Size of Baby Quilts
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Size of Baby Quilts
Could anyone tell me what size a baby quilt should be? I made one that is 31 x 40, which looks like it would be great for a carriage but I am not sure if I should add another border. Then I made another one that is 36 X 36 and I and I'm not sure if I should make it rectangle or keep it square. Or am I just over thinking it.
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They can be whatever size you want to make it. Your first measurements sound like the size of a receiving blanket. I tend to oversize when I make them. I go as much as 45 X
60. But if you keep it less than 40 wide you will not have to piece the backing .
60. But if you keep it less than 40 wide you will not have to piece the backing .
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I've made mine any size from 34x42" all the way up to 65" square. It really depends on whether your intention is for it to be used just in infancy or to become a lap quilt as the child ages. The smaller ones are easier for toddlers to drag around. Larger ones will carry over to big girl/boy beds.
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