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How to Sew a Burp Cloth

How to Sew a Burp Cloth

Sewing a burp cloth at home is easier (and quicker) than you'd think! They're easily customizable to match any diaper bag or room decor, and they make great, long-lasting gifts that can be passed down from sibling to sibling. Here, as part of our Sew Together Tuesday series, our National Educator Teresa Coates has put together her tips on how to sew our popular terry "burp cloth" in both Cuddle® minky plush fabric and Embrace® double gauze fabric.

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Shannon Fabrics/Teresa Coates

Shannon Fabrics imports and distributes several different types of fabric, including super-soft Cuddle® minky plush fabrics, Embrace® double gauze fabrics, terry cloth and other novelty fabrics. Teresa Coates is a writer, editor and maker. Currently she is the National Educator for Shannon Fabrics and the host of Sew Together Tuesday.

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Sewing a burp cloth at home is easier (and quicker) than you'd think! They're easily customizable to match any diaper bag or room decor, and they make great, long-lasting gifts that can be passed down from sibling to sibling. Here, as part of our Sew Together Tuesday series, o...

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The tutorial video is 00:45:26.

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Yes. The tutorial page includes the supplies and materials connected to this project.

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Yes. A written transcript is available on the tutorial page.

Video Transcript

Burp cloths are small pieces of cloth, typically made of cotton or muslin, that are used to protect clothing from spit-up and other messes during burping. They are designed to be draped over the shoulder or lap of the person doing the burping, providing a soft and absorbent surface to catch any fluids.

Burp cloths are a must-have for new parents. When selecting or making burp cloths, it is important to choose materials that are soft, absorbent, and easy to clean. They come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and designs, and can made easily with double gauze or terry and Cuddle minky fabric.

Burp cloths can also be personalized with embroidery or other embellishments, making them a thoughtful and practical gift for new parents. Today Teresa shares some of her favorite tips and tricks for making a burp cloth.

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