Crafty: Baby blanket

For once I finally remembered to take a photo of one of my embroidery projects for this site!

This baby blanket is being mailed off today to Rob’s sister. Her 4th baby boy is due on Friday. It’s a freehand design of a frog and lily pads using chain and back stitches. The frog came out a little cross-eyed, which is adorable! Being a perfectionist, I wish the “R” had been more even. Oh well, I suppose it makes it look homemade!

I finished this project back in January, it took about six hours altogether. Fleece blankets like this are easy to find at department stores or Ross and they make a great canvas for embroidery. The soft weave is easy on your fingers. I made a similar blanket with a floral design for my friend Sarah a few years ago.