100 Good Wishes Quilt

As you know we are adopting Maeve from Vietnam. Before deciding on Vietnam we researched several other countries to adopt from. One being China. In researching China adoption, I learned about a tradition in Northern China called the 100 Good Wishes Quilt. I thought this was such a nice idea. What a special gift for any baby born anywhere!

Here is a little info:

To welcome and celebrate a new life, there is a tradition in the northern part of China to make a Bai Jia Bei, or 100 Good Wishes Quilt. It is a custom to invite 100 people to contribute a single square patch of cloth. The 100 patches are sewn together into a quilt that contains the luck, energy, and good wishes from all the families and friends who contributed a piece of fabric. The quilt is then passed down from generation to generation.

At this time I am asking you help us with our quilt for baby Maeve! It will truly mean alot to us if you participate.

Below is some info, if you wish to participate:

• Select a fabric that is meaningful to you.
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• 100% cotton fabric is best, as it washes and wears better.
• Fabric should measure about 10"x10"
• Please include a wish from you and sign your name on a seperate piece of paper or index card or note card....whatever works for you.
• Mail it to me!

Please contact me if you have any questions!