What’s the Project? Whether you’ve got a little one of your own or need a baby gift, this easy baby bib pattern is the perfect thing to sew! It’s simple to sew, fits babies great and can be made in a few minutes!
Brace yourself for cute baby pictures because that’s what you’re going to get in this post! Well, that and a super cute baby bib pattern and tutorial from Sweet Red Poppy and it’s fantastic! But also-these cute babies! Anyway, this baby bib pattern will be super handy for you to use whether you’ve got babies of your own or you need a great baby gift. Everyone needs baby bibs when they’ve got little ones!
So cute right?!
How to Make Baby Bibs:
Hi, It’s Kim from the sewing blog Sweet Red Poppy and I’m so excited to share this super easy to make Fringed Baby Bib pattern with you today. My baby girl just turned 9 months and was in desperate need of some baby bibs.
After buying quite a few baby bibs at the store I realized they were all WAY too small. I created this baby bib pattern to give adequate coverage to baby and toddler bellies alike so they can stay mess-free while they enjoy their food.
(Did you see all the photos I’ve been sharing of this bib over on my Instagram account? You can catch all my “behind the seams” photos by following me there.)
Did I mention this is the easiest bib to make?!? No worrying about turning your bib inside out and trying to stitch it closed. It’s just one seam, a snap and you’re done!
Baby Bib Pattern:
I chose this beautiful flannel from Michael Miller Fabrics and I can hardly get over how sweet those little unicorns are!
Supplies
- 2- 1/2 yard cuts of flannel fabric (yields 2 bibs)
- Matching Thread
- Pins
- Sewing Machine
- Snaps or Velcro
- Baby Bib Pattern
Baby Bib Sewing Instructions:
Begin by printing and taping together your baby bib pattern. Cut out each pattern piece and align the two small triangles together.
Pin your pattern to your fabric and then cut around the pattern. Each bib requires two pieces of fabric so keep that in mind if you plan on making multiple sets.
You may want to consider using two coordinating fabrics because the bib is reversible.
Lay your bib pieces wrong sides together and pin. If sewing around rounded edges leaves you feeling a bit nervous, draw a line around your bib 1/2 from the edge to use as a guide while you’re sewing. Make sure to use a washable marking pen.
Start at the bottom and sew up and around the neck and end where you began. Don’t forget to backstitch!
Now it’s time for the fringe! Cut close to, but not through the stitching every 1/4 inch all the way around the bib.
Apply a snap 1/2 inch from your stitching line on either side of the bib. I used Kam snaps for my bib because they hold up really well. You could easily apply a 1-inch piece of velcro if you don’t want to use snaps.
Now throw your bibs in the dryer to fluff up your fringe and you are finished!
This bib is super easy to hack!
One of the ideas I had was to cut the pattern in half so that I could use two separate prints. Just remember to add seam allowance to both sides of the pattern where you made your cut.
Another fun idea is to add an extra layer of flannel in the middle. Try adding a contrasting color in between your normal two pieces. Put it face up so that it shows through when you cut the fringe.
You could also cut the pattern in half and add an extra bottom half on top of the baby bib pattern to create a sort of catch-all for food.
One last idea would be to add an applique to your bib.
For the perfect baby gift, pair this pattern with my Top Knot Baby Hat and you’ll be every new mom’s best friend!
You can find more of my projects on my blog Sweet Red Poppy and get daily sewing inspiration by following my Instagram account.
That’s it! Hope you have fun sewing up lots of this baby bib pattern!
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Carol says
Where is the pattern? I could not find anyplace where I was supposed to download it?
Amber says
It’s in the supply list.
Jané adams says
Look back on page 2 or 3 for sUPPLIES. The last item on the list is the pattern…tap on the word “pattern”
Terri says
Where did you get the cute fabric?
Kim says
Hi Terri, all the fabric is from Michael Miller Fabics. It’s a line of fabric designed by Sarah Jane called Magic. Isn’t it so sweet?
Sandra Cobain says
Completely smitten with those bibs!!! I think I’ll pick up some fabrics this week, and make a few of these lovelies for my niece!! Thanks so much for sharing!
Lana K says
I’m smitten with your adorable baby! Lol. What a darling little “model.” Great and easy bib pattern. Can’t wait to make some for 2 expecting moms I know. Thanks for sharing.
Mary Jo Schutz says
Thank you for the bib pattern. You really are quite talented.
anastasia says
WHAT SIZE DOES YOUR BIB FIT
VERY NICE PATTERN
THANKS
ANASTASIA
Colleen Keys says
When I try to click on the pattern for this bib I am taken to a Dept of Education log in page! Help
Amber says
Try it again-I just uploaded it a different way so let’s see if that helps.
mikayla says
is the pattern spread over two A4 pages?
Amber says
Yep! 🙂
Sage says
Loved it. Great And looks cool also.
rosemary says
Does the flannel ravel since it is not finished?
Cindy Hennessy says
Yes, the flannel edges will fray which makes them that much cuter. After snipping I washed them 3 times to encourage the fraying. I just made 24 bibs for my granddaughter, came out super cute. My daughter loves them.
Kaitlin says
This may sound like a dumb question,…but what are A4 pages? Is it just regular computer printer paper? I’m new to sewing and would love to make these!!! They look so adorable and easy!
Cindy Hennessy says
Made these bibs for my granddaughter, super cute! I will add that with 2 1/2 yard pieces of flannel fabric, I made 4 bibs even though directions say it makes 2. I used velcro for the closure which was perfect. Also, popping in the dryer when finished did not fluff the fringe, I had to wash them twice to do so. My daughter loved them so will be making a few more!
Phyllis Bailey says
I am grateful for this website. I can look at something and draw a pattern on legal printer paper easily. I have a new great-niece in May to sew for! Hallelujah. The material blocks are a great thing for her room to have for her to learn to roll around as she grows also. Great ideas!!!