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Our Items
We assemble a variety of items for delivery to the area hospitals. All
items are crafted by our volunteers and are finished with a Threads of Love
Label. A packet may have items by more than one volunteer - the sewing may
be done by one person and the knit cap by another. You don't have to
finish all the items in a packet - we will combine all our volunteers' talents!
ALL items are accompanied by a small prayer card, printed in English and
Spanish, to let the recipients know
of God's love for them. Our mission is to share His love with those in
need, not simply to dress babies!
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Sleepy Vest Packets
The Sleepy Vest is a special garment for those babies who are too small, or
have too much monitoring equipment to wear standard clothes. The vests are
designed to be easy to wrap around the baby, without requiring arms and heads to
pass through tight openings. They are also designed to allow easy access
for tubing and wires. They help brighten up the isolette and help the
parents see their preemie as a 'real' baby to promote bonding. The vest
packet contains a vest, coordinating blanket and hand-made hat.
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Bereavement Packets
Our bereavement packets are intended for those parents who are dealing with
the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death. Our
goal is to provide a little comfort at a very difficult time by dressing their
precious angel in an appropriate-sized gown for viewing and/or burial. The
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Hats, Booties, Blankets & Other Yarn-craft Items
Our hats and booties are hand sewn, crocheted or knitted. They are needed in a
variety of sizes and colors. Each packet contains a hand crafted hat, and
hats are also delivered loose with a hang tag. We have patterns available
for the small sizes. Use the "Contact Us" form
to request a pattern book, or visit the "Links" page for
websites that offer free knit and crochet patterns.
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Snugglies
The 'Snuggly' is a hooded pad that is made from flannel and quilted for
softness and warmth. It is used to swaddle the infant to provide a feeling
of security. The straps can also be used to restrain little arms that pull
on the tubing and wires that are often needed for the NICU babies.
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Lovie Dolls
Lovie dolls are soft sock dolls with the purpose of beginning the bonding
process between Mom, Dad and baby. Each parent can hold the doll close and
transfer their scent to the materials. When the doll is placed in the
isolette, the baby can feel a connection to their parents, even when they are
not physically present.
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Guardian Angel Dolls
Our newest item is the Guardian Angel doll. Made from soft flannel, these
blanket dolls are similar to our Lovie Dolls and may be used in the same manner
to promote early bonding and comfort. They have been 'approved' by baby
Jaylee (at left) as great for holding and hugging!
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Isolette Covers
Our isolette covers are used to provide darkness and solitude for the babies
in the NICU. The darkness and quiet encourage deep sleep which helps the
babies to grow and heal. Some are made with a solid color backing for
babies born addicted to drugs who may be experiencing the symptoms of withdrawal
and are extra sensitive to light and noise. The bright printed top side
helps bring color into the NICU to cheer staff and parents. The covers are
especially sized to fit the isolettes and have button-up flaps to ensure easy
access into the isolette for staff, or to let in more light when needed.
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'Taggies' & Other Blankets
"Taggies" are blankets made with ribbons sewn in around the edges. When
the babies get big enough, they love to spend some 'tummy time' on these
blankets, grabbing for the ribbon loops. It's great exercise for them and
the blankets are so cute too. We also make other blankets which are given
to the families to take home. Any type of blanket is welcomed - knit,
crocheted, quilted, etc as long as it is hand made. The general size is
anywhere from 18X20 for a small receiving blanket to 50X40 for the larger
blankets that can be used over the isolette.
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