So here we go. I have made contact with the first hospital that will be receiving blankets from The GracieJane Project. There are still many details to be worked out, but I'm happy to say that they are on board and I'm ready to start making the quilts.
I'm thinking that I will start to love Jelly Rolls even more during this process. I've even ordered my first Honey Bun! I want the fabrics to be as modern as possible, something that I would use in my own home, something that reflects the great designers out there these days.
I'm also a littlle scared, I've never really taken on anything quite like this before, I know that there will be bumps in the road, but I have to remember that none of my quilting issues will ever compare with anything that these families are going through.
So here's to happy quilting, I'm off to start a tag design!
We are honoured!
Where It Starts
- The Gracie Jane Project
- As the creator of williamGEORGE products, I am constantly looking for ways to create things of meaning for others. The GracieJane Project is named for my niece who came into this world at 37 weeks, but only 3lbs 14oz. While she spent a very short time in a neo-natal unit, she was and continues to be a strong and healthy girl. As a the mother of a healthy from the start almost 4 year old, and new baby, I can't imagine the fear that must go with having a child in medical distress. It is my hope that The GracieJane Project will bring a little comfort to families in an uncertain time.
Gracie Jane at Birth
Congratulations! & this will be certainly a worthy cause. When you get started share your story with Homemakers or Canadian Living and the word will fly with other willing helpers.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was at Red Cross we had volunteers that made preemie outfits for the newborns in the neonatal unit.
I can't thread a needle but I can certainly help with encouragement! Do take care and I do have some connections for fabric so I will see what I can do for you! Love Rosemary
I would love to help out in any way. I'm blessed with two darling daughters and most recently my niece arrived healthy, safe and sound. I would love to honour them and help out your project at the same time.
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