Playtime Pants Nappy-Diaper Cover FREE PATTERN!

FREE SEWING PATTERN: The Playtime Pants Nappy Cover is an easy fitting style designed to sit over and cover a disposable nappy (diaper). It is suitable for both girls and boys from small newborn (00000) to 2 years old.

◄FEATURES

They feature a woven body (the actual nappy cover), elastic waist & contrast leg bands. It is perfectly suited to (woven) quilting cotton fabrics & you can choose between adding contrast woven or stretch leg bands.

Woven body (nappy/diaper cover).Elastic waist.Leg bands - woven or stretch.Skill level: Experienced beginner.

◄SIZING

SIZE RANGE: Small Newborn 00000 to 2 years old.

View the size chart here.

◄FABRIC & TRIMS

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS: Quilting cotton is fabulous for this pattern as it comes in so many great prints.Other options include sateen & cotton poplin.

Choose woven or stretch fabric for the leg bands.

For stretch leg bands option: cotton lycra or a good quality rib knit (with lycra). Swim spandex is also suitable.

FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: View the fabric estimate chart here.

Based on 110cm (44") fabric width.

To determine size, measure around the hip/seat. This measurement is taken around the fullest part of the child's seat without a nappy (diaper) on. The tape measure should be firm but not tight.

◄PATTERN SPECS

PATTERN FORMAT: Digital PDF Pattern

PAPER FORMATS: A4, Letter

LAYERED: No

FABRIC TYPE: Woven

SIZE RANGE: Small Newborn 00000 to 2 years old

SKILL LEVEL: Experienced Beginner

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