Last Updated on June 1, 2025 by Nico
This simple tutorial shows you how to make light-weight and versatile DIY muslin burp cloths in under 15 minutes. These keep your baby supplies minimal by doubling as easy nursing covers or even summertime baby blankets.
Muslin burp cloths are a minimalist baby essential. They can easily double as light-weight blankets in the summertime or even as simple nursing covers.
(If you’re expecting, check out this recipe for Nora Tea, which is recommended by midwives to maximise the body’s health in pregnancy. And also check out this super simple Labor Aid recipe, to keep you hydrated in labor!)
If you’re a beginner sewer, DIY muslin burp cloths are a great project for you to try. Making them is simple and it will only take about 15 minutes to have a completed project. When learning something new I find it useful to do small projects that I can complete quickly. Completing a project gives me confidence to try it again and slowly improve over time!
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I’m using a cotton gauze fabric for these muslin burp cloths. This is because I want to get maximum utility out of them. Cotton gauze is a great fabric for light-weight nursing covers and blankets. By investing time and money to make a couple of these DIY muslin burp cloths, you’re getting three products for the price of one!
Watch The Tutorial
DIY Muslin Burp Cloths Supplies
Cotton Gauze Fabric – I used this fabric
Scissors
Sewing machine – I use this Brother sewing machine
Thread
Seam ripper
Measuring tape
Pins
Iron – optional but makes things easier
Instructions
Wash And Dry Your Fabric
Washing and drying your fabric before sewing with it helps to pre-empt any shrinkage.
Cut Out Piece Of Fabric
Cut out a piece of fabric that is about 41″ x 41″.
Pin Or Iron Hems
Fold each side down 1/4″ and then another 1/4″ to create a hem. Pin as you go or use an iron to create the hem.
Sew The Hem In Place
Using your sewing machine, sew the hem into place. And you’re finished!
FAQ
A classic muslin is light-weight and a single piece of fabric. A classic burp cloth has a layer of flannel in between two pieces of cotton which helps it be absorbent.
I like the versatility and simplicity of muslin burp cloths – they are faster to make and I don’t need the extra layers of fabric and flannel.
Yes. Muslin blankets are absorbent and in my experience work great as burp cloths.
Cotton gauze fabric works great to make burp cloths that are absorbent but can also double as nursing covers and summer baby blankets. If you are looking for a super absorbent option, you can use flannel sandwiched by cotton fabric.
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Simple & Quick DIY Muslin Burp Cloths
Equipment
- Scissors
- Sewing machine
- Seam ripper
- Measuring tape
- Pins
- Iron – optional but makes things easier
Materials
- Cotton Gauze Fabric
- Thread
Instructions
- Wash And Dry Your Fabric: Washing and drying your fabric before sewing with it helps to pre-empt any shrinkage.
- Cut Out Piece Of Fabric: Cut out a piece of fabric that is about 41″ x 41″.
- Pin Or Iron Hems: Fold each side down 1/4″ and then another 1/4″ to create a hem. Pin as you go or use an iron to create the hem.
- Sew The Hem In Place: Using your sewing machine, sew the hem into place. And you’re finished!
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