western australia

Correcting an omission from a recent discussion

@JudyEv (344643)

Rockingham, Australia

January 29, 2025 9:43pm CST

I forgot to mention in my post about the baby clothes that these were worn by one, two or all of her three little girls. She did all her own sewing and knitting and made some lovely items. I find it a bit sad that none of the daughters wanted any of these. They are all in their 50s now. One has no children; one has four boys and the other two boys and a married daughter. Maybe they’ve already chosen a few special pieces. And now I have the chance to put up a photo of a baby shawl that was amongst the items.

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@FourWalls (70543)

• United States

12h

That is sad. I remember when I was little we had a “baby dress” that my father, grandfather, and great-grandfather had worn as newborns. I don’t know what has become of it.

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@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

11h

Some christening gowns were worn down through the years, weren't they? I don't know if that happens any more.

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@jstory07 (141250)

• Roseburg, Oregon

13h

Something that is homemade to me is always better.

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@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

11h

I agree. You put something of yourself into anything you make.

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@kareng (65169)

• United States

12h

That is a gorgeous baby shawl!! And a shame nobody wanted it in the family!!

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@kareng (65169)

• United States

1h

@JudyEv You would think she would be thrilled to get it and cherish it! What's wrong with these later generations?

@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

11h

I might check with one daughter in case her daughter might like it. She is the only girl in the downline now.

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@allknowing (139580)

• India

11h

It is not necessary that only family should get those clothes. There will be more in need around you

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@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

9h

They are going to a charity so who knows where they'll end up.

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@sallypup (62426)

• Centralia, Washington

11h

So much love and hard work went into making that piece of art. It's lovely.

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@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

11h

It has definitely had quite a bit of use but it's still in good condition.

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@Beestring (14838)

• Hong Kong

11h

That's a pretty baby shawl. Hope someone will take it.

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@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

9h

I'm sure there is someone who would like it.

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@wolfgirl569 (110426)

• Marion, Ohio

1h

It's sad they didn't want them.

@LooeyVille (39)

• United States

12h

Homemade is wonderful, but I don't understand clothing being sentimental.

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@JudyEv (344643)

• Rockingham, Australia

11h

I guess it's the memories of seeing our kids in the different outfits that maybe we've made.

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