How To: Make a Baby Bib (with free bib pattern)

Whether you are expecting a new baby or you are making a gift for someone who is, you know bibs are essential. I know at a certain point it's like you need 3-10 bibs a day depending how good your kid is at drooling.

This project is nice and quick and doesn't have many steps. The big decision is what fabric(s) to use. I had some PUL fabric or water resistant outer layer. I then picked a light weight fleece for the other side to absorb some moisture. I would recommend picking a fabric that will suck up the moisture or you will be defeating the purpose.

You can choose cute fabric or even use an old t-shirt (using the logo or image). You can add shapes or iron on things to add detail to your project.

Start with the pattern. You can use your own or Download my Bib Pattern

Fold or cut the pattern on one of the "tape lines" and line it up with the other tap line. Your pattern should look like this.

 

Cut along the outer most line. This pattern includes 1/4" seam allowance.

 

 

 

First cut out your pieces from the fabric(s) that you have chosen. You can even make this bib reversible based on this pattern it should be able to be reversed. Lay your pattern pieces both face up. This means the side you want facing out make sure they are both facing up. Next put your Velcro on the top left as indicated by the pattern. I put the fuzzy side on the "outside" or front fabric. then place the hook side in the same spot on the inside fabric.

 

 



 

 

The sandwich to two together. You will know it is right when you have a piece of Velcro on each side. Then sew all the way around with 1/4" seam allowance leaving an opening at the bottom of the bib. Leave yourself 3-4" across the bottom. The easiest way is to start on one end of the bottom and go all the way around ending at the other end of the bottom (see middle picture). Next be sure to clip your project on the rounded curves to ensure professional results. For my quick explanation on clipping click here.

 

 

This is why you should clip your seams.....

 

 

Clipping will help you flip your project right side out and have less issues.

 

You're almost done.

Now flip your project right side out. You should have an opening like the center picture. Fold the opening sides inward and make sure the bottom looks even all the way across. You can pin the section if it makes you feel more comfortable. Then top-stitch all the way around the outside of the project between 1/8" and 1/4". I lined up the bib on my presser foot like this.

 

 

 

 

And there you have it!!!