by eggyannie 25 Nov 2014

For those of you that are wondering how things went with me making the new neighbours baby a welcome gift. It went very well indeed. I took the sleep bag around to her yesterday and she was over the moon with it as no one had ever made anything special for her before.

I told her that if the little one grew too long for it but it still fitted the top then to let me have it back and i would put on an extra length for her .
Now I know that the baby will be nice and snug and warm.
I used Minky on the outside and lined it with polar fleece and then quilted it so that little pockets of air are trapped so keeping him extra warm.
the hand section has turn back pieces so that his hands are kept warm but a section can be folded back so he can use his hands as he gets a bit older.
The young mother is very happy for me to make things for the baby, but i will not go over the top with things.
here for you to see are the photos of the sleep bag.
You may notice that i have placed the neck tab on the inside and the reason is that i did not want the top of the zip to scratch his skin. one can never be too careful these days.
Thank you all for your encouragement .
annie

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by aussiequilter 20 Feb 2015

what a beautiful gift ,im glad she loved it

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by haleymax 19 Feb 2015

Wonderful gift for a little one, especially when made with love.

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by sewdoctor 19 Feb 2015

Beautiful!

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by pennifold edited 19 Feb 2015

Wow! Annie it looks so professional. Well done, love Chris

I'm so impressed I've commented twice!!!

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by vickiannette 19 Feb 2015

nice and cuddly, and a great thing to do for a new neighbour

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by baldacchino 19 Feb 2015

Lovely job well done

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by pldc 19 Feb 2015

You did a marvelous job on this snuggly Annie! I'm sure she was thrilled by it & your kindness!~hugs~

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by blueeyedblonde 19 Feb 2015

great job!

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by cfidl 19 Feb 2015

It looks perfect. I too would be over the moon to receive such a gift. Nice doing!

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by arlene 19 Feb 2015

What a nice warm gift. Great job.

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

thank you and its still in use on the floor and on the cot

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by judyoake 19 Feb 2015

What a thoughtful gift!

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

thank you I just love makeing and giving

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by kalamazoo 19 Feb 2015

Just precious! I'm sure the mom smiles each time she snuggles her little one in it. When God closes one door, He opens another! Lucky neighbors!!
Cindy

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eggyannie by eggyannie 19 Feb 2015

Mum was very happy and noqw the baby is 4 months old he has it on the floor for him to play on and on his cot at night time.Aparently he will not go to sleep till he is snuggled into it

pldc by pldc 19 Feb 2015

ah that is so cute & it must make you very happy too

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by clawton 26 Nov 2014

Very nice and now you have a great new friendly neighbor!

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by noah 26 Nov 2014

Oh Annie it is wonderful .You are a kind blessed soul who deserves a big hug*** carolyn

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by debswebster 26 Nov 2014

Wow, that sure is a cute, comfy sleep bag. Job well done!!

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by designgirl 26 Nov 2014

That is a darling little sleeper. So glad everything when well with the young couple and you. She will love anything you make for her, Hugs to you for your kindness. Lynn

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by heleninca 26 Nov 2014

It looks great. If the Mom has never had anything made for her before she might appreciate a quillow or just a quilted throw for herself. Just a thought. Accept the gift of these young people who probably need you in their lives as much as you need them.

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by rachap 26 Nov 2014

Wow is all I can say!!This little sleeper is just darling and your work is so professional. They say a long journey starts with a few steps and now I bet you have the beginnings of a beautiful friendship.

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by zoefzoef 26 Nov 2014

You did great ! I is a very nice gift

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by baydreamer 26 Nov 2014

Glad everything went well! Lovely gift

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by ansienaude 26 Nov 2014

i am happy for you that the mom received it with joy and it is pretty i love it l

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by de105 26 Nov 2014

Looks pretty and nice and warm too!

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by sdrise 26 Nov 2014

Beautiful Job! I am glad they appreciated it so much ! Suzanne

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by judyoake 26 Nov 2014

How beautiful!

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by lbrow 26 Nov 2014

Beautifully done. congratulations all the way around. Great for you and great for them. The little one now has a new"adopted" Grandmother./Lillian

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by joansatx 26 Nov 2014

Just perfect all the way around....the gift and the relationship! Blessings, Joan

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by irenewayne 26 Nov 2014

Annie, this is a wonderful gesture from you & I'm so glad she liked it. You have done a great job & found a new friend also.
Irene

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by marianb 26 Nov 2014

A wonderful gift!! love the fabric..

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by airyfairy 26 Nov 2014

He will be as warm as toast in that beautiful sleep sack. Beautifully made.

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by ajmmjs 25 Nov 2014

wonderful!!!

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by jrob Moderator 25 Nov 2014

I am so happy it was well received and I'm sure this mother will remember your kindness for years to come.

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by pennifold 25 Nov 2014

It's beautiful, well done. I'm glad you did make it. Love Chris

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by Leaha 25 Nov 2014

This is adorable! The little one should be snug as a bug, Mom is ecstatic as a she will have one less worry on her mind.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 25 Nov 2014

I am so glad it all worked out. I am not surprised that the Mom loves your gift. You did such a great job. You are a great neighbor.

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by dailylaundry 25 Nov 2014

Adorable - well done!!! I am happy you decided to go ahead and make this for their baby!! It puts your good talent to good work - keeps a little one snug and is a blessing all the way around!! Bless you! Laura*

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by gerryb 25 Nov 2014

What a labor of love! Wonderful job & great idea about the neck tab!! I am sure the mom will cherish it always!

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by babash edited 25 Nov 2014

What a lovely job you have made of this sleeping bag. It would have cost a lot of money for the parents to buy something this well made.


I felt in my heart all would be right if you went ahead and made something for the baby. I am guessing there are 2 houses in your street that have smiling women in them. Your neighbour and you.
Almost forgot to say thanks for the update I have been checking to see what you decided.

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by hightechgrammy 25 Nov 2014

It is just precious! I'm sure she will treasure this all through the winter!

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hightechgrammy by hightechgrammy 25 Nov 2014

She may need another one! Or maybe a little sweater for while he is awake!

eggyannie by eggyannie 25 Nov 2014

well i have some minky and fleece left over so thats a good idea

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by dragonflyer 25 Nov 2014

Wonderful job...it is adorable...I love the Teddy Minki!

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by graceandham 25 Nov 2014

What a wonderful job you did and smart to put the tab inside. People love to have their children fussed over, even new friends.

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by suelyn7 25 Nov 2014

Wow. You made it beautifully looks very well done

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by shirley124 25 Nov 2014

Sure is cute. So happy the mother was pleased with it. You are so kind. Hugs Shirley

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by lilylady 25 Nov 2014

this bunting is very nice, I can see why she was thrilled.

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by eyeztodiefor10 25 Nov 2014

oh WOW! What a wonderful gift! No wonder the new Mom was excited! It is beautifully done! Bet you have a new friend in your new neighbor! I'm so glad you went ahead and did it. You never know until you try! Good for you!
Meri

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by mysew1325 25 Nov 2014

this is wonderful.. great job..

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by jofrog2000 25 Nov 2014

Great! Nice to have someone appreciative of your work. Plus the satisfaction you've gotten from giving. You are a good person.
Jo

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by 02kar Moderator 25 Nov 2014

It is a warm beautiful bag for the baby. Kudos to you for being brave and helping out his mom. I know she is very grateful to have you see her as a mom who loves her baby.

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by spendlove Moderator 25 Nov 2014

Well done!

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