...because every blanket sold in the store these days is made of synthetics (yup, fleece is polyester, people)

...because I sew them large enough to swaddle the bambino as long as they need to

...because baby blankets look cuter with baby's monogrammed initial in the corner in a contrasting color

...because homemade gifts come from the heart, even not-very-unique ones like mine

...because every friend /family member I've given one to actually uses it, which is the best reason of all