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February 2, 2020 By Brandy 14 Comments

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Decorative Baby Wash Cloths Sewing Tutorial

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Looking for a sweet and simple baby shower gift? These decorative wash cloths for baby come together in just minutes and cost about $.50 to make! So soft and perfect for bath time.
decorative wash cloths for baby
I went to a baby shower a few weeks ago and the new mom received a pack of decorative wash cloths for baby. They were so simple and sweet and I thought to myself, “I could totally make those!”
decorative wash cloths for baby stacked
The baby wash cloths had been purchased from a boutique, but were simply made out of a wash cloth and a piece of flannel fabric. I loved that idea and thought my kids {and new baby} might like a set too!
These decorative baby wash cloths would make a great beginning sewing project for kids. They can design their own using their favorite fabric, or a make a set for a baby sibling.

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The next time I was at Target, I picked up a pack of plain white wash cloths. You can get a pack of 8 for around $3.50.

4 baby boy wash cloths

Decorative Baby Wash Cloths Sewing Tutorial

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Decorative Wash Cloths for Baby

Looking for a sweet and simple baby shower gift? These decorative wash cloths for baby come together in just minutes and cost about $.50 to make! So soft and perfect for bath time.
Active Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Yield: 1 wash cloth
Cost: $1

Equipment

  • sewing machine
  • scissors
  • pins

Materials

  • wash cloth
  • flannel fabric
  • thread

Instructions

  • Use a wash cloth as a pattern and cut out a piece of flannel.
  • Pin the wash cloth to the fabric with right sides facing each other.
  • Stitch around the edge, using a 3/8" seam, leaving a small opening to turn the cloth right side out.
  • Turn the wash cloth right side out and fold the opening closed. Add a pin to close the opening.
  • Top stitch around the entire wash cloth.

Notes

Easy gift idea: stack wash cloths, wrap with a ribbon and tuck a baby shampoo bottle inside.
I made a few darling blue ones for my boys, and a stack of pink ones for my girls.

Wash Cloth Baby Gift Ideas

  • Add a bottle of baby wash and it is the perfect gift for a new mother.
  • Wrap with a hooded baby towel and bath toy.
  • Tuck inside a gift basket with baby shampoo, baby nail clippers, pajamas and a baby brush set.
baby wash cloths tied with ribbon and mini baby shampoo
Here is a hooded towel tutorial for baby from Larissa Another Day.
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Welcome! I'm Brandy, mother to 5 darling kiddos and a cute black lab named Toby. My husband is in the Coast Guard so we've lived all over the place, turning each house into a home. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you!

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  1. Bonnie says

    October 7, 2017 at 6:24 pm

    These are so cute.

    Reply
  2. Brandy says

    August 15, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    Hi Maile, I use regular sized ones 🙂

    Reply
  3. maile lauriano says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:03 am

    Did you use baby washcloths or the regular size ones?

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  4. Paula Parrish says

    August 7, 2012 at 11:25 am

    I love anything that makes bath time more fun for the little ones. ;o)

    Reply
  5. Emily says

    August 7, 2012 at 9:05 am

    so adorable! I could use some of these! :o) Just wanted to invite you to join my Tasteful Tuesday Party. I have been hosting a recipe party (pretty successfully!!!) for over a year now, and this week we are opening up for crafts, DIY and home decor. Hope you can come by and check it out! http://www.nap-timecreations.com/2012/08/fresh-pesto-pasta-salad-and-tasteful.html

    Reply
  6. Annette says

    August 5, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    What a cute idea… I pinned it!

    Reply
  7. breida with a b. says

    July 29, 2012 at 5:33 pm

    i just made some of these earlier this week – but i used a minky type fabric for the washing surface! I love the idea of flannel on the back – they came out great! I’ll be blogging them in a couple of days – here is a link to today’s post with the matching baby blanket i made too!
    http://breidawithab.com/pinspired-and-produced-14-making-a-baby-rag-quilt/

    Reply
  8. Debi says

    July 29, 2012 at 3:57 pm

    These are so cute. What a great idea. I have a link party, and I would love it if you would link this post. You can find it at
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/07/face-cleansing-oil-and-wednesdays.html
    It is called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Link Party.
    I hope to see you there. Have a great Day.
    Debi Bolocofsky
    Adorned From Above
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com

    Reply
  9. Alyssa says

    July 28, 2012 at 5:05 am

    What a nice, easy gift idea! I will be adding this to my to make list!!

    Reply
  10. Dear Wallet, says

    July 23, 2012 at 5:15 pm

    So cute! What a simple, but functional and personal gift for baby showers! Pinned for my next party!

    Reply
  11. Agy says

    July 23, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    This is a great idea! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  12. Marie says

    July 23, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    Oh, that’s cute.
    Soooooo nice.
    I love it.
    Bye
    Marie

    Reply
  13. Nancy says

    July 23, 2012 at 4:35 am

    Most excellent! Love it.

    Reply

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