I made these bibs and burp cloths before I actually had Annabelle. I gave some as gifts and always wondered if they were good gifts or not. It’s hard to ask someone that you’ve given a gift to if they liked them.
So, what do I think? I didn’t care for the burp cloths. Partially because they were too small and partially because of the materials I used. I used batting and two pieces of flannel fabric. When I make them again I want to make them bigger and try different fabrics. Maybe a absorbent knit or terry cloth fabric next time and I would most definitely not use batting, it’s not necessary. Here’s a pattern similar to the one I used.
I actually really like the bibs. I used a terrycloth fabric for the back and cotton or flannel fabric for the front. They’re a good size for Annabelle now that she’s starting to slobber and drool. They’ll most definitely be too tight in a few months and I’m not sure how they’re going to work when she really starts eating because they’re pretty small. Here is the pattern I used. What’s great about bibs and burp cloths is that they’re quick and easy. I can make a couple during one of Annabelle’s naps. I’d love to try this pattern and this one too. The ones above Annabelle uses and these have been washed several times!
