UPDATE
After offering my "Ruffled Bib" pattern to the faithful
readers of my blog for several weeks free of charge, I am now offering
the pattern in my Etsy store
for the reasonable price of $5. For that charge I will send you the
pattern in a PDF document and this blog post will be used for the
assembly instructions.
Last week I introduced a new creation -- the "Ruffled Bib!"
Today I will demonstrate how to make these little-girl bibs. This pattern is a quick and easy sewing project -- just follow the simple instructions below. At the end of the post you will discover how you can request the pattern. As you can see from the photo above, one can make a variety of bibs using the same cotton fabric or contrasting fabrics.
Materials:
- Cut two "front side panels" from any 100% cotton fabric
- Cut one "front middle panel" from any 100% cotton fabric
- Cut one "bib back" from any 100 % cotton fabric
- Cut two strips of 100% cotton fabric 2" x 14" for the ruffle
- Cut one "bib back" from 100% cotton quilt batting (I recommend "Warm & Natural")
- Three itty-bitty buttons
- Thread
- Snap (Option: Velcro)
- Note: Seam allowances change throughout the project, so pay special attention to that detail.
Before you begin sewing:
1.) Preparing the ruffle: Fold the 2" x 14" pieces in half lengthwise and press. Then make tiny marks (or mark with a pin) on the unfinished edges of the strips 3.5", 7" and 10.5" from one end (see below). The markings on the ruffle divide the ruffle into quarters, which will enable you to distribute the fabric evenly on the front side panels.
The Ruffle:
1.) Pin unfinished edge of ruffle to front side panel at both ends. Place the middle of the ruffle (the 7" mark) at the middle of the side panel, distribute the fabric evenly at the 3.5" and 10.5" marks.
2.) Very important... Make sure the top folded edge of the ruffle meets the edge of the side panel as shown with the arrow in the photo below...
3.) Continue distributing the fabric evenly. Don't be afraid to use a lot of pins -- this will make tiny little tucks which will be more appealing than larger ruffles.
4.) When you are finished pinning the ruffle to the side panel you can either sew a straight line 1/4" from the edge of the seam to tack the ruffle in place, or, if you are a more accomplished sewer, you can simply lay the middle panel over the ruffle and pins and pin all three layers together and sew. If you keep the pins in place on the ruffle, sew the layers together very slowly to avoid breaking your sewing machine needle. ;o)
5.) Use a 1/2 inch seam allowance to sew the middle panel to the ruffle and side panel.
6.) Remove all the pins and press the seam toward the middle panel...
7.) Repeat steps 1-6 to complete the second ruffle and side panel. Then stay-stitch around the neck 1/8" from edge (as illustrated below) to tack the ruffle and seams in place...
8.) The front of your bib is complete...
Attaching front to back:
1.) Now we are going to make a tasty bib sandwich with three layers of fabric. First lay the "quilt batting bib back" down. Next, lay the "bib front" right side up on top of the batting. Finally, lay the "bib back" right side down on top of the "bib front."
2.) Using a 1/4" seam allowance sew all around the bib, leaving an opening (about 3 inches) at the bottom of the bib. Trim seams to 1/8" around entire bib -- except at the 3 inch opening.
2.) Turn the bib right side out through the opening in the bottom of the bib and press. Slip-stitch the opening shut by hand.
Finishing touches:
1.) Sew little buttons onto the front of the bib approximately 1" from the top of the bib and 1" apart.
2.) Attach snap according to package instructions to the ends of the bib. (Option: Velcro can also be used.)
- 3.) Press again and you're done!
If you'd like the pattern to make a bib like this for a little bundle of joy in your life,
please visit my Etsy Shop
to order the pattern!
please visit my Etsy Shop
to order the pattern!
Remember: If you are pleased with this tutorial, please leave a comment below.
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76 comments:
This bib is sooo cute! I'd love a copy of the pattern to make it for my new granddaughter. Thank you so much!
Love your pattern it is great!
Thanks for the tutorial!
Can't wait to sit down and create these sweet bibs! Thanks for sharing the pattern and tutorial.
So feminine and delicate - thanks for sharing your pattern/tutorial!
LOVE the ruffled version! So cute and feminine. Your creativity is over the top. Thanks for sharing and the great tut.
Hi, I'm From Brasil!!! I Like so much for your job and your Blog!!! I want the pattern!!! Thank you and a big hug!!! My email is leiaglaucia@globo.com
I cannot wait to make these! I have a friend pregnant with twin girls and am going to make coordinating bibs for their sweet selves. Thanks as always!
These are adorable, I'd love to have the pattern.
Thanks for all you do~
Lisa
inhissvc@tds.net
Lisa
I have a grand-daughter due next month these are adorable.. please share the pattern with me..thanks so much
ddsdoubles at hotmail dot com
I'm featuring this at my blog today! Come stop by, say hello, and grab a button!
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This is really cute!! I look forward to making it for friends baby.
Thank you so much for another great tutorial.
These are so cute! I luv the utilitarian fabric with the floral!
These bibs are adorable. I recently was blessed with a new great-granddaughter, and would love to make some of these. Please send me the pattern.
Thanks, and love your blog.
Sue
sdecosta1431@gmail.com
Love this pattern and tutorial - thanks for sharing.
Really cute bib and we have a couple of friends that just had baby girls!
This is so sweet and dainty looking Suzanne..I would love to make some for my son's best friends new baby girl..Thanks!
I love the cute feminine bib pattern. You're so creative!
