The diapers were incredibly simple to make, so if you are just a beginner sewer, go ahead and give these a whirl - you will definitely be able to handle this project. If you have a little girl (or boy) in your life, these would make a perfect Christmas gift!!
I used the cloth diaper template from Skip to my Lou (www.skiptomylou.org ), but then just did things a little differently to make them adjustable. Here is the link to the Skip to my Lou template: http://www.skiptomylou.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/baby-doll-diaper-11.pdf
Supplies:
Fabric (yardage depends on how many diapers you plan to make - 1 yard of each would make plenty of diapers)
-Outer fabric: Snuggle Flannel
-Inner fabric: Fleece
-Skip to my Lou pdf template
Velcro
Matching Thread
Sewing Machine
Straight Pins
Scissors
Iron
Directions:
Print out baby doll diaper pattern (pdf link above). Pin pattern on fold of fabric. Cut 2 diapers (one from the outer fabric and one from the inner).
Then get out your baby doll and make sure they are a good fit - we had to try Miss Ava's baby doll diapers out on Elmo.
Yep, a perfect fit!!
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ReplyDeleteCute and what a great idea for a gift. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteElmo is always such a good sport!!! Love it!
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thanks for the idea. My nieces would love some of these for their 'babies'! I'm your newest follower! I found you on a soft place to land.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I am expecting my fourth child next month, and planning to give the three older ones each a new baby doll so they can "help" take care of babies too. My 2 1/2 year old son insists that baby dolls should have diapers, and I didn't know how to make any for him. Now I can. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this tutorial. I've made doll diapers before but they weren't fitted. This is a great idea to make fitted ones.
ReplyDeleteYou probably have a reason that I don't know about for putting the rough velcro upward and the soft velcro on the tabs. But -- that rough velcro is really rough on little hands and scratches them. I've always put the smooth velcro upward and the rough on the tabs. That way it's not exposed and won't hurt.
Love your website!
These are great. I have used the velcro across the front on "decorated felt" diapers and have put the soft strip across the front so it doesn't catch on things and is soft to the kids. I have so enjoyed your blog and website. Great creativity. Thanks so much for sharing
ReplyDeleteThese are great. I have used the velcro across the front on "decorated felt" diapers and have put the soft strip across the front so it doesn't catch on things and is soft to the kids. I have so enjoyed your blog and website. Great creativity. Thanks so much for sharing
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