Wow, the friends on this site are great!!! I've also done memory quilts and I agree with all. The memories that will be stimulated for this lucky boy=for you are giving him a great gift, a physical article that will comfort him for years to come. I have a knitted shawl my grandmother made for me-Her ONLY knitted item. I use it when I am overwhelmed with life. It' like I get a hug, that I need. I miss her.