Wholesale Burp Cloths - Baby Textile Manufacture for Over 30 Years (2024)

FAQs

What kind of fabric is best for burp cloths? ›

Cotton chenille is the best fabric for absorbent burp cloths I've found, and combined with a terry cloth layer for absorbency is far superior to any other combination.

Muslin burp cloths are lightweight, breathable, soft, and durable. They are gentle on a baby's delicate skin and absorbent, making them ideal for daily use and quick cleanups. Cotton burp cloths are a bit heavier, but usually softer, more comfortable and absorbent. They also hold up well after multiple washings.

Dresses or Blankets for Dolls – Once your baby gets older they will play a lot with toys. Old burping pads make for the perfect blanket, mattress or dress for dolls. They will love it, even more, knowing they used it when they were a baby. Cleaning Cloth – Spit-up cloths are ideal to use as a cleaning cloth.

Purchase ⅓ yard of flannel for each of your homemade baby burp cloths. I also used Cotton Batting for padding. The cotton flannel and batting are both washable and absorbent.

Supplies you'll need to make DIY Burp Cloths. ⅓ yard flannel fabric per burp cloth (44”-45” wide fabric) (Flannel is the key here, so don't buy cotton fabric. Spit up will just run off of cotton burp cloths and/or soak through to your clothes.

Pre-washed cotton fabric (you will need an 8×20 inch piece for each burp cloth) Pre-washed minky fabric (again you will need an 8×20 inch piece for each burp cloth)

If you're looking for a burp cloth that will last through even the most explosive feedings, look no further than cloth diapers; they're a great alternative to regular burp cloths.

Flannel. Flannel is one of the most popular fabrics for baby bibs because it is a drool buster. It is highly absorbent and soft to touch.

"It's a very arduous, expensive process – and at the end of the day, after all that you'd only get about eight grammes of fine muslin for one kilogramme of cotton." As weavers struggled to keep up with these demands, they fell into debt, explains Ashmore.

What is the best color for burp cloths? ›

You will typically get more use out of darker colors as they can camouflage the stains on the baby burp cloths. Choosing a light-colored one might not be the ideal since it will get easily stained and you will need to replace is often.

As new moms build out their registries they often wonder: how many burp cloths do I need for a newborn? The answer is a little different for every Mom but we find that having between eight to fourteen on hand will usually suffice.

You should change them once they are wet or covered in spit-up. Our handmade burp cloths are designed so you can use one side, and then flip around to use the other. Meaning you could use them a minimum of two times. But if your baby doesn't spit up a lot you may be able to use them up to 10 times before washing.

We recommend the Aden + Anais Burpy Bib if you like the classic muslin feel and value one-and-done products that will be useful for many years. But if you are a parent shopping on a budget, the absorbent Gerber Prefold Gauze Diaper may be a better pick.

Pre-washing doesn't mean you have to wash and dry every single onesie, burp cloth, and towel before the baby is born. Just make sure to wash baby clothes or linen before you use them. Tip: Pre-wash baby clothes in phases, starting with items marked in sizes newborn through 0-3 months.

Cotton. Cotton is a natural, breathable material ideal for any climate all year round. It allows air to flow freely through the fabric, keeping you cool and dry while you lounge outside. Cotton is also a great choice for people with sensitive skin, as it's considered a hypoallergenic fabric.

The best material for burp cloths is absorbent and soft. Cotton, terrycloth, and fleece are all good options.

The most common absorbent fibre used is cotton, but other fabrics have recently been designed that are more absorbent, such as modal, micro-modal, Tencel®, and other viscose-based fibres. All of these are made from the same base material – plant cellulose – which loves water.