How to Sew Burp Cloths

These are super easy to sew and make a really cute baby shower gift.

Step 1: Gather Supplies

1/3 yard decorative fabric. 1/3 yard terrycloth, chenille or other absorbent material of your choice. Thread. Sewing machine. Rotary cutter, mat and ruler. Pins. Iron.

Step 2: Wash, Dry and Iron

Wash and dry your fabric and terrycloth or chenille. Iron your decorative fabric.

Step 3: Cut

Cut your fabric into two 11x21" pieces. Cut your terrycloth a little larger than your fabric.

(When I sew I like to use 1/2" hems, so your finished piece will be 10x20".)

Step 4: Pin

Pin fabric and terrycloth right sides together.

Step 5: Sew

Sew fabric and terrycloth together. Make sure to leave a 4" opening so that you can turn your piece right side out.

Step 6: Trim

Trim any excess terrycloth so that it is even with your decorative fabric.

Step 7: Clip

Clip corners at a 45 degree angle.

Step 8: Turn Right Sides Out

Turn right sides out, pushing the corners out with your fingers.

Step 9: Iron

Iron the entire piece. Then fold in the edges of your 4" opening, press and pin.

Step 10: Topstitch

Topstitch around the perimeter of your burp cloth.