You could also consider getting matching stuff for the pet and the owner. Such gifts are hard to ignore and aside from actually being useful, they gain a great deal of sentimental significance immediately.Ever find it difficult to decide on a birthday gift that is unique? You can create a custom throw with a picture of the birthday gal or guy. Does holiday gift shopping leave you tired and restless? Designing a cover with a heartfelt saying is perfect for every celebration from Christmas to Kwanzaa, Hanukkah to New Years. Are anniversary gifts stumping you? quilt blanket weight complete with the anniversary date or a photo of the couple and the number of years they have been married will fit the occasion. There are so many ways to create a personalized blanket that no two gifts have to be the same.There are now light weight muslin blankets that are not only eco friendly but are breathable. These new swaddling blankets are so soft and light weight that a baby can breathe through them. There is no danger of suffocating with these blankets. These swaddling blankets can be used on tops of strollers for sun prevention and many are even SUV tested for sun resistance. These swaddlers are made of muslin or linen and can even be used to be a cover up during breast feed.Fleece baby blanket is made of soft wool fibers to keep the baby warm. These good quality fleece blanket do not shrink or get faded. These are available in different sizes and colors and even come in various designs, with the baby's name and birth date embroidered in them.So as you can see, there is no such thing as too many blankets. You can always find a good use for a good baby blanket and I have used every single one I got.A wise person once said "a picture says a thousand words". You know you captured the essence of that moment in a photo. Your picture is your own artwork. I found a way for you to transform your favorite photos, drawings, or artwork into timeless gifts; and a service on line where artisans stand ready to help you create an affordable masterpiece.Let me make this really easy. Get the newborn something personalized! Let's face it. The baby doesn't really care what you give. Gifts for newborns are all about the parents, especially Moms! A personalized gift is the one thing that no Mom can resist. A gift with the new baby's name or initials will delight the parents, get tons of ooooohs and ahhhhhs, and will never make it to a yard sale!There are also fleece, flannel, and cotton blankets that will keep a baby nice and toasty warm, and they can be machine washed. Fleece blankets should be washed in cold water and dried on low. Flannel blankets on the other hand, should be washed in warm water and dried at medium. Cotton blankets can be washed in warm to hot water and dried at a medium to high heat setting. White cotton blankets can also be bleached with chlorine bleach. A color safe bleach will work on dyed cottons. For a lightweight blanket perfect for summer, you could get a nice silky blanket for the wee one. Silky blankets are machine washable and dryable, and some get softer with each wash!