I definatly would not appoligize while giving it to her. That will leave the feeling it is inferior. It is not. Give it with all the love you put into it, and be proud. What a wonderful gift! Sure wish my DIL would give me something that took a little thought. And this gift you are giving has time aand love in it! Unless she's a rich snob who will only see, "What a blanket"; she will love it!