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02-16-2011, 06:48 AM
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Originally Posted by EIQuilter
,,,,, Another thing to think about - given that the parents have such definite likes and dislikes, will they appreciate a quilt? Maybe she should make one for when the baby comes to visit her and give the parents something else.
02-16-2011, 07:05 AM
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02-16-2011, 07:19 AM
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What about a simple large scale zig zag? It would look great with the fabric you describe and wouldn't involve a lot of time piecing. Add some solid fabric in their chosen colors and you have a modern looking quilt.
02-16-2011, 07:32 AM
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Sounds like my grand-daughter who would not use anything that even seemed a bit traditional. Her burp cloths were camo and a racing car material. The quilt I made for the baby turned out to be a from a material with a racing car pattern and some fireman motif(homage to grandpa), but almost all NASCAR stuff. Not a suggestion, but an example of what new, non-traditional parents are using. The traditional gifts to the baby went bye-bye. I would definitely get the parent's approval before I spent the time and money or it may end up at Goodwill.
02-16-2011, 07:51 AM
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If she's really concerned that her DIL will not use a quilt becasue it doesn't suit the decor, I'd opt for the Baby's R Us registration they probably have and be done with it. Or come right out and ask if they would like her to make the baby a quilt. Then involve them in the design and colors.
02-16-2011, 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted by TanyaLynn
I would definitely get the parent's approval before I spent the time and money or it may end up at Goodwill.
02-16-2011, 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Up North
Most baby quilts are floor quilts for tummy time or they should be so I suggest something bright and with texture also add some small ribbon loops for playing with!
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