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Let’s make baby goods by hand! Introducing popular handmade recipes

9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

Many moms are probably thinking, “I want to prepare handmade items for my adorable baby!” The time you spend crafting while thinking of your precious child will surely remain as an irreplaceable and wonderful memory.

So this time, we’ll introduce how to make baby goods that are easy even for beginners.

We’ve gathered lots of heartwarming, cute items like bibs, swaddles, hats, and toys.

We’re also introducing items that can be used not only for newborns but also for 1- to 2-year-olds.

Please use this as a reference and try making them with lots of love.

Let’s make handmade baby goods! Introducing popular DIY recipes (21–30)

Towel uses that help in disasters

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We would like to introduce an idea for using a bath towel as a baby carrier—an approach that can be helpful in emergencies.

In disaster situations or when you need to move quickly, this is a reassuring way to hold your baby safely.

By folding a large bath towel and tying it in a specific way, you can use it as a substitute for a baby carrier.

It requires no special tools, is easy to carry, and can be put to use by anyone right away.

It gently fits a baby’s body, giving both parent and child a sense of security.

Having this prepared can ease anxiety in times of need and help raise disaster-preparedness awareness at home.

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Square swaddle

How