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When a couple is expecting their first child they are inundated with gifts. Diapers, toys and clothes usually flow in abundance. But some of the most treasured items can’t be purchased. They are made with love by the grandparents or aunts of the new arrival.

One of these things may be a home made blanket for the baby. With hours of love, time and skill invested in it, a baby quilt becomes an heirloom that is often passed down from one generation to the next; choosing baby quilt patterns becomes part of the process.

Trains, planes, the alphabet, ships and ducks are often found on baby quilt patterns. The patterns give the quilter a general idea of what they need and also detailed instructions on how to complete the project. If you’ve never tackled the task of making a quilt you might need to first consider taking a lesson to bring yourself up to par.

Most communities offer local citizens the opportunity to take different classes that may interest them. In some places this may include a quilting class. For a person thinking about making a baby quilt this is a perfect resource.


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Some programs offer the participants the chance to bring in their own supplies and patterns. This is perfect for someone considering baby quilt patterns. You can sew the quilt you want while at the same time learning. The instructor is there to guide you every step of the way.

If you don’t have any idea of what design you want, consider going to a  and looking through their selection of baby quilt patterns. If it is your first attempt at quilting, choose a simple pattern.  This might be something like the sky with some white clouds. Many people decide on a patchwork design even for baby quilt patterns. You can do this in different shades of either pink or blue.  If you don’t know the baby’s gender, than white or yellow is a safe choice.

After learning the basics of quilting you’ll have the skills you need to complete any of the baby quilt patterns you see. A really nice gesture is for several women in a family to contribute to the project. If you want to do this, simply photocopy the baby quilt patterns you are using and when the quilt is passed around, everyone will know what to do.

The new parents will be overjoyed by the thoughtful gift and it will remain a treasure long after the baby has grown.


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Current Quilt News from Yahoo:

Local quilt guild will take part in Northshore Quilt Trail
The local quilting group Camellia Quilt Guild will soon take part in Louisiana’s first quilt trail, a map that will lead tourist around five parishes to different quilts placed outside homes, businesses and community landmarks.


Quilt project at Watsonville school to feature tiny hands, treasured memories
WATSONVILLE - When bidders at the Moreland Notre Dame School spring auction see the quilt made by Maren St.


Tarpon Springs quilt ministry sends out prayers tucked amid threads
By Theodora Aggeles, Times Correspondent Friday, February 3, 2012 Jean Stephens, left, Vicki Quilitz, and Jan Dietz work on quilts for the Lakeview Community Church Prayer Quilt Ministry, while Dianne Tanella, background, sews. The ministry makes and prays over quilts for people “who need comfort.”  TARPON SPRINGS Imagine making 400 quilts and giving each one away. That's what the women of ...


Quilt of Belonging documentary planned
WILLIAMSTOWN — The Quilt of Belonging will soon be able to travel the globe in documentary form, thanks to funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation.[...]


Quilt show to be Friday and Saturday
PANAMA CITY -- St. Andrew Bay Quilters' Guild is holding its annual Quilt Show for 2012 on Friday and SaturdayThe event showcases quilts made by guild members. Quilts will be awarded with ribbons after being judged in three categories: hand quilting excellence, machine quilting excellence...


Sesquicentennial quilt unveiled
The unveiling of  McPherson’s Kansas Sesquicentennial Celebration Quilt was Sunday on Kansas Day at Stitches.


BERNINA Partners With Ricky Tims for Super Quilt Seminar in New Orleans
AURORA, IL-- - BERNINA of America, the premier manufacturer of sewing, embroidery and quilting machines, is pleased to announce that it is the exclusive supporting partner of a three-day Ricky Tims Super ...


Quilt raffled to help women
It may have taken a few years but Dr. J. Janice Coleman hopes her efforts bring joy to a home and to some non-traditional students. Coleman, an associate professor of English at Alcorn State University, plans to raffle off a memorial quilt to ASU, which took her three years to complete.


OPPORTUNITY QUILT
Stop by the Manteca Quilters’ 33rd Annual Quilt & Cloth Doll Show and you could go home with a “Courtyard Garden.”


Quilt fest to warm visitors in Genoa
Genoa’s fourth-annual Quilt & Fiber Arts Walk arrives just in time to ward off the late January chill. The expanded event will take place Wednesday, Jan. 25, through Sunday, Jan. 29.Genoa’s downtown will be filled quilts, weaving, basketry, rugs, collages and needlework of all sorts. Demonstrations, guest speakers, hands-on projects, children’s activities, special meals, contests and free gifts ...