Unique Christening Gowns

1860's heirloom based design

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sun, 22 May 2011 07:35:00 +0000

Based on the 1860's heirloom gown I have seen at the Perth Freemantle Jail , at the current exhibition Woman Transported .
Pure white silk gown , lined bodice with handbeaded crystal panel decorating the chest has been handstitched into place across the gathered yoke . Fine white guipure lace complements this eye catching design .

I'm still in two minds about the matching bonnet for this garment though ....

If you come across an Angel by Douglas Pagels

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 10:00:00 +0000

Everyday in the world around us , real life angels are doing the things they do

and bringing more smiles to the world around them.

Real- life angels build bridges instead of walls ....

They dont have hidden agendas.

They tend to be the only ones who understand what you're going through

If the sense you are hurting , they do whatever they can to help you.

Real-life angels understand difficulties and always give the benefit of the doubt.

They dont hold others up to the standards they cant live by themselves.

They are what "ineer beauty " is all about .

They dont hold things against you.

The only thing they hold ...... is ...... you .....

They take your hand in theirs when you could use some reassurance .

They walk besides you when you could use some guidance and direction in your life.

And they support you in your attempts to do what is right.

Real-life angels multiply your smiles and add to your integrity.

If you come across an angel, you are one of the luckiest people of all .

If someone in your life is like an angel to you ,

it's important to thank them.... for the blessing .

Few words from my heart

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:46:00 +0000

Would like to say thank you to Jess at Multitasking Woman Who Achieve Heaps for including my story in the Inspiring Woman articles . I hope in some small way this article will help to bring in much needed support to the angel cause.

Im not an angel mum, but I grew up around Angels . A lot of my own friends find it rather difficult to understand why I spent so much time talking to grieving mothers and fathers . Some of them , like many of your own friends , believe forget and dont speak of the departed babies is the easiest way to go through the life. How wrong are they ?

If only one person reading it gets strength and courage to reach out to a grieving family and not be afraid of the tears ... that will bring smile to my own face . Dont be afraid to mention Angel's names and lend a listening ear . Sharing tears and hugs is the biggest gift you can give to a grieving mum and dad , to their children and emidiate family .

Wishing you all a gentle day x x x Dana

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Mwwah.com.au Inspiring Woman

Gabriel's special day

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 20:40:00 +0000

Just got an email from Gabriel's parents who generously allowed me to share their son's special day with all of you here. Gabriel is wearing an off white silk dupion gown. The parents designed their son's Unisex baptismal gown. The have chosen the heirloom style guipure laces to complement the Unisex gown. The garment has an opening at the back ( with two buttons ) and it made it so easy to hold Gabriel safely and comfortably by all guests .

Replica of family treasure

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 08:10:00 +0000

A couple of months ago I have been asked to make replica's of 110 year old family heirloom gown . The orginal garment was handmade using fine cotton . The family wished for the replica to be in white silk dupion with guipure laces ... I am awaiting the email with photos from the special day .

I seem to be running short on time nowdays. I'm sorry I dont post on my blog as often as I would like to . I am sewing , raising family of three and being a part of the Angel Baby support community... I honestly wish , I could grow a spare pair of hands or two ! The days just go , I get up , check what has been happening overnight while getting kids ready for school , stay in chat for couple of hours , than go to my sewing room etc ... have a great day :D Dana

Love this quote

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:41:00 +0000

I'll be there - unknown

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 10:59:00 +0000

I cannot ease your aching heart

nor take your pain away ,

but let me stay and take your hand ,

and walk with you today .

I'll listen when you need to talk

I'll wipe away your tears

I'll share your worries when they come

I'll help to face your fears .

I'm here and I will stand by you

On each hill you have to climb

So take my hand, lets face the world ...

And live just one day at a time.

You're not alone, for I'm still here

I'll go that extra mile

And when your grief is easier

I'll help you learn to smile again !

A bird without wings , Celtic thunder

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:16:00 +0000

A Bird Without Wings

Damian McGinty from Celtic Thunder

Love the song and i hope it will touch your hearts as it has mine , hugs Dana

Precious white angel gown

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:48:00 +0000

I was asked to make an angel gown with a matching bonnet for a precious little girl . Pure white silk gown was edged with lovely white angel guipure lace and complemented by white silk threat embroidery across the skirt of the gown.

