One of the most popular posts on my blog has consistently been The Best Fabrics for Dribble Bibs & I’ve been planning on publishing a bib pattern & tutorial for a while now to compliment that post…
In these bibs I chose to use a cotton outer and a bamboo towelling & bamboo velour as backing fabric.
There are loads of other fabric choices you could use – check out the original post to run you through the options and the properties of each fabric
What You Will Need:
(measurements are for 1 bib)
Absorbent backing fabric min. 23x20cm (Read through your choices here. We prefer bamboo towelling or bamboo velour)
*Important Notes*
1 cm seam allowance throughout, unless otherwise directed.
For steps using machine sewing, always backstitch at the start & end unless otherwise stated.
Pre-wash your fabrics
Disclaimer: Suffocation hazard. Never leave a child unattended when wearing a dribble bib. Always remove a bib when a child is sleeping.
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Step 1: Print and cut the pattern
Print the pattern here.
Use the 1” test square to check the sizing. If the sizing is incorrect check print settings.
Depending on the device used, select ‘actual size’ or deselect the ‘fit to page’ option.
Step 2: Cut your fabrics
Cut out the following:
1 outer piece
1 backing piece
Step 3: Sew the pieces together
Sew the 2 pieces of fabric right sides together with a 1cm seam allowance. On one side leave a 5cm opening for turning.
Step 4: Clip the curves
Clip notches or use pinking sheers around the curves.
Step 5: Turning to right side
Turn the bib out the right way and press.
Step 6: Top stitch
Top stitch all the way round the outside 3mm from the edge.
Step 7: Attach the Kam snap
Attach the Kam snap at the marked positions:
Add the female snap section to your right of the bib, smooth side to the front.
And the male snap section to your left with the smooth side to the back of the bib.
And you’re finished – well done!
If you’re making this as a gift, why not create a few in coordinating fabrics to complement a range of outfits?
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We hope you found this tutorial useful!
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