Baby Blankets

Baby Blankets - Sometimes it is hard to think of a great caring gift for a baby shower coming up. But a baby blanket can be just the thing for a loving gift. With a wide range of clever and original designs available, you can't go wrong for a gift.

Some people may say that baby blankets are old and out of date for a present; however, baby blankets these days are not just dull and boring. They are different to the ones used for thousands of years to comfort and hold baby and provide needed warmth.

It is hard to imagine anyone coming up with a brand new idea in this area. But, guess again, baby blankets have entered whole new heights of creativity, usefulness and fun.

"Pigs In a Blanket" is just one example that mixes a clever design with a practical gift. This two-piece gift set will cause lots of "oohs" and "awws" when the expectant mom opens the enhancing gift box. The box is a delightful vintage container topped with an organza bow.

Inside is a plush blanket that can be embossed with a charming phrase or even personalized. It's wrapped around an even lovelier teddy bear-style pig that will soon become the baby's favourite. Made from stain-resistant polyester and tough construction, it may very well be handed down to the next child and generation.

The gift also comes with a children's story book rhyme designed in a similar style to complement the other two items. "This Little Piggy" printed on the back was never so much fun. The five little piggies dancing on the front agree.

Just as playful fun is the JoJo Giraffe toy. At about 50cm tall it will sit proudly in the corner until the baby can no longer resist playing with it, which won’t take long. With his arms and legs wrapped around a colourful keepsake box done in similar style, JoJo giraffe is a perfect gift and toy.

Adding baby blankets with other gift adds immeasurably to the delight that both mom and baby will receive from the present. Some are easily personalized to include the baby's name. Don’t forget to look at the different size blankets and fabrics, like fleece. A big 60 cm by 80 cm, is ample size for a baby blanket or a decorative smaller bed cover.

Even baby blankets that are standalone items can make for great gifts. The Maddie's Meadow is a good example, with its colourfully decorated butterflies and flowers on the background. The gift box carries along the same theme, with fluffy pink clouds and bright green grass that will remind mom of the joys of spring.

Another gift to consider is the 9-piece layette set and you can give enough blankets and toys to fill a nursery shelf. Booties snuggle next to the baby blanket that matches the design of the three keepsake hat boxes.

Baby blankets are a great gift, whether it is a soft fleece yellow one, has decorated satin edges or personalised for bubs. Your baby will thank you for keeping this lovely gift long after the baby shower.