A traditional gift for many years, handmade baby blankets can be a great way to show mother and baby how much you care.  There are so many different types of adorable blankets you can make, allowing you to put your own style into this personal gift.  You can even find one that would be a suitable match to the décor of the baby's nursery.

With many different ways to make handmade baby blankets, you can find one to suit your individual skill level.  For more skilled craftspeople, there is quilting or knitting.  Quilts are complicated and time consuming, but make a wonderful gift that will be cherished for many years to come.  If quilting is too complicate for you, there is always knitting or crocheting.  While they can be quite difficult depending on the pattern, there are also many patterns that would be a little easier.  

For those that prefer an easier handmade baby blanket, there are many easy patterns of fleece blankets, some of which don't even require sewing.  That makes it possible for anyone to give a personal gift they spent time making.  There are also an infinite array of colors, patterns, and styles to choose when making your blanket.  Whether you want to choose something to match the nursery, or something to reflect that baby's gender, or perhaps something that reflects something you love to add a personal touch, these can be wonderful gifts.  

From trendy styles to traditional patterns, there are many varieties of handmade baby blankets.  If you want a special gift that has a personal touch, this is a great way to go.  It's sure to show mother and baby how special they are.  Spending time making something just for the new bundle of joy is a wonderful way to show you care so much.