I had mine cleaned and sealed in a box with a clear window in it so I could sneak a peek whenever I chose. When it was evident our daughter would be too large to use it I gave it to our DIL who had a baptismal suit made from it for our grandson. The next grandson wore it at his baptism also. The dress was a very plain, classic style--round neck, full skirt--in raw silk. It made up into a very elegant baptismal suit for a six-month old. I was so pleased.