Sew a Pair of Baby Bloomers by Ashley Nickels

Beginner | 14 min

Taught by Ashley Nickels

Creativebug all-star Ashley Nickels shows you how to stitch a simple pair of baby bloomers that make the sweetest summery diaper cover. You’ll sew straight seams, then work a double-fold casing for the elastic waist and legs. The included pattern comes in three sizes: 3-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24 months. Requiring just a small amount of fabric, these are an approachable stash-busting project that make for an adorable gift.

Learn how to:

Cut out pattern pieces
Sew straight seam
Make a double-fold casing
Work with elastic

What you'll get:

Detailed lesson how to sew a pair of baby bloomers
5 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF pattern ($8 value)
Step-by-step expert instruction from Ashley Nickels
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters

Sew a Pair of Baby Bloomers
Overview00:38
Materials00:40
Assembling the main pieces05:22
Leg openings and elastic04:51
Waistband and elastic03:13

Materials

Here’s what you’ll need:

Pattern pieces from class PDF
½ yard of cotton lawn fabric
Straight pins
Safety pin or bodkin
Fabric scissors
Ruler
Iron and ironing surface
Sewing machine and matching thread
1/4 inch elastic band: for size 3-6 months - 2 10” pieces and 1 16” piece; 6-12 months – 2 11” pieces and 1 17” piece; 12-24 months – 2 12” pieces and 1 18” piece