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nats
27-08-2007, 19:46
Here's my first attempt :D (don't look too closely at the dodgey stitching :o , sewing on the FOE was tedious! Also I had no pins at all so...... :( )

Check it out -

Back (http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o128/nats_017/StuntBum.jpg)

Front (http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o128/nats_017/ArmyNappy.jpg)

Inner (http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o128/nats_017/ArmyNappyInner.jpg)

I made it with polar fleece and I had to use cotton fleece on the inside as I couldn't get any micro suede/fleece. I stuffed about too much indecicively and missed the boat with the co-op Zada organised :banghead: so as a result I've got a nappy and nothing to stuff it with ....

Anyhoo, can't wait to make another one!


QUESTION - If I make a nappy with the elastic encased do I have to use FOE? Has anyone used fitted sheet elastic?
ikis84
27-08-2007, 19:49
That looks great!

You could get some microfibre cleaning cloths to stuff it with... added with some cotton material would work.
nats
27-08-2007, 19:52
Yes I got some!

Shame I don't have any bamboo or hemp :(

I need to have a look around the net I guess they don't sell it in regular shops. :confused:
FunkyMonkey
27-08-2007, 19:56
Well done! When you encase the elastic you don't put FOE, kinda a bit of overkill. :D I do a casing on my nappy legs and the back pocket part. Tack elastic on, fold fabric over elastic so its in a sort of pocket, sew carefully so your elastic can move freely in the casing. Viola! Just like a honeyboy!
Just remember that microfibre has to have something between it and bubs skin as it dries bubs skin out too.

(Your bub is ADORABLE!)
~J'dore~
27-08-2007, 20:42
That looks awesome! I love the army print:thumbsup:

Little_toad has a thread that is a sticky on how to make pocket nappies with the elastic in a casing if you want to check it out. It's got pics step by step on how to do it.
HoopDeeDoo
27-08-2007, 22:10
Thats really cool, looks great!

The elastic you want is braided swimwear elastic, you can get it in packets from craft stores. 6 mm or bigger is best :)
Kangaskippy
28-08-2007, 13:42
aren't you a clever cookie...James looks spunky in his new clothie...:thumbsup:
pookiesossige
28-08-2007, 14:05
Very nice! Another clever chook :D I wish I could sew!
nats
28-08-2007, 14:27
I made a mistake though :( I sewed the velcro on after so the soaker wont go all the way in :o I'll be a good pilchard though :D
Shanaynay
28-08-2007, 15:04
The elastic you want is braided swimwear elastic, you can get it in packets from craft stores. 6 mm or bigger is best :)
Yep :thumbsup: Just go to Spotlight!

That looks really great Nats!
I have tons and tons and tons of hemp here if you want some too :) I only paid $10 a metre.

Now come and join the MCN super swap! You have 8 weeks to practice!!!!:smiliedance: