Let's be honest - no matter what you do, cloth diapers will inevitably take up more space in your luggage compared to the credit card you need for purchasing disposable diapers at your destination. However, if you're determined to continue using cloth diapers while traveling, there are a few things you can do to make your life easier.
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Being pregnant on a tight budget, and with a strong desire to exclusively use all-in-one cloth diapers, I had to get resourceful. This is when I got my very first sewing machine. I've always known that I wanted to build an all-in-one cloth diaper stash as they are the easiest to use and clean, but unfortunately, they tend to come with a hefty price tag. So, I took matters into my own hands and decided to create my own and sew my own diapers. Furthermore, I also decided to make the diapers sized, which means that I have sewn over 100 diapers in different sizes, perfecting my sewing process. In this post, I will gladly share the most efficient way I found to make them.
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Sewing an insert into a fitted cloth diaper is not only easy to do but also incredibly helpful for simplifying the laundry process. With this method, you don't have to worry about assembling different pieces together each time you do laundry; you can instead wash the entire thing in one go! It makes it easier for other caregivers as well; they'll be able to help with both putting on night diapers before bed and putting away laundry without any confusion.
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Have you ever wondered how to dye your own fitted cloth diapers? It's actually not as difficult as you might think. In this blog post, I'll tell you why I decided to dye my own diapers and how the process went. Unlike dying normal cloths, in cloth diapers we care about absorbency. To ensure that absorbency was no affected, I conduct an experiment to measure the affect of the dye on absorbency of the diapers.
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If you are considering sewing baby clothes, you might be wondering why bother? After all, there are plenty of cute outfits available at the store. While that is true, there are some definite advantages to sewing your own baby clothes. In this post, we will explore a few of those reasons and show you how easy it is to get started. So, whether you are a beginner or an experienced sewer, read on to find out why making your own baby clothes is worth it!
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