Bonnet & Blankie
Every time I look out my window lately I see the cutest little baby cottontails bouncing around my backyard. And naturally, with Easter nearly upon us, bunnies of the *chocolate variety* are on my mind too. Both were the inspiration for this sweet little set I just finished for grand baby #2 due in a few more weeks. (The designs are part of my new free-with-purchase embroidery transfers for March/April 2008.) Miss Thumbelina is my make-shift baby model again, I've got her posing in a picnic basket this time. I really like the
size of this blankie. I'm calling it that, because it's not really a crib blanket. It's only about 22" square, the perfect size for a variety of uses, but mostly for keeping baby company and cozy on outings. Like a security blanket. Could also be used as a changing-pad in a pinch. It's cool here in the spring, so I used scrumptious heavy-weight cotton flannel, lined with crisp cotton for both the bonnet and the blankie. If you can't tell from the picture, there's a brown bunny in each corner with pink posies in between. I added one set of flowers to the bonnet to match. Still using this same pattern for the bonnet, but added eyelot lace to the brim this time. Some of you already know my penchant for polka dots and I thought they were perfect for this. The binding :: another use for those wonderful jelly-roll strips :: cut in half lengthwise, with different patterns seamed together. Love that effect.
It's lovely.
Posted by: paula luckhurst | March 18, 2008 at 09:56 AM
...another adorable project....
sweet as can be...
Posted by: Dawn | March 18, 2008 at 10:08 AM
the blanket is so sweet.
Posted by: amy | March 18, 2008 at 10:28 AM
That set is just precious. Your sewing and stitching is so dainty and perfect. That little baby will cherish those forever. I'm not quite brave enough to try them but soon...I swear. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful projects with us! Love Stacy
Posted by: Stacy A | March 18, 2008 at 10:41 AM
Too dang cute! Makes me almost want a little baby to dress--well almost, I will wait for another grandbaby too...LOL!
Posted by: Suzanne | March 18, 2008 at 10:55 AM
Too dang cute! Makes me almost want a little baby to dress--well almost, I will wait for another grandbaby too...LOL!
Posted by: Suzanne | March 18, 2008 at 10:55 AM
What a sweet set! I am sure it will be well loved.
Posted by: Debbie | March 18, 2008 at 11:00 AM
What a sweet set! I am sure it will be well loved.
Posted by: Debbie | March 18, 2008 at 11:03 AM
Love the embroidered bunnies! Love the patchwork binding! So sweet. It inspires me as several friends are expecting babies quite soon(as am I!).
Posted by: kristena | March 18, 2008 at 12:11 PM
We've been in our yard, watching our own bunny stretch and hop in a little enclosure. He looks so much like your embroidered bunny... carefree and sweet. Best wishes for the safe delivery of your grand baby.
Posted by: Natalie | March 18, 2008 at 04:52 PM
Just beautiful work!!
Posted by: Stasia | March 18, 2008 at 06:04 PM
oh my, such much cuteness!
Posted by: Kali | March 18, 2008 at 09:24 PM
Wow! This is sooo beautiful...
Posted by: sabine | March 19, 2008 at 03:03 AM
I love the leaping bunny embroidery! Very sweet.
Posted by: geek+nerd | March 19, 2008 at 05:52 AM
Those are really lovely, what a lucky grandbaby! Did you lay two fabric pieces together then bind? Is the embroidery just on the top or does it go through both pieces? I am planning on making a summer batiste receiving blanket and I love the idea of adding embroidery.
Posted by: Jennifer | March 19, 2008 at 05:53 AM
Very Pretty!
Posted by: Lisa W. | March 19, 2008 at 08:32 AM
What a truly lovely baby set. It's so exciting to welcome new life into the world and this little set you've created with love will be quite treasured.
Posted by: June | March 19, 2008 at 01:15 PM
It is a very lovely baby set!
Posted by: Lynn | March 19, 2008 at 02:26 PM
This is so cute! I love the bonnet. Is there somewhere I can buy this pattern or do you make your own?
Lori
Posted by: LJ | March 19, 2008 at 02:30 PM
What a lovely blanket and bonnet!!! My favorite touch is the binding...i would love to know how you make it (I'm a newbie seamstress.)
Can't wait to see pictures of your new grandbaby modeling!
:)
Posted by: Laura | March 19, 2008 at 06:42 PM
OK. Every time I visit your blog I fall in love again with these little bonnets. I then spend time searching on ebay for an old vintage pattern so I can attempt to sew my own but alas... I can never find one. Do you think it would be possible to alter the pattern enough so it could be considered your own design and then we could purchase it from you? Or would you consider making some of these adorable bonnetss for sale? I would love to get one.
thanx
Posted by: Cindy NY | March 21, 2008 at 07:02 AM
HOW BEAUTIFUL! I love the ligth weight look of the blanket and bonnet. Very cool and springy! Great embroidery work!!!
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Posted by: bekah | March 23, 2008 at 03:44 PM
I am wondering the same thing as Cindy (above) about your bonnets! If this is a vintage pattern (it is from the 40's), from what I understand you can make copies of the pattern. It is your call of course though!
Your creations are just beautiful as always :)
Blessings,
Bethany
Posted by: Bethany | March 24, 2008 at 05:56 PM