burp cloths
I’m not sure what it is, but all four of my darlings have been ridiculous spitter-uppers {yuck}.
Which means I’ve gone through a lot of burp cloths.
With No.4 I finally realized that if I was going to be wearing a burp cloth on my shoulder for the better part of the day, I might as well make it cute as well as functional.
So here is my simple way to make:
Here is what you’ll need:
:: fabric {I used linen}
:: terry cloth
:: tape measure
:: scissors
:: pins
:: thread & sewing machine
STEP ONE: cut terry cloth to desired size
I cut mine 10 x 16
STEP TWO: cut fabric to the same dimension
STEP THREE: pin right sides together
STEP FOUR: sew together
Be sure to leave an opening in one side.
STEP FIVE: trim the edges
STEP SIX: turn inside out
STEP SEVEN: fold under and pin together the opening
STEP EIGHT: top stitch around the perimeter
This will close off the opening.
STEP NINE: add a second line of top stitching.
This is totally optional, but I thought it would give this one a fun detail.
Finished!
You can use chenille instead of terry cloth for the back side
add a label if you have one
chose any print {or solid} you like,
stack them up and enjoy!
Well, enjoy might not be the right word. But you get the idea.
kathy
Our church ladies group are doing handmade gifts for local hospitals and Save-A- Life , I’m gonna do these. Love it !
Jen
i made these!!! thanks for the amazing tutorial! i can’t wait to give them to my friend for her new baby.
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Tracy
as an expectant grammy for the first time i will be making some of these
Beth
Great idea! Our first little one is due in January, so I will have to start making these now!
Sam
Thank you for this wonderful idea. I just made these for my sister who is expecting her first child. I used a plain white cloth diaper as my back just becasue I had some new ones from my boys I never used. They turned out super cute.
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jennifer
Love, Love, Love your blog! Where did you get the jdc labels from that you put on the corner after they are made? I would love to have some made for me. Thanks for sharing the resource.
emily
You can buy similar labels here: http://www.armommy.com/the-label/
Lauren
Emily, I’m a first-timer to your blog, which I love love love. However, where do you find your fabrics?? Thank you
Lisa Daley
I love these! Was there a specific reason you used linen?
Just curious….
Michelle Hillaert
LOVE these! I have a 7 month old that is constantly spitting up everywhere and I’m always grasping for a towel or paper towel. I’m completely determined to make some. Thanks
Judy
I made a few of these for my future grandson…my daughter in law was just saying she needed more…found some scraps at Hobby Lobby that were perfect for the burp cloths…I had a white full sized towel and it was perfect. love your blog…I just happen to find it by accident…
judy
Kellie
I’m about a month away from my first baby’s due date and I saw a link to this DIY on Pinterest and decided to give it a whirl since I hadn’t purchased/received any burp cloths yet. I’m so happy I did, I loved personalizing something that I’m going to need use anyways
And this is much easier to complete than a quilt when you’re 8 months pregnant!
Toni
I’ve been making these for about 12 years. I use Gerber cloth diapers and flannel material. The few times I’ve given them as gifts at a baby shower it’s been to rave reviews and other people asking me where they could get them. I spend so much time maki 2 dozen as a gift that it is definitely a labor of love.
Heidi
Hello!
I just wanted to let you know that I came across this page on pinterest. I was looking for an easy first sewing project and I also have a little one who loves to spit up ALL THE TIME. Your burp clothes were my absolute favorites and the tutorial was awesome. I posted a few pics of my finished product on my personal blog and linked your amazing directions. Thank you, these are awesome!