Baby bibs

If you have a baby or toddler at home, you can make your own one-of-a-kind bibs that will not only catch drool, but look good too. Perfect for baby showers gifts too!

From my last fabric haul post, I had bought discounted bundle/packs of fat quarter fabric from Jo-Ann's Fabric store. This was perfect for this project, because 1) you can make 2 bibs per fabric 2) these packs have patterns/colors that work well with each other.  So if you don't want to think too hard in choosing which fabric/colors will go with what,  I highly recommend purchasing fabric in bundles.

Here are some cute bibs I made for my little one:

I made the bibs double-sided: the front has a cotton pattern and the back has soft thin flannel. For the first three below, I added more structure using an iron-on Heat N Bond Extra High Loft Fleece Fusible 20"X11 Yards-White. The last one (the kitty bib) just had fabric and fleece.  The good thing about the iron-on fleece is it adds an extra layer of absorption and the bib doesn't wrinkle in the wash (who wants to iron bibs!?). I used VELCRO Brand - Sew On Soft & Flexible - 30" x 5/8" Soft & Flexible Tape - White for the bib closure.

Close up of one of the bibs:

And on the back, flannel:

Close up of more bibs!

If you are just starting to learn how to sew bibs (like me),  I recommend using this free bib pattern from nanaCompany design.  I followed the instructions that is printed on the pattern. Super easy! Here's what it looks like and how I put it together (via tape):

These bibs get plenty of use in my home by my adorable drooling / teething baby. She can now drool in style and comfort. :)  In a future project, I'd like to explore different backings (chenille, terry cloth, waterproof fabric) and maybe add more types of fabric patterns in one bib. Until next time!