Baby Showers are such an exciting time for Mums-To-Be and the best part about the special day is “Present Time”. Everyone paws over the tiny clothes, remembering just how small a newborn is.

So what do you get for a baby shower present? Well, I have noticed that when the mum-to-be opens up something hand made, it almost always gets the biggest reaction! You see all baby presents are welcomed and appreciated, but when something unique is made just for your baby ” it makes you feel REALLY special.

You’ll also get special mention for a long time after the baby is born. “Aunt Tracey made this blankie especially for you”.

If you can sew a straight line – You CAN do this. It’s really easy and here I have listed a step-by-step outline to making a cute blankie.

HAND-MADE BLANKIES!

STEP 1: Go to the nearest shop (eg. Spotlight or Lincraft) and look for flannelette fabric

STEP 3: Pick out 2 fabrics that you like for either side of the blankie. Get creative and mix and match. If you don’t know what sex the baby is, then maybe do one side pink pattern and the other a blue pattern.

Elmo, the red-furred Muppet at Sesame Street, has become very popular until now. For over 20 years in the industry, Elmo has been known for its unforgettable appearance with its red fur, large eyes and orange nose. He is simply adored by his viewers for being optimistic, outgoing, imaginative and friendliness.

The person responsible for the character of Elmo is Kevin Clash. Elmo was just known as a Little Monster until Clash introduced him with his trademark giggle and positive outlook. Clash’s puppeteer passion put Elmo into a different level and gave enough energy to show-off its character. His strong enthusiasm inspired others to develop Elmo’s character.

Elmo’s birthday is on February 3 and he is self-described as three and a half years old. He enjoys learning, laughing, looking at books and playing. He has a pet goldfish named Dorothy, which accompanies him on his daily show, “Elmo’s World”.

Elmo became a sure hit and have guested in different talk shows like The Rosie O’Donnell Show, Martha Stewart Living, The Tony Danza Show, Rove Live, Oprah and The View. He also appeared on popular shows like Teen Kids News, Emeril Live! and The West Wing. He is the first and only non-human puppet to testify before the US Congress, as requested by Rep. Duke Cunningham in April 2002.

The people who’ve created Elmo Live have done a wonderful job. It’s not a simple accomplishment to make an animated character cross his legs, sit, stand, move his mouth, laugh, talk and a lot more. Elmo Live is a bona fide hit – one of the finest this holiday season.

Astounding animations make Elmo Live seem like the actual thing. Elmo Live speaks, sings, tells jokes, and even realizes when he falls down. Elmo Live is described as the toy of the future because of its marvel of present technology. Shockingly, Elmo Live is pretty heavy. Elmo acts and looks much better than he feels. Elmo Live is one live wire. The suggested age for this toy is 18 months and up. Fisher-Price made Elmo Live.

The greatest part about Elmo Live is the way he moves. There’s a little blue chair that comes along with Elmo Live which Elmo sits on while telling his tales. He even crosses his legs and can stand and move around without falling. The only time Elmo Live fell was when he did it purposely. The “falling” part is one of the greatest parts about Elmo Live. When Elmo’s fallen, he asks you if you can give him a hand.