When A Quilter Wants to Use "Girly" Fabrics For A Boy. . . .
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I would like an opinion from you. I have a quilt that I made for a baby boy, with its dimensions at a square, of 63"X 63". I am hoping that the colors and patterns of the fabrics are such that it is still appropriate for the little boy, and something that he can still grow into. Any comments? Would appreciate it.
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Love the quilt!
Use a 'Boy' fabric for the backing. Then he will be happy with the quilt while he is a child and when he grows up. That's what my Mom did with my grandsons quilt.
I made a quilt that my 6 year old grand-nephew claimed because it is his favorite colors - blue and yellow. But the fabrics are very adult. So I followed my Mom's example and pieced together a 'boy' backing for him. He loves it.
Use a 'Boy' fabric for the backing. Then he will be happy with the quilt while he is a child and when he grows up. That's what my Mom did with my grandsons quilt.
I made a quilt that my 6 year old grand-nephew claimed because it is his favorite colors - blue and yellow. But the fabrics are very adult. So I followed my Mom's example and pieced together a 'boy' backing for him. He loves it.
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