How to turn baby things into baby keepsakes
These seven ideas for turning your special baby things into baby keepsakes will ensure your first year memories last forever.
How to turn baby stuff into baby keepsakes
Framed baby onesie
Baby’s first onesie is a special one. But making a framed momento is an easy way to remember how truly tiny your son or daughter once was. All you need is a frame, some backing paper, glue, and your favourite onesie. Get more information: shopsweetthings.com
Baby time capsule
A baby time capsule is the perfect way to save lots of precious little trinkets in one memory-filled container. Buy or decorate a sturdy box or container, then fill it with anything from little shoes, socks and toys to locks of baby hair, cards from friends and family, and photos. Choose a date in the future when you’ll open the capsule (perhaps with your grown-up “baby”), or simply store away until your heartstrings want some tugging. Where to buy: AlmostSundayInc
Memory quilt
A wonderful way to turn baby things into a baby keepsake (and future family heirloom) is to sew your favourite baby clothes together into a quilt. Those who are handy with a sewing machine could do this at home, but if you’re nervous about doing the beloved pieces justice, then consider outsourcing the job to someone who sews for a living. We love this pretty quilt from findinghappyfull.com
Keep a special piece of clothing, like a frock from a baptism, and pin it in an ornate frame. It’s a pretty souvenir that can live in your little one’s room for years to come. Get more information: projectnursery.com
Onesie baseball cap
How cute is this idea? Rather than a time-heavy quilt or a basic framed onesie, get a little more life out of your little one's fave garb by making a hat. Get the instructions: mesewcrazy.com
Memory bears
How cute is this? Pick a favourite onesie and make a sweet bear (and matchie balnkie, too) with this easy tutorial. Get the instructions: pacountrycrafts.com
Keepsake ornament
Fill an oversized ornament with baby’s hospital hat and bracelet. How sweet. Get the instructions here: thriftycraftygirl.com
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