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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:

Quilt class set for Sept. 9
Quilt class set for Sept. 9 NEWCOMERSTOWN -- Newcomerstown Quilt Bees will offer a Beginners Quilt Piecing Class starting Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at the library annex. Class will teach quilt piecing basics and will last 10 months with blocks to complete a sampl


Donated quilt valued $1,500 will be raffled to help St. Peter's Free Clinic
A $1,500 quilt will be up for grabs during this year’s Taste of Autumn festival, sponsored by the Friends of the St. Peter’s Free Clinic. The quilt was donated by the Sewing House Quilters, a group of women who have sewn together for a number of years. They routinely donate quilts to local charities, including donating a quilt to the clinic’s 2009 fundraiser. “Last year’s donated quilt was ...


Quilt show in Buckhorn Sept. 10-12
The Buckhorn Quilters’ Guild is presenting its Quilt Show and Sale at the Buckhorn Community Centre September 10-12. The Quilting at the Lakes Show is held every two years, according to Committee Chairperson Penny Pierce.


Applefest Quilt Show
A few changes are being made to the annual Applefest Doll and Quilt show, including location.


Quilt auction heads into 23rd year
Legendary, one-of-a-kind Amish quilts will take center stage Saturday, as 95 masterpieces hand-stitched by local quiltmakers will be auctioned in a once-a-year public sale.


QUILT TO BE GIVEN AWAY
Local artist Anne Bullard recently donated a handcrafted appliquÂ/ quilt to the Cornelia Library as a raffle fundraiser. Tickets cost $1 each and those who purchase five will receive an eco-friendly book bag, courtesy of Friends of the Library, while supplies last.


Quilt appraiser to speak to Mt. Tam Quilt Guild
Nancy Bavor, an American Quilter's Society certified appraiser of quilted textiles, will speak at the Sept.


Islander's quilts are accepted into Quilt Expo contest
Charlotte McDonnell of Grosse Ile has had quilts titled “Coastal Spring” and “Postcard From Panama” accepted in the 10-category, juried and judged contest for the sixth annual Quilt Expo, to be held Thursday to Sept. 11 in Madison, Wis.


• Cabarrus Quilters announce quilt show
CONCORD â The Cabarrus Quilters Guild is announcing their 2010 Splash of Color Quilt Show. This year the show space has almost doubled to provide for more than 34 local and regional vendors. And for the first time, many of the quilts will be judged a ...


Antique quilt sale this weekend in Seale, Ala.
An antique quilt sale, sponsored by Resurrect Antiques in Opelika, Ala., will take place 10 a.m.-6 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 6, just down the street from the Labor Day Art and Craft Festival at the Old Seale Courthouse.