I got the background pieces added to the bear blocks so I could shuffle them around. I also got all the rows in their quilt sewn together.
I think I've decided on Baby Bear on the end and Mama Bear in the middle. I just think that looks better. I know that in reality, Mama and Papa would probably have their baby sleeping between them. But I hear Baby Bear tends to be an active sleeper. He kicks and wiggles and snuggles And I don't want Papa Bear being waked up in the middle of February before he gets his hibernation out. I'm sure he will growl and grumble all spring and summer if he isn't well rested. And nobody likes a grumbling papa bear.
Design-wise, I just don't think Baby Bear in the middle works. And we wouldn't want to disturb Papa Bear's winter repose.
I'm thinking about putting the human baby's name above Baby Bear's head (if they've decided for sure on a name). Either embroidery or appliqued.
I still think I needs some bear paws to stick out over the top of the quilt. So I have to work on that.
Do you think Mama Bear (above) needs a ribbon in her hair or some eyelashes to identify herself as the Mama? Or does her size do that well enough?
Another question: Does the quilt on the bed need another row added at the bottom? I have another row sewn together, but I was thinking the proportions of the piece were getting too skinny. But now, I'm not sure. (See second photo above.)
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On 08/07/2021, Colleen said ...
What about putting Baby between Mama and Papa, but putting the three closer together? That way maybe it would look more like Mama and Papa are snuggling with Baby?
I think Mama would look good with a ribbon in her hair.
The extra row probably isn't needed. Once you add the binding the length will probably look fine. Right now it's the pale fabric behind their heads that gives it the illusion of being short.
On 08/07/2021, Kathy said ...
Super Cute! I like the Papa, Mama, and Baby layout and a bow on Mama would be great. The length of the quilt looks just perfect. Beautiful work!
On 08/08/2021, Barbara Anne said ...
Love this quilt!
I think you should add that last row because this child will grow.
Yes, Mama needs a bow!
Hugs!
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