Thanks again for your willingness to share the pattern.
What a cute bib! I love the ruffles.
That is a super cute bib!
Thank you for being so generous with your talent! I have two granddaughters (14 months and 9 months) and their Moms would like to have some of these! I would appreciate receiving the pattern, please. Thank you so much! Donna
It's adorable! Can't wait to make one!
Gail (malggl@comcast.net)
Suzanne ~ I am so excited that you are sharing your Bib Pattern with us :) Thank you so much...
So cute! Thanks for sharing.
Love this bib!!! I can't wait to make one for each of my two new nieces!! Thank you! :)
thanks for the tutorial and pattern option for this adorable bib. I have three granddaughters and this is perfect. Thanks for sharing your creativity.
Thank you so much for this adorable bib pattern. I love this and can't wait to make one myself for my 5 month old Granddaughter.
You have so many adorable projects! I've been making pocket pillowcases for my nephews (all 4 of them!) but this ruffled bib will be perfect for my new niece (finally a niece!) due in August! Thanks!
This is a darling bib pattern! I'd like one please!!
Thanks for sharing this pattern. I have grand baby number 2 due this winter and would love to make some of these adorable bibs. Thanks!
i like it very much so i wont your patern please for the bib.
thand i can try it today.
greetings sofie from belguim
This is gorgeous & perfect for the ton (not literally) of babies that my friends are having at the moment. Would love the pattern. Thanks.
You are so sweet to offer up this sweet bib. I have a little great-granddaughter this would be perfect for.
Thanks so much.
I'm off to send you an email.
Thanks again,
Debbie
Thank you for sharing your lovely bibs. I am sure they are going to look beautiful on your new granddaughter - once she arrives in November, safe and sound.
Clever pattern! Thanks for taking the time to create a tutorial - much appreciated!
Amy
Love the bib! Thanks for sharing your pattern! Sending you an email.
Thank you so much for sharing. I can't wait to make some for my little granddaughter.
Too cute. I'll be making some of these soon.
Il tuo tutorial e' davvero fantastico.....mi piacerebbe tantissimo ricevere il tuo tutorial!!! e' possibile?? sarei felice!!!! la mia mail
linadeidda@gmail.com...grazie!!!!!
good day
I love these bibs
I am a mother of Portugal, I have two twin daughters of one year and would like to do for them.
Please send me the tutorial to do for them.
Where do I send a photo
thank you
soussilveira@gmail.com
Maria Silveira
This is just too cute. I can't wait to try it.
This is so sweet. I have 3 new baby girls to make gifts for and this will definitely be part of it! Any ideas for a boy version??
Darling. Your directions are great and I can't wait to give it a try! Thanks for sharing.
I am constantly inspired by your creativity Suzanne. Thank you for sharing your patterns and ideas. This bib is beautiful and will make a wonderful baby present along with a Maggie for my friends newborn baby girl.
These are super cute! Makes me wish I knew how to sew. Would love for you to link up at my Pin It Thursday Party http://www.sweetbellaroos.com/2012/07/19/pin-it-thursday3/
So sweet and adorable!
I like it to much, is lovely!
chmurciano@gmail.com
Gracias
Charo
What a GREAT bib! Love the ruffles. :)
I will make a baby boy version of this bib. Thanks!
Love this! With every other friend popping out babies recently, I've been sewing up a storm when it comes to baby gear and this pattern will be a great addition. Thanks for a wonderful tutorial!
I have a girl on the way and some fabric to use up! Thanks for the cute tutorial!
This is such a cute idea! I think it would be adorable made up in black (or navy) with white ruffles/buttons for a "tux-like" look, appropriate for little boys.
So cute - love the linen one with the patterned ruffles especially!
Will be making one for my new niece. Hollyhousestudio@me.com.m
I LOVE the ruffled bib. Have a 4 month old granddaughter and can't wait to make some of these. Very nice tutorial - easy to follow and understand. Thanks!
I would love to make one of these for my new granddaughter. So cute.
Thank you for the tutorial - I will email you for the pdf.
LOVE, love love this bib. New granddaughter 2 weeks old would be perfect. Please email me the pattern.
Your tutorials are so easy to follow. Thanks! These will be great for several of the co-workers who are expecting.
Love this!
Your bib tutorial is adorable. I would love to make this for my grand daughter. Thanks for sharing!
What lovely things you make. I will be following your blog. Please send me the ruffled bib pattern.
"If you are pleased"??? I'm not just pleased, I'm in love!
This is a beautiful idea, wonderfully executed and then laid out clearly in a great tutorial. Thank you so much for sharing it with everyone.
My email is on the way!
Very cute! I look forward to making these for friends!
Very cute! I look forward to making these for friends.
Can't wait to make some for the new babies in the family!
Can't wait to make some for the new babies in the family!
Thank you for the cute bib pattern.
I see many possibilities with different fabrics.
Love to receive the pattern.
Judyonhill
This is beautiful! Exactly what I have been looking for for our little girl on the way!
I would love a copy of this pattern, too! Need to be prepared for grand baby no. 2!
Thank you for your generous sharing of the patterns. They are greatly appreciated by many! Take Care and God Bless! Donna
I much prefer a snap to velcro. Nicely done. I think I'll add piping for a boy one...
This is so sweet.
I love this cute pattern. It would be great if you would share it with it me. thanks
THANK YOU i HAVE 2 NEW GREAT GRANDDAUGHTERS THIS YEAR THESE WILL BE CUTE
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