Prefolds: Patterns and Instructions

Instructions and Dimensions for sewing prefolds in various sizes

Instructions with photos

Fern and Faerie: Photos and Instructions for sewing prefolds from recycled t-shirts.

A grandmother shares photos and instructions for making prefolds from used flannel sheets

Sew a "real" prefold out of one piece

More Wool Covers to Make

Baby Bum Sweaters -made from a simple triangle cut out of a felted wool sweater.

How to Sew a Wool Wrap - instructions for a wrap style cover.

Wool Sweater Pants

Felted wool covers are the most breathable of all diaper cover fabrics. To felt, take a soft wool sweater, such as the one pictured here, which I found at a thrift store for $2, and wash in a hot water cycle. Then place in a hot dryer to dry. The fibers will shrink together and form a thick mat.

For instructions on how to make these easy pants, click here.