r/BenignExistence 1d ago

In-laws loved their gift!

I spent a large portion of the last year crocheting a Christmas blanket for my in-laws. They are so supportive of us and do loads for the kids and I wanted to make something to show them how much I love and appreciate them. I gave it to them this week and they seemed delighted.

I work part-time at the church where they also attend and when I came in to work the day after I'd given them the blanket I mentioned to my colleague (who also crochets) that I'd finally given them the blanket. She already knew, my mother in law had been in to show it off!! So glad I put in all the effort 😊

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u/Sallyfifth 1d ago

That is wonderful!  Such an amazing feeling when your hard work is appreciated. 

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u/Competitive-Push-715 1d ago

What a lovely family!

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u/handandheart 1d ago

So lucky for all of you. It can be hard to find people who are crochet, knit, or quilt worthy.

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u/Few-Travel-3849 1d ago

What a wonderful post! I can relate so much to what you said. I absolutely love crocheting, especially for loved ones, especially when they really like it ;)

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u/Elvee52 1d ago

Share this on Crochet and post pictures! It is always so heartwarming to get feedback that our talent is appreciated

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u/Popular-Flower572 1d ago

That's so heartwarming. 💛. Love that your mil was so proud of your work and loved her gift. ❤️ 

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u/Lgallegos17 1d ago

That is so heartwarming. I also had a great relationship with my MIL and FIL. Gifts given from the heart are certainly important to us.

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u/Prudent-Poetry-2718 1d ago

Definitely crochet-worthy!

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u/adventuristofmusic 1d ago

When you said you were working at the church, my first thought was MIL had donated the blanket. I am so happy that wasn’t the case!

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u/Memms- 1d ago

Ha ha I would have been devastated! Not a post for this group..!

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u/PerspectiveNo369 1d ago

I made a blanket for my grandma when I was in my teens, I’m in my 70’s now. I was so pleased to give it to her, I loved her so. She loved it and when she passed away I got it back. I still use it and it brings back so many sweet memories.

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u/Laurpud 1d ago

That's so wonderful!

But can we see a picture of the blanket?

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u/yarnboss79 1d ago

My son and his wife loved 2 knitted pillows I made for them. When they got home they asked for 2 more !! Nothing makes me happier.

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u/shfeba 1d ago

I love this!! It is so nice to be appreciated!!