An Angel in the book of life
Wrote down your daughter's name
And whispered as she closed the book
' Too beautiful for this earth '

size 0000

Angel romper

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:13:00 +0000

I would like to introduce you to little Aidan . Isn't he adorable ?

Aidan is wearing an Angel romper . White silk dupion garment with baby blue pipping and embroidery across the chest . This romper has two invisible zips , one at the back and second in the crouch , for fast and easy access to change the bubba's nappy .

' Baby ' unisex handmade booties with matching baby blue covered buttons
complement this special christening outfit .

Special thank you to Aidan's parents for sending the photos and giving me their permission to share the baptism of their handsome young man with you all xox

touching story

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:13:00 +0000

A little girl was late coming home from school. The mother was both annoyed and worried when the little girl came through the door. The Mother demanded to know why the little girl was late. She said "Mommy I was walking home with Julie and halfway home Julie dropped her doll and broke it" "Oh honey" the mother replied "You were late because you helped Julie pick up the pieces and put her doll back together" The little girl replied "No Mommy, I didn't know how to fix the doll. I just stayed and helped her cry"

A Visitor From Heaven

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:00:00 +0000

By Twila Paris

A visitor from heaven

If only for a while

A gift of love to be returned

We think of you and smile

A visitor from heaven

Accompanied by grace

Reminding of a better love

And of a better place

With aching hearts and empty arms

We send you with a name

It hurts so much to let you go

But we're so glad you came

We're so glad you came

A visitor from heaven

If only for a day

We thank Him for the time

He gave And now it's time to say

We trust you to the Fathers love

And to His tender care

Held in the everlasting arms

And we're so glad you're there

We're so glad you're there

With breaking hearts and open hands

We send you with a name

It hurts so much to let you go

But we're so glad you came

We're so glad you came

author unknown

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:03:00 +0000

This is my wish for you:

Comfort on difficult days,
smiles when sadness intrudes,
rainbows to follow the clouds,
laughter to kiss your lips,
sunsets to warm your heart,
hugs when spirits sag,
beauty for your eyes to see,
friendships to brighten your being,
faith so that you can believe,
confidence for when you doubt,
courage to know yourself,
patience to accept the truth,
Love to complete your life.

My Angel by Jessica Bousfield

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 12:10:00 +0000

My angel is the one who looks over me

My angel is the who cares for me

My angel is the one who loves me

My angel has beautiful brown eyes

My angel has beautiful black hair

My angel will be there when I get hurt

My angel will be the one that is always on my mind

He is the angel that keeps me breathing

He is the angel of my dreams

He is the angel that keeps me alive

My angel will cheer me up when I’m sad

My angel will love me for me

He is my angel of my life

I'm going to tell you something

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 10:59:00 +0000

I'm going to tell you something
I hope you'll never have to know.
I'll tell you how a heart can break
And tears can constant flow.
I lost my baby girl you see,
An angel in my eyes.
God chose to take her hand one day
And led her to the skies.
But please do not forget my child.
She was a person too.
And forever she will live
Inside of me and you.
So, please don't ever tell me
That time will heal my pain
Because not even time
Can bring her back again.
Just tell me she is happy
In that land way up above
She's snuggled in an angels wings
All wrapped in Mummy's love

~ unknown

Once I was by Taikunping

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:56:00 +0000

Once I was a butterfly

...with jewel encrusted wings

Once I was a walrus

...with wiry whisker things !

Once I was a lily flower

...who floated on a pond

Once I was a grasshopper

...who sang his own sweet song

Once I was a beetle

...who lived below the ground

Once I was a caterpillar

...who made holes in leaves so round !

Once I was a rosebud flower

...who opened on a stem

Once I was a sweet songbird

...who soared the heavens so high

But now I am an octopus

...who floats upon the tide !

Whoever you are, wherever you are, love your inner nature, it makes your soul sing !

In loving light
March 2010
~Tai

They Say There is a Reason - uknown

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:57:00 +0000

They say there is a reason,
They say that time will heal,
But neither time nor reason,
Will change the way I feel,
For no-one knows the heartache,
That lies behind our smiles,
No-one knows how many times,
We have broken down and cried,
We want to tell you something,
So there won't be any doubt,
You're so wonderful to think of,
But so hard to be without.

