garard,
love this pattern.. working on sampler now for nephew & wife expecting 1st baby in Sept.
your choice is a busier than the one I'm working on..
start early so it can be ready (except for vital info) when baby arrives..
I like to complete mine & take it (unframed & unfinished) to baby shower.. then, I take it back w/ me until the happy event arrives & I can complete it..
it will be beautiful I"m sure..
happy stitching..