by Tu2ml 12d ago

Made a baby quilt, for a little girl this time, due to arrive in a month or so. I used the African Babies collection again, but with a different quilt pattern & colors. I also made a Diaper Clutch and Pacifier Pouch. This new mom is much older than usual, and so I wanted to keep things a bit more sophisticated looking. Hope she feels the same.


The diaper clutch is surprisingly roomy. It can easily hold the changing pad, a pack of baby wipes, 2 extra diapers, and a change of clothes. The little Pouch holds a pacifier and lanyard. Both bags have snaps on the strap, so they can be attached to a stroller, baby carrier, or larger tote bag/backpack, etc. I used white PUL fabric for the changing pad, and laminated the B&W polka dots with iron on vinyl so both sides can be simply wiped clean.

I really like this animal design series, & tried to take close up photos to show the details. But I can’t seem to get good clear pictures without shadows. Thanks for looking.

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by malemb 3d ago

Awesome quilt! That must have taken a long while to stitch. Love the baby animals. You’re right, they are quite detailed. Beautiful gift for a new mom and baby.

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by rachap 6d ago

All I can add is WOW!!!! You have made a beautiful yet useful gift.. I'm sure there was love in every stitch.

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by sonjapotgieter 9d ago

Such a awesome Gift Beautifully Made ..Love the designs!!!

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 8d ago

Thank you. I love all the detail in the animals. You can almost feel their fur/skin or feathers. Very realistic.

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by sonjapotgieter 9d ago

Such a awesome Gift Beautifully Made ..Love the designs!!!

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by dragonflyer 10d ago

Such a beautiful quilt... great job

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 8d ago

Thank you.

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by dailylaundry 11d ago

Lovely, lovely, lovey! Your friend will be so pleased! Wonderful gifts! Hugs, Laura

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 9d ago

Thanks.

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by mops Moderator 11d ago

Beautiful!!! She will be thrilled with your gift.

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thank you Martine. I hope she likes them.

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by worthy 12d ago

Awesome gift and such great work. Someone is going to really love it and when baby gets older will love the quilt and detail you achieved. Congratulations on a job very well done.

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thanks so much. Her baby shower was yesterday, and I heard someone say “the quilt should go right on her wall”. Maybe it will become wall art, instead of a useful blanket. No matter which, I hope they like it.

worthy by worthy 11d ago

Just have to say, there is Nothing not to like about it. It will be an honor to have, no matter how they choose to use it.

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by peafarm 12d ago

This is so perfect in every way. Your new mom is going to love this. Baby animals have stitched out perfect also.

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thanks - I like how realistic (and cute) the designs look, and they stitch out very well. It seems Safari animals are quite popular for Nursery decor at the moment.

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by 02kar Moderator 12d ago

I’d say you succeeded with all of your hopes with this collection. The designs, your choice of fabrics and all of the extras you have done are thoughtful and classy.

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thank you. I enjoyed making them. It’s my first time making the clutch and pouch. They could have lots of uses as this little grows up.

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by noah 12d ago

She will love this set ,Excellent job :):)

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thanks Noah.

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by bemara 12d ago

So cute and a great set :-)

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thank you

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by toogie 12d ago

How adorable! I love the quilt and all the embroidered animals. You must be very close to this new mom to put in so much work and thought. Just beautiful!

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Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

Thank you Toogie. That’s a real compliment coming from you (a quilt expert)! Not so close, actually - other side of family, and only through marriage. But I’ve known her for a very long time. I just hope she uses and enjoys these items.

Tu2ml by Tu2ml 11d ago

BTW, I know you understand the need for a good sewing machine when quilting. I got a new machine after I finished my last quilt. Although my 1970’s singer is still going strong, she doesn’t have much space under the arm to squeeze a large project through. My new machine has a 12” throat space, and let me tell you, it is a dream!! Now, if I could only learn to do free motion quilting…

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