~Author Unknown

Unique Christening Gowns Blog

Santa Blog

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:08:00 +0000

Santa for Angel Families

Christmas is a time when the world celebrates , a time of Joy , a time when families are together. For many families however christmas is a time when there is a large piece of their hearts missing, where they are grieving the tragic loss of a child. Babies and children taken to soon due to Miscarriage, SIDS ,Illness , Accidents..

Santa thejollyfatman , here and on facebook my aim is to give Angels families a safe, warm place to go during this time (although Santa is around during the year)
A place where Angels are remembered as they should be, with Love and Respect. A place where their loved ones can be with others who understand just how hard this time of year is.

This is a special Santa who is there for Angel siblings as well, trying to support them, bring some joy and laughter and bring them just a little fun, a small break from everyday life. Helping them to remember their brother or sister in Heaven with other sibling who are feeling the same.

quotes

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:00:00 +0000

“Never apologize for showing feeling.
When you do so, you apologize for the truth.”

Benjamin Disraeli

*

"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal."
~Author Unknown

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"Sorrow makes us all children again -
destroys all differences of
intellect. The wisest know nothing."

~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Unique Christening Gowns Blog

Angel Baby child loss parent support community needs your support

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:27:00 +0000

Angel Baby community is raising founds to print 1st edition of AB keepsake booklets for the distribution to the maternity hospitals . We need your help to make this happen .We as, community truly believe that these books are so needed right across the globe and AB is about bringing a change to support parents need right than and there ♥

The initial cost of $1570 for 3000 books requires a further $150 for every next 1000 books to be printed .

One booklet will cost AUD$0.65 ♥ 10 booklets $AUD6.50 ♥

Just think , if you can spare a cost of a cup of coffee , you will help to support 4 - 6 angel families , for the cost of any lunch fast food meal ? 10 - 14 families will receive not only a keepsake but the link to the support , link to our community . When a child grows their angel wings , the feeling of isolation is a overwhelming. Our youngest angel is 5 weeks gestation , oldest is 8 years of age . Together as community ,we can make a difference.

Every donor will receive an electronic certificate of appreciation ♥ your Precious Angel or Angels will be listed in the Loving Memory of page on AB site ♥ ♥ Memorial

How to make a payment :

go to your paypal account

send money

email address

support@ourangelbaby.org

choose GIFT as payment option ( no charges deducted of your donation )

and add amount you wish to donate ...in comments please add your dedication for your Precious Angel ♥ so we can update the Memorials page with his / her name ♥

approximate exchange rates :USD$5.00 = AUD$6.00 * AUD$5.oo =CAD$ 6.00 AUD$5.00 = GBP 3.90

AB keepsake booklets will have a full colour cover , black and white A5 internal pages

Inside cover

Certificate of Life

Name: ________________________

Precious child of
____________________________

Born on: ____________________________

Time: ____________

Place: _________________________

Weight: ______________ Length: ____________

Head circumference: ____________

Delivered by: _______________________

2nd page special paper for imprints * Your precious child’s Hand and feet ink prints*

pages 3 through 5 your wishes and wisdom form Time with your Angel page on our website x

6 blank pages to write the memories

Thank you for your support , every book will make an impact , every donation will make a difference , no matter how small . Please copy and post this post to your blogs and word-press .

The strength of a man

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:02:00 +0000

© July 15, 1999
Jacqueline Marie Griffiths
Scorpiox2x@aol.com
Reprinted here with permission

*
The strength of a man
isn't seen in the width
of his shoulders.
It's seen in the width
of his arms that circle you..

The strength of a man
isn't in the deep tone
of his voice.
It's in the gentle
words he whispers...

The strength of a man
isn't how many buddies he has.
It's how good a buddy
he is with his kids...

The strength of a man isn't
in how respected he is at work.
It's in how respected
he is at home...

The strength of a man
isn't in how hard he hits.
It's in how tender
he touches...

The strength of a man
isn't in the hair on his chest.
It's in his Heart,
that lies within his chest...

The strength of a man
isn't how many women he's loved.
It's in can he be
true to one woman...

The strength of a man
isn't in the weight he can lift.
It's in the burdens
he can carry...

© July 15, 1999
Jacqueline Marie Griffiths
Scorpiox2x@aol.com
Reprinted here with permission

Dear Dana,

Yes you can use my poem on your beautiful web site.The poem was written in the hopes others would enjoy it and share it with their loved ones. I do asks that you keep my copyright at the bottom of my poem and that you not use it for profit or financial gain.
Many Blessings to you and the others at Angel Baby for all that you do and the love you share.
Parents, and families who have lost a child so need a place to meet, talk, and share with others who understand. Again it is a beautiful web site.

Truly, Jacqueline Marie Griffiths

Awareness Video made by Rillees mummy

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:12:00 +0000

Child Loss Awareness Video

made by Rillees Mummy

In My Dreams by Madison Mathieu

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:34:00 +0000

She came to me in my dreams
An Angel through and through
Took my hand and softly whispered
“Mommy, I’ve been watching you!”

I watch you when you’re laughing
I shed tears with you when you cry
I know you still have so many questions
And secretly you still ask why.

On your pillow is where I lay
When I come to you at night
I try my hardest to reach out to you
To let you know I am alright.

I’m proud of you mommy
For keeping my memory bright
You try so hard to hang on to me
Even though I’m out of sight.

Please don’t be so sad anymore
I’m with you in your heart
And when your time comes to join me
I promise we’ll never be apart.

So laugh and let me see your smile
Cause it makes me smile too
Look to the sky for the brightest star
That’s me mommy, saying I love you!

In loving memory of precious Angel Kaydence

An Angel Never Dies

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:29:00 +0000

Don’t let them say I wasn’t born,

That something stopped my heart

I felt each tender squeeze you gave,

I’ve loved you from the start..

Although my body you can’t hold

It doesn’t mean I’m gone

This world was worthy,not of me God chose

that I move on..I know the pain that drowns your soul,

What you are forced to face

You have my word,

I’ll fill your arms,

Someday we will embrace..

You’ll hear that it was meant to be,

God doesn’t make mistakes

But that wont soften your worst blow,

Or make your heart not ache..

I’m watching over all you do,

Another child you’ll bear

Believe me when I say to you,

That I am always there..

There will come a time,I promise you,

When you will hold my hand,

Stroke my face and kiss my lips

And then you’ll understand..

Although I’ve never breathed your air,

Or gazed into your eyes

That doesn’t mean I never was,

An Angel never dies..

By suteishiijein 2008

New Year's Resolutions for Bereved Parents

noreply@blogger.com (Unique Gowns) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:21:00 +0000

I Resolve:

That I will grieve as much and for as long as I feel like grieving, and that I will not let others put a time table on my grief.

That I will grieve in whatever way I feel like grieving, and I will ignore those who try to tell me what I should or should not be feeling and how I should or should not be behaving.

That I will cry whenever and wherever I feel like crying, and that I will not hold back my tears just because someone else feels I should be "brave" or "getting better" or "healing by now."

That I will talk about my child as often as I want to, and that I will not let others turn me off just because they can't deal with their own feelings.

That I will not expect family and friends to know how I feel, understanding that one who has not lost a child cannot possibly know how I feel.

That I will not blame myself for my child's death, and I will constantly remind myself that I did the best job of parenting I could possibly have done. But when feelings of guilt are overwhelming, I will remind myself that this is a normal part of the grief process and it will pass.

That I will not be afraid or ashamed to seek professional help if I feel it is necessary.

That I will commune with my child at least once a day in whatever way feels comfortable and natural to me, and that I won't feel compelled to explain this communion to others or to justify or even discuss it with them.

* I will keep the truth in my heart--the truth that my child is always with me in spirit.

That I will try to eat, sleep, and exercise every day in order to give my body strength it will need to help me cope with my grief.

To know that I am not losing my mind and I will remind myself that loss of memory, feelings of disorientation, lack of energy, and a sense of vulnerability are all a normal part of the grief process.

To know that I will heal, even though it will take a long time.

To let myself heal and not feel guilty about not feeling better sooner.

To remind myself that the grief process is circuitous--that is, I will not make steady upward progress. And when I find myself slipping back into the old moods of despair and depression, I will tell myself that "slipping backward" is also a normal part of the mourning process, and that these moods, too, will pass.

To try to be happy about something for some part of every day, knowing that at first, I may have to force myself to think cheerful thoughts so eventually they can become a habit.

That I will reach out at times and try to help someone else, knowing that helping others will help me to get over my depression.

That even though my child is dead, I will opt for life, knowing that is what my child would want me to do.

~From the Brooksville/Spring Hill FL. TCF Newsletter

thank you Leanna mum to precious Angel Nicholas for sharing x hugs x Dana