On numerous occasions, I've said to Brian that I would love to get an old fashioned wooden cradle to rock our babies in (you know, Little House on the Prairie style). I can't tell you how many times I've almost bought one at a flea market or antique shop...I'm awfully glad I didn't!
The other day, we received a very special delivery. Our friends, the Henry's, worked collaboratively to make this amazing gift for Baby James. Tom hand crafted a lovely wooden cradle and his wife, Emma, sewed the mattress and linens (complete with an edge sewn with prayers). It is simply beautiful.
Brian and I were totally overwhelmed by this sweet little cradle. Needless to say, we can't wait to gently rock our baby to sleep in something so lovingly made by such special friends.
That is so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteKerrie, it's so beautiful! You'll get so much use out of it and you can use it again, you know, when you recover from the insanity of baby number one ;) and then eventually when you are done having babes, you can pass it down to the next generation! What an heirloom!
ReplyDeleteWe have a bassinet that's been passed down for three generations. It's in our living room, all set up with a handmade quilt, waiting for Maura (who is slated to come home TOMORROW!)
Thanks, guys! I was so blown away. Caroline, I'M SO EXCITED FOR YOU! I've been praying for little Maura. :)
ReplyDeleteHow lovely! Make sure the kitty doesn't steal the bed ;-)
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS cradle!!
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