How to Attach a Baptism Symbols Embroidery Add-On to a Blanket

Quick answer

Attach the baptism symbols embroidery add-on by centering it on the blanket’s front, matching the thread to the blanket color, and securing it with small, even stitches around the design’s border. Work on a flat surface and check placement before you sew.

Steps to attach the embroidery add-on

1. Lay the blanket flat and mark the center: Spread the blanket on a clean, flat surface and fold it in half both ways to find the center point. Mark it with a pin or a water-soluble fabric pen. Common mistake: marking on the back side by accident—keep the mark on the front where the embroidery will sit. Double-check the mark is on the front and centered before you place the design.
2. Position the embroidery and pin it in place: Place the baptism symbols embroidery add-on on the marked spot and step back to check the placement from a short distance. Pin the design at the corners and midpoints, keeping pins parallel to the edges. Common mistake: pinning only the corners, which lets the center shift while you sew. Use at least six pins around the border for a design larger than four inches.
3. Thread a needle with matching or contrasting thread: Choose a thread color that matches the embroidery thread if you want the stitches to disappear, or a slightly darker shade if you want a visible outline. Use a single strand for fine work. Common mistake: using a thread that is too thick, which makes the border look bulky. Test the thread on a scrap of similar cotton fabric before you begin.
4. Stitch around the border with small, even stitches: Start at a corner and work a small running or whip stitch just inside the embroidery’s edge, keeping stitches about one-eighth inch long. Keep the tension loose enough that the blanket doesn’t pucker. Common mistake: pulling each stitch tight, which distorts the cotton front. Smooth the blanket after every few stitches to check for puckering.
5. Secure the thread and remove the pins: Finish by knotting the thread on the back side and trimming the tail close to the knot. Remove pins one at a time, smoothing the fabric as you go. Common mistake: cutting the thread too short before knotting, which lets the stitches loosen. Leave a two-inch tail until the knot is tied, then trim.
6. Press the blanket gently from the back: Turn the blanket over and press the embroidered area with a warm iron using a pressing cloth. Avoid steam directly on the embroidery. Common mistake: ironing the front directly, which can flatten the raised stitches. Let the blanket cool flat before folding or wrapping.

Product facts

• Baptism Symbols Embroidery Add-On: Available in white, ivory, blue, or pink embroidery thread and multiple sizes. You can match the thread to the blanket’s base color or the baby’s nursery palette, and pick a size that fits the blanket’s front panel without crowding it.

  

• CLASSIC Baptism Blanket: The CLASSIC Baptism Blanket is made of cotton with a batiste underlining and comes in white or ivory. The smooth cotton front gives you a stable surface for hand-stitching, while the batiste lining means you should keep stitches shallow so they don’t show through the back.