Cuties please help, I need to know the size of a burp cloth. I have in mind what I want the design on it to be, but I have no idea the size. Thank You

I, too, use a prefolded diaper and if the Mother is especially tiny with small shoulders I just cut off equal amounts down each long side and sew a ribbon that matches my design down to cover the raw edge.;)

Hey all u cuties r so helpful. Anna I too, go with the prefolded diapers, but I have see burps at the store that were much smaller. I like the absorbency of the diapers & believe me some times u really need the absorbency. *

maryjo gave you the answer I had in mind!!Good luck. Hugs and blessings.

I always use prefold diapers to do burp cloths. I think they are about 17"x11". If you're doing it from scratch you can do it any size you want but I believe somewhere around 17x11 is a good size. Hope this helps. We will want to see the finished product.

You might want to consider a hand or a guest towel as an option for the pattern. The fabric is very absorbent or it could be used as the backing for your project. I know this works as a baby's bib too by cutting a circle opening and sewing on matching ribbing. Look forward to seeing the finished project. I trust this is helpful& God's blessings to you.:^D

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by iris2006 12 Jan 2010

To cut a circle opening you can use a CD that is the right size.

by camylow 12 Jan 2010

That is good to know...thanks a bunch