My number one reason for getting started with cloth diapers in 2009 was for the money savings. One of the first things I tried was a fleece cover made by a WAHM. It got me wishing I could make my own, but since my sewing skills are so limited I bookmarked this no-sew YouTube tutorial. Fast forward 6 years; I actually got around to making my own no-sew cover this month. I grabbed a one-size diaper cover and simply traced around it with scissors, making sure that it was not only bigger, but Continue Reading
Little Bear Bums Fleece Cover Review
Ever tried a fleece diaper cover? The ones you find at Little Bear Bums are a little bit different. You can choose from two different kinds of covers - microfleece (which start at $10) and Windpro (which start at $16). They are sized for a more custom fit and are available in preemie, newborn, small, medium and large. Besides white, like we reviewed, there is also a limited selection of colors like chocolate, red, periwinkle and baby blue. What makes Little Bear Bums different from other Continue Reading
How Do Fleece Diaper Covers Perform?
If you've seen fleece diaper covers in stores or shops and wondered how well they perform compared to the more popular PUL covers, read on! Fleece is a synthetic poly fabric that works by drawing moisture away from the skin (or from the diaper underneath it), through its fibers to the outer surface. It's often marketed as an easy-care alternative to wool. I used fleece wraps on Samuel when he was little because they fit great over his chunky tummy and legs. And when Erik was born last Continue Reading