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3.26.2011

Scrappy Baby Bib Tutorial


Who doesn't love a cute baby bib? I made these bibs to coordinate with some baby blocks I made for 2 friends who are expecting. Since I only had scraps of the fabrics left, I pieced them together to make a scrappy baby bib.

For my bibs, I needed my scraps to be about 8 inches by 20 inches. If you make a smaller bib, you'll need less.
Sew the pieces together the long way and press the seam open.

 Above photo should say, fold in half RIGHT sides together.  Sorry about that!
Trace your favorite bib. My favorite bib was a gift from my friend Roselee, and as you can see, has been well loved.Here's the best part, sew first, then cut. Make sure to sew just inside of your drawn line or you'll see the marker when you turn. Also make sure you leave an opening for turning.

Cut just outside of your seam and clip the curves.

Turn right side out and press.
Topstitch around the edge of the bib making sure you close the opening you left for turning. Add a closure, velcro or a snap works well.
Done! Paired with a baby soft block, this makes a great baby shower gift.

21 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    super adorable!

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  2. nursenickiMarch 29, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    I'm an extremely novice seamstress, but have done a similar bib before...can I tell you how much I LOVE your sew-first-then-cut method?!?! Thanks (P.S., found you on OPT)!

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  3. KristaMarch 30, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    That is really cute. Love that you sew then cut... Would never have thought of that! Thanks! I am adding it to my need to make list.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    oh i love this. thank you for sharing!

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  5. KimMarch 30, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Cute... I'll need to freehand it because I don't have any bibs!

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  6. CeciliaMarch 31, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Lovely tutorial!!
    Thanks for sharing!!

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  7. KristaApril 4, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Made my bibs over the weekend. You can check 'em out here: http://tharshesews.blogspot.com/2011/04/scrappy-bibs.html

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  8. SuzanneApril 11, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I loved your tutorial and scrappy bibs. Thanks for the inspiration. I made some of my own.

    http://justanotherhangup.blogspot.com/

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  9. Sew MagicApril 14, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    I love tutorials and this bib seems easy enough even for me! I'll have to come back for another visit soon. In the meantime won't you come and see my blog and a quick look around.

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  10. UnknownOctober 3, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I am expecting my second child and have LOTS of scrap fabrics! Thanks for this lovely idea; I can't wait to try it out :)

    Adora
    Singapore
    http://www.gingerbreadmum.blogspot.com

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  11. baby bibsFebruary 13, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    Wonderful things from you, man. I’ve examine your stuff before and you’re just also awesome. I enjoy what you’ve got right here, enjoy what you’re saying and the way you say it. You make it entertaining and you still manage to keep it sensible. I can’t wait to read more from you. That is really a great blog.

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    I would love to make these as gifts. What a geat idea. Is it possible to get the bib pattern. I have seen others but love the shape of this oone. Thanks.
    Jackie
    Iowa

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  13. gracielynn'sAugust 20, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    Seriously.. YOu are just too smart! LOL
    LOve the idea of sewing first then CUT ! brilliant :-0
    this will make my bib sewing SO much nicer..

    Lisalynn

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  14. BritanySeptember 21, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Oh my goodness, so cute! I absolutly love your fabrics! I looked at the blocks you made too and think they are great also. I will be trying to make some soon. So glad I found your site today!

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  15. Kathie CurleyMarch 14, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    This is just what I was looking for. In the third photo, don't you mean "right sides together"?
    Can't wait to make this for my great grandson arriving in 4 weeks! By the way, found your site through Sew-It magazine. First time getting it.

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    1. RubyMarch 14, 2013 at 6:12 PM

      Thanks Kathie! You're absolutely right and I just fixed it now. So excited to have you visit via Sew-It magazine. Exciting!

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  16. AnonymousJune 7, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    Love this!! Seems so simple to make! I'm going to attempt to make some this weekend! Thank you for sharing! :)

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  17. JulieAugust 13, 2013 at 11:06 PM

    I also LOVE the shape and would love to make some for my 1st granddaughter due in September. Is there anyway to get that pattern? I tried to print out the picture and enlarge but that did not work =( Thank you for the great idea.

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  18. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2013 at 1:17 AM

    Hello, as someone else said, I have no bib to take as a model..can you share the pattern? Thanks!

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  19. UnknownMay 9, 2014 at 1:34 AM

    Do you have a pattern for the block. It is so cute also. I love the bib!

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  20. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 1:49 AM

    Who doesn't love the bibs? I think there is no one because baby bibs are the most cutest stuff of our little ones. The details on the making of this baby bibs are very well said! I love the way how you cut the edges of the bib, it's perfectly done. I also love the color. And I'm pretty much sure that these baby bibs will turn out so lovely if the little ones wear this baby bib of yours. Great job!

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