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Post by jenjie on Aug 6, 2014 0:22:30 GMT
Have you heard of this? In case anyone is interested... Angel Gowns are where you can donate your wedding gown and it will be remade into several gowns for babies who pass away. As NILMDTS photographers preserve the memory of these precious children, these gowns are donated for them to be buried in. One of the seamstresses who does this came across my facebook feed today. I google searched and it looks like there are quite a few who do this. A few that explain how this works: NICU helping hands - "NICU Helping Hands’ Angel Gown Program began in 2013 because we recognized the overwhelming need to support families who lost a baby while in the hospital. Our Angel Gown Program provides comfort for families by providing a beautiful gown for final photos and for burial services. There is no greater gift that can be given to a grieving family than affirming the importance of the life of their child by offering this simple gift. Sewn with love by volunteer seamstresses, donated wedding gowns are used to create beautiful gowns for families grieving the death of their child. It is an honor for us to provide gowns free of charge to any family or hospital requesting our Angel Gown garments." Angel gowns - "Having worked in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for a decade, I have seen too many families suffer the unimaginable loss of a child. Very often these are the smallest of our babies, much too tiny for any traditional baby clothing. To have to go out into the happy world of baby shopping in the midst of such grief to attempt to find something both special enough and small enough to lay your precious bundle to rest in… there just are not words for that pain. In the search for something to do with my wedding gown that would have special meaning to me, I decided that I wanted to take my gown and remake it into gowns to gift to these parents for their little angels."
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Post by cmhs on Aug 6, 2014 0:27:05 GMT
I have heard of this and have been contemplating donating my gown for some time now. In fact, the thought crossed my mind again today as I have been on a decluttering kick. Came here and saw this thread -- must be a sign it's time for me to donate!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2014 0:32:53 GMT
Having had a baby who died, I think this is a fabulous idea. My Jessica was buried in a sleeper, because that's all my husband could find that would fit her tiny body. Even though it happened 30 years ago, I don't think I can emotionally handle clicking the link. I'll have one of my friends look at it, so I can make a donation of some type in her name.
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Post by jenjie on Aug 6, 2014 0:36:11 GMT
@bgpa I'm so sorry about your precious Jessica.
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Post by 950nancy on Aug 6, 2014 0:36:29 GMT
What a sweet idea. I donated mine to a seamstress who used the acres of lace and fluff (80's) to make baptismal gowns.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2014 1:30:30 GMT
I now know what to do with my mother's wedding gown. I think she would be proud. Thanks for the link.
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Post by txdancermom on Aug 6, 2014 1:35:11 GMT
A local TV station did a feature on this and offered to be a collection point for gowns - they got hundreds! and they talked to some of the people bringing dresses, and there were stories with each dress.
it is a labor of love.
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Post by PinkPrincess77 on Aug 6, 2014 1:57:58 GMT
I was in Indianapolis this weekend and had meant to donate mine and forgot to bring it. However, there is a local chapter starting up so I'll end up donating it to them. I think it's wonderful.
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Post by tidegirl on Aug 6, 2014 2:53:47 GMT
TFS, I had never heard of this program. What a wonderful gift for all involved.
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Post by SnowWhite on Aug 6, 2014 2:56:45 GMT
I sent mine to someone from 2peas who had a similar business. That was probably 7 years ago now (I've been divorced for 8 or so).
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Post by doesitmatter on Aug 6, 2014 2:56:54 GMT
Thank you for this info - been looking for somewhere to donate my gown and this is perfect.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2014 3:03:19 GMT
Just sent the e-mail asking where to send the dress. I'm really looking forward to hearing back.
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Post by jenjie on Aug 6, 2014 3:10:00 GMT
Just sent the e-mail asking where to send the dress. I'm really looking forward to hearing back. <3 <3 <3
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Post by mom2jnk on Aug 6, 2014 20:04:30 GMT
Having had a baby who died, I think this is a fabulous idea. My Jessica was buried in a sleeper, because that's all my husband could find that would fit her tiny body. Even though it happened 30 years ago, I don't think I can emotionally handle clicking the link. I'll have one of my friends look at it, so I can make a donation of some type in her name. I am so sorry for your loss, bpga. I had heard of this organization a few weeks ago and was considering donating my dress. I think you sharing the story of your Jessica helped me to make my decision this afternoon.
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Post by scrappert on Aug 6, 2014 20:16:21 GMT
This is a great idea. I wondered what I was going to do with my gown, this is perfect.
Thank you for sharing!
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Post by papersilly on Aug 6, 2014 20:25:32 GMT
this is a fabulous idea! I would love to donate my wedding dress for something like that. after 24 years, I have no use for it. it's just sitting in a closet, professionally cleaned and packed in a box.
ETA: okay, I just read the info on the website. as soon as I can remove the crenoline from my dress, it will be easier to put in the box and mail. thanks again for posting this Jenjie!
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Post by tuesdaysgone on Aug 6, 2014 20:54:46 GMT
I'd never heard of this before, so thanks for sharing. My wedding dress has been hanging in the guest room closet for 21 years! I will be sending it off ASAP.
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Post by welshjenni on Aug 6, 2014 21:05:24 GMT
What a wonderful idea - I am sure that the families really appreciate such a kind gesture.
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Post by redayh on Aug 6, 2014 21:08:36 GMT
That is really awesome. But I have to say, those little gowns the length of a pencil, make me incredibly sad.
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Post by craftyho on Aug 6, 2014 23:19:55 GMT
I just donated mine a couple of weeks ago.
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Post by phoenixcov on Aug 6, 2014 23:31:32 GMT
I wonder if we have anything similar in the UK. I love to hand sew and would feel honoured to make Angel gowns. Will be checking that out asap.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2014 2:16:10 GMT
Just heard back. After I have the dress cleaned it's getting shipped to a seamstress in Vermont. I'll try and post pictures of the process. I might need the Peas help with that part
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Post by jenjie on Aug 7, 2014 2:18:50 GMT
That is really awesome. But I have to say, those little gowns the length of a pencil, make me incredibly sad. I agree.
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Post by jenjie on Aug 7, 2014 2:24:07 GMT
I wonder if we have anything similar in the UK. I love to hand sew and would feel honoured to make Angel gowns. Will be checking that out asap. What a blessing this will be for these heartbroken parents.
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Post by mztfied on Aug 7, 2014 2:44:05 GMT
I love this idea. Rather than the dress just sitting in a box in a closet this would be such a wonderful gift.
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Post by caro on Aug 7, 2014 2:47:07 GMT
I wish I still had my wedding gown. What a great organization.
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Post by kelkel on Aug 7, 2014 3:16:58 GMT
Thank you! I have been contemplating what to do with my gown...now I know!
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Post by PinkPrincess77 on Aug 7, 2014 11:48:54 GMT
I'll be donating mine to a local chapter. It's just hanging in my closet and I'll never be able to wear it again, so I'd much rather donate it and use the extra space for more clothes
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Post by gonewalkabout on Aug 7, 2014 12:26:40 GMT
I have not heard of this. What a great idea! I'll be checking into it.
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Post by papersilly on Aug 13, 2014 17:48:30 GMT
okay, I got my wedding dress from my mom's house. I know, I know....Princess Di puffy sleeves. what can I say? it was 1991. i haven't seen it or touched it in almost 24 years. after cutting through 3 boxes to get to it, here is a photo of it. sorry it's blurry. that's what happens when a man takes a photo. LOL. once I cut out the crinoline underneath, I can ship it.
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