Whether you are choosing to buy, or make your own burping pads. We outline what’s the best materials to use.
Fabrics for the front layer
Here are some suggestions on what fabrics to use for the front;
- Organic Cotton – Organic cotton is a favourite to use as it is all-natural and it is low maintenance and comfortable. It is also absorbent and cotton is available in a selection of colours, prints and designs.
- Flannel – As well as being soft and warm, flannel is breathable. And it is more absorbent than any other material.
- Muslin – This is an eco-friendly material that is soft and gentle on the baby’s skin. Ideal for wiping away drool and spit-up. They are quick to dry but not as absorbent as cotton and flannel.
- Chenille – Another versatile fabric is Chenille. It is thick and durable with a slight sheen. It’s also soft to the touch and is a good multi-use fabric and its very absorbent!
- Minky – This is a type of fleece fabric that is 100% synthetic. This isn’t our preferred fabric as it’s not organic.
Fabrics for the back
The second layer needs to be absorbent. Some materials that are good for this are:
Bamboo – This is a versatile fabric that is good in hot weather. Which is perfect for Australian conditions. It is ultra-soft and suitable for sensitive skin. Bamboo is breathable, yet absorbent. Making it ideal for the backing.
Cotton / Bamboo Mix – We use an organic cotton-bamboo mixture. Which is both soft and absorbent. As well as eco-friendly. With this material, we get the benefits of cotton and bamboo in one fabric.
Thread
If you are making your own the last item you need is the thread. Our preference is the Gutermann brand. This is because of the range of colours and its high quality.
How much fabric do you use?
The size of our spit-up cloth measures 45cm long x 22.5cm wide at the widest part. So you will need fabric no less than 50cm x 30cm to make the front. While you will need another 50cm x 30cm of material to make the back. Depending on how many you would like to make. You should be able to get 3 fronts from a standard 150cm wide piece of fabric.
How many layers?
The best ones will have 2 layers. Both layers should be made from absorbent materials like cotton and bamboo.
We hope this article has helped with which fabrics to use for making your burping pads. If you have any questions or comments please contact me.
This article was written by Luisa Figueroa. She is the designer and maker of the My Little Love Heart range of homemade burping pads.