations on the birth of William! Love the quilt you made for him. The colors and pattern are adorable!
Aw, thanks, Cindy! I hope he’ll enjoy “tummy time” on his quilt.
Wow what a coincidence my daughter is expecting, this would be a great project.
Thanks
Maria
I saw that on the “gender announcement” party post! Congratulations to you too! First one?
Congratulations on the birth of William! This quilt is adorable and I love that it can be made by quilters and non-quilters alike. I adore the fabric that you chose!
Aw, thanks Jeanie!
Congratulations on the new baby. I remember having a handmade quilt for each of my boys. It was a gift I could not wait to receive. I am certain it will be treasured
Thank you, Leanna. We are pretty excited!
It is so nice when you can make a gift for a loved one especially a gift as nice as this. It will be used for a long time and they will remember that it was made with grandma love.
Congratulations on your newest little one! I might actually be able to make this quilt. My sewing skills are pretty limited to straight lines.
You can do it! If I did it, you can.
This is a wonderful project!!….and congratulations!
Thank you! We are pretty excited about our new little guy!