Afterbath Baby Cocoon

Nothing like a cocoon to keep baby warm after a bath on a cold night. These use a double layer of towels for extra thickness and warmth. I have made two sizes here with one being a little easier than the other. It is a basic and simple idea with plenty of room for improvising. It could easily be tweaked using other soft and cuddly materials, like an old sweater or baby blankets. Experiment with different fabrics for other snuggly options.

Materials Needed:
Size Small - 4 hand towels, mine were about 16 x 27 inches
Size Large - 2 bath towels, standard size 
2 washcloths in contrast color for applique

Sewing machine, thread, and needle for thick fabrics
Scissors, for paper and cloth
Light cardboard for template of applique (optional)
Chalk or marking crayon

Step 1: Sew Towels Together

Small
Pin and sew 2 hand towels together along the 2 long edges and 1 short edge.
Repeat with other 2 hand towels.

Large
Pin and sew 2 bath towels together along all 4 edges.

Comments

[jessyratfink]

Oh, those are cute. Love the little heart pockets. :)

[Penolopy Bulnick]

That is so cute! And a baby just fits right in there?

[skeinywoman]

That's the beauty. You can make it whatever size your baby needs!