Question on baby burp cloths

[Patty J]

Hi Everyone, I have a question on burp cloths. I don't find flannel to be very absorbent, but maybe that is just me. I have a charity project coming up and want to make burp cloths. I also want them to be functional and effective. What do you ladies/gents use for the fabric. When I had my boys a Looong time ago I used cloth diapers for burp cloths and they were very absorbent. But at $15 a dozen now it would be quite pricey to make. I hope someone has an idea or two for me. Thanks for the help.

[Mom23]

Re: Question on baby burp cloths

Here is a tutorial I use to make my baby gifts. I use terry cloth yardage for the back. Some people also use bath towels.

https://www.madeeveryday.com/2012/04/celebrate-baby-tutorial-burp-cloth-gift-sets.html/

[Bernina2]

Re: Question on baby burp cloths

I use the prefolded diapers.
Embroidery a cute little baby design.
Or personalize with the babies name.
Really absorbant and the right size.

[JCY]

Re: Question on baby burp cloths

I use flannel FQs. Just envelope them & stitch all the way around.

[Debbie MM]

Re: Question on baby burp cloths

I use a half a yard of flannel folded in half twice and then serge around it. It come out about 11x17

[SuzanneOrleansOntario]

Re: Question on baby burp cloths

I have always used flannel print on top, and fleece on the back, 7" x 27" with rounded corners. Very absorbent. I have sold over a thousand over the years I made baby items as a hobby business. Once washed the flannel becomes more absorbent. Also useful to mop up a full size coffee..

[Patty J]

Re: Question on baby burp cloths

Thanks for the information. I knew that someone here on the forum would have the right information.