That is soooo cute. Thank you for sharing.

I have done several embroidery baby quilts and never have used an extra backing. I have noticed that the shrinking on mine was from pulling my thread too tight as I go. I just finished one and tried to not pull as hard but still have a little tightness but I can pull it and stretch it out. BTW your quilts are very beautiful and the work looks great to me. I would be proud to own those.

Thank you all for the kind words (and the insight into what may have caused the rippling in the blocks)!

What a lucky nephew! Such heritage for him! Beautiful!

Many years ago I did a cross stitched crib cover of the alphabet. When completed I could not give it away. That was 40 years ago. I know how much time and effort went into your piece of art. Beautiful. I hope it becomes an heirloom for the recipient.

That is one awesome quilt!

Aww, this is really cute!

Loved your story and how beautiful the quilt is with your mother's embroidery! Great job!

You did a beautiful job finishing this quilt I bet your mom would be so proud of you and that your sister is just thrilled!
You have created a beautiful generational quilt!!!!!!

Wonderful quilt!