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Mini Diaper Cakes {Baby Shower Centerpieces. Washcloth Lollipop Instructions. A new mom will need lots of baby washcloths for bath time and cleaning messy hands and faces after meals.

Washcloth Lollipop Instructions

Turn this practical gift into an adorable centerpiece or give them out as baby shower favors. These washcloth lollipops are easy to make, and the mommy-to-be will surely appreciate the homemade touch. What you'll need: Washcloths- use good quality ones with lining around the edges for a better look. Lollipop Sticks Lollipop BagsSmall Rubber Bands- clearRibbon that matches your decor. Instructions: Step 1: Lay your washcloth print side down (tag facing up) on a flat surface. You should end up with one long, flat roll. Step 2: Lay your rolled up washcloth with the colored lining facing up (to make different color swirl in the middle). Step 3: While holding the washcloth tightly, carefully place inside a lollipop bag. Step 4: Insert a lollipop stick into the bag through the middle of the rubber band until it is touching the washcloth. Homemade Baby Shower Favors. Home: Homemade Baby Shower Favors Are you planning a baby shower on a limited budget?

Homemade Baby Shower Favors

Or maybe just want to give out unique and heartfelt favors? Then send your guests off with one of our homemade baby shower favors. Favors are a simple way to thank your guests for coming to the shower and gives them a little memento from the party. Not only do homemade favors save you money, I think they add a special, one of a kind touch to your party. We have included step by step instructions for all of the homemade baby shower favors below. Baby Sock Roses: How to make sock roses. Baby sock roses make a cute and special gift for the mom-to-be.

Baby Sock Roses: How to make sock roses

Instead of giving her a bouqet of real flowers that will end up in the trash in a week, why not make her a baby sock rose bouquet? They last until she is ready to take them apart and use the socks. They are so cute she might not even take them apart (the bouquet I received is still in my daughter's room). A friend made these for me for my own baby shower, so I had her show me she made them. Now, I am sharing the tutorial with you. How to Make Diaper Cupcakes. Diaper cupcakes are not actually cupcakes that you eat, but diapers rolled up to look like cupcakes.

How to Make Diaper Cupcakes

Diaper Carriage. By Tasha (Montana) I have to say that I was so happy when I received this submission from Tasha!

Diaper Carriage

She made an adorable baby carriage using diapers and other baby supplies that a new mom will need, like wipes, baby wash and receiving blankets. So creative and a nice change from the usual diaper cake. She was kind enough to share how she made this diaper carriage with us too, here are the instructions in her own words: "This one was a little more of a challenge to make. I took a package of baby wipes (not the ones in the hard plastic containers, the refill type ones) and placed a rubber band around it. The top was the hardest, I took a piece of poster board folded (for added sturdiness) and cut to the size I needed. Square Diaper Cake {Step By Step Photo Instructions} Diaper Cake Instructions {Photo Tutorial} Follow our step by step diaper cake instructions, with pictures, and learn how to make a professional looking "spiral" or "boutique style" diaper cake without rolling the diapers.

Diaper Cake Instructions {Photo Tutorial}

This fanned diaper cake has a smooth, icing look to it and unlike the rolled style cake, you do not have to roll up each diaper. This also makes the cake easier for the mom-to-be to take apart. This is my favorite style of diaper cake to make. Don't be intimidated, it is easier to make than it looks! What you'll need (for a 3 tier cake): 60-70- size 1 or 2 diapers (make sure there is not anything printed on the back of the diapers-we recommend Pampers swaddlers) 3 Cake pans in different sizes (we used 6", 8", and 10" pans) 3 Large rubber bands Ribbon (enough to wrap around each cake tier)Cake plate- 10" or 12"Cake topper (flowers, stuffed animal, bow, etc.) and any other baby items you want to add (baby lotion, shampoo, diaper cream, etc.)

How to bake a diaper cake. My friend, Genelle, made one for me when I was pregnant with Owen and I loved it.

How to bake a diaper cake

I waited as long as possible before taking it apart to use the diapers. I just liked looking at all the cute baby things and those tiny little diapers. Baby Bouquet. The past month, I've been working on a super-secret-baby shower for Jessica (which is why there haven't been many posts) and you'll have to wait until October 22nd before you see all the projects I've been making.

Baby Bouquet

Baby Shower. What's better than one adorable baseball baby shower?

Baby Shower

TWO adorable baseball baby showers and THREE sweet little baby boys! My friend, Genelle, found out she was having twin boys and I couldn't wait to host a shower for her. She decided to decorate the boys' nursery in a vintage baseball theme. As soon as she told me the theme, I spent days researching baseball baby showers and birthday parties. There are so many cute ideas out there---I almost didn't know where to begin. It's no secret that I love my Subway Art, but usually I download it from Eighteen25. I borrowed lots of baseball equipment from my friend, Susan, and promised her boys that I would return it all as soon as the shower was over. I also made this embroidery hoop wall hanging. There were lots of other decorations around the house... pennants, baseball pictures, and Big League Chew bubble gum!

Printables

S Picks: 30+ Free Projects For Baby. Here’s a whopping list of free patterns and tutorials for baby, perfect to give as gifts to welcome a newborn or if you’re a soon-to-be new mom–you’ll find lots of goodies here to fill the nursery.

s Picks: 30+ Free Projects For Baby

You’ll find nursing covers, slings and accessories. I’ll be adding to this list over time so you may want to bookmark this page for reference. Don’t miss the new section here on Tipnut, it’s loaded with more goodies (such as diaper bags, blankets, burp cloths & more): you’ll find it here. sewmamasew.com Changing Pad & Wipes Case: Pouch closes with foldover flap & velcro, mat is made with fat quarters and lined with batting. Diaper Pocket: Gift-worthy design made with linen and cotton prints (lined with fleece) and features a fold-over cotton webbing tab with velcro closure. noodle-head.com thismamamakesstuff.com Crocheted Bottle Cozies: There’s not an exact pattern for this but enough details that an Intermediate or Advanced crocheter will be able to whip these up no problem. sew4home.com bhg.com.