Giraffe for Thomas.
Louise.
Crochet.
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about the piece.
Our son Thomas was born at sleeping at just 20 weeks. I really wanted Thomas to take something I had made with him and so I crocheted this little giraffe for him the night before his funeral. I was still sewing bits on in the car. At first I was quite distressed that he wasn't finished but someone gently pointed out that neither was Thomas. I chose a giraffe because we had planned to decorate the nursery with them. We're hoping that we can continue the theme with any future children. -Louise
about the artist.
I'm 38 years old and Thomas was my first child, we have been trying for over six years. My partner and I 'suffer' social infertility and have had to rely on the kindness of donors in our hope to have a child. I have continued to make little crochet animals as it helps me feel closer to my son. I never know who they're for until I'm finished. I like to think Thomas is choosing for me. - Louise
