Thanks to all of your support and tips, I just completed the double layer flannel baby blanket with a crochet scalloped edge. I am really happy with it and also make two peanut shaped rag burp rags to give as well.
I also bought 3.5 yrds of fleece to make my son (who is 6'4" tall) a throw that will also have some sort of crochet edge. Plan to give that to him for Christmas.