What decisions do you need to make before monogramming a baby gift?

Monogramming a baby blanket or outfit is the most elegant touch you can add. A monogram makes every gift special.  It is very important to decide the order of the initials for the monogram.  3 letter monograms are available in many styles.  Some monograms put the last name in the middle and some put all of the initials in the order of the names.  It is easy to make a mistake and put the middle name where the last name should be.  

Monograms are available in many shapes and sizes, so here are some tips to help you select the perfect monogram for your personalized baby gift: 

  1. Choose the correct monogramming style.  If you want all of the baby's initials to be the same size choose the block 3 letter monogram.  The letters in an ABM monogram are all the same size and start with the first initial of the first name, then the middle name and finally the last name.  The font is usually block.  This size of this monogram can range from half an inch, which is just large enough to fit on an infant lap shirt or six inches, which  would  look terrific on the front of a diaper bag.  If you want  more traditional monogram, choose a monogram with the initial of the last name larger than the other two initials.  These monograms are also 3 letters, but the middle letter is the last name and is larger than the first and last initials.  The font can be block or script, and looks best when each letter is at least one inch apart.
  2. Monogram baby items that you want to be important.  Monograms look great on baby blankets, pillows, clothing, quilts, towels, shopping cart covers, car seat covers, diaper bags, towels, and baby wipe cases.
  3. Decide where to put a large monogram.  I recommend putting large monograms on baby blankets and quilts.  The monogram is embroidered in the middle of the blanket or centered on the bottom of the blanket.  If the quilt has a border, the monogram is equally beautiful on the top of the quilt or on the bottom.
  4. Smaller monogram look best when angled in the corner of a blanket. 
  5. Smaller monograms are my choice for baby clothing.  After all, the baby is the feature, and you don't want the monogram overpowering the star attraction.  Embroider small monograms on the collar, or right side near the neck of the baby's clothing.
  6. Choosing the color of the monogram is very important.  You need to decide if the monogram is the feature of the item or just an accent.  If you want the monogram to be noticeable, make sure the thread color is a contrast to the fabric.  For example, if your blanket is light blue, choose a navy or chocolate brown embroidery.  If your blanket is hot pink, choose white as a contrasting color.  White thread on a dark background creates a beautiful contrast as shown in the picture to the left.  Sometimes, you want a very soft monogram and might choose a soft blue on  a blue background or light pink on a white background. The color choice is very important, so take your time in selecting the right color.
  7. Monograms offer a good alternative when you have a baby with very long names or a middle name that is the mother's family name.  Many blankets don't have room for three names or two very lengthy names. With a monogram, you can use all of the baby's names as initials, and you can create a personalized gift that will please everyone.

 

Monograms make everything look luxurious and costly.  They add a touch of class to all of the baby's accessories, and every monogrammed item becomes a special personalized keepsake.