Sew Your Own Burp Cloths

I never understood the value of a good burp cloth until we had Emrie.  These things come in handy for far more than just burping {quick, get the poop off her leg...grrr, why didn't I bring the changing pad in...seriously, we are out of diapers NOW...WHAT, AND WIPES!} Good thing we had burp cloths handy.

Here is one way to make super heavy duty burp cloths. This amount of fabric will make 4 burp cloths

Supplies:
1/2 yard of flannel
1/2 yard of terry cloth
Sewing stuff

Directions:
Decide your shape and length.  I use a shape that is wider at the ends and skinnier in the middle so it fits over your shoulder pretty well.  My dimensions are:
Length:19"
Width at ends: 7"
Width in middle: 6"

Lay the flannel on top of the terry cloth.  Draw your shape on fabric and cut it out.  You will want to cut the flannel and terry cloth at the same time so they are exactly the same shape.

Pin the flannel to the terry cloth with right sides in and sew along the edge leaving a small opening so you can turn it right side out.

Flip the fabric right sides out, straighten it out and pin the edges down. 

Using a zig zag stitch, sew a decorative boarder around the burp cloth to help it keep its shape.

They offer really nice coverage {although undoubtedly spit up WILL get on the areas not covered:)

Now put it in your diaper bag and feel confident knowing you are prepared!

Or bundle a few together and it makes a nice gift!