Here are two easy ideas for a new baby. I stitched two receiving blankets together to make one, super warm, cozy blankie and added some fun embroidery to accent the pattern. I used coordinating embroidery floss and stitched a circular pattern. I then did the same pattern on a onesie to match. The embroidery really didn't take long at all, and it adds a special touch for a special new baby. A personalized message or the baby's name could be added as well. You could use two yards of flannel in coordinating patterns instead of the receiving blankets. Also, you can quilt as much or as little as you like on the blanket. I try to quilt a little bit all over the blanket.
