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The smallest of these preemie babies:
Are just longer than the palm of your hand
Their heads are smaller than the opening of a styrofoam cup and they weigh the equivalent of 6 sticks of butter.
Tips For Making Preemie Items
Yarns and fabrics used must be very, very soft.
Fabric, knitted and crocheted hats must have plenty of stretch, enabling it to fit snuggly on the baby's head without creating too much pressure.
The best patterns for knitted or crocheted blankets and afghans are ones without large gaps or holes that tiny fingers and toes can get tangled in.
Velcro works well on T-shirts and gowns. Closures can be made on the shoulders or on the front or back at the top. The remainder of the shirt or gown can be left open for easy access
to tubes and wires. Be careful not to leave sharp edges with Velcro which could cut the baby's skin.
Snaps are better used on newborn items.
Burial gowns are always left open down the back. This applies to both preemie and newborn sizes. Don't be afraid to use some soft pastel colors. White and cream are nice, but parents
also enjoy seeing soft colors on their little one.
Ties on shirts or gowns are not recommended as they tend to get in the way of tubes and wires
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