The best gift you can give to people is your time and attention. That's why I don't spend hours looking around in a shop to find a perfect present. I always look for inspiration and make the present myself. And what can be a better present for a newborn than a rattle.

I had to concentrate on a creative baby themed project. Browsing the net I came across Sock Animal Rattle on Homemade By Jill. The toy is entirely hand sewn and Jill says that thanks to its soft, protruding ears it may become baby's best-loved friend. If you want a similar present for older kids have a look at Sock Bunny, we presented some time ago.

Do you make sock animals? If you have your own designs share them with other handimaniacs on our website.

A step-by-step tutorial on Sock Animal Rattle is here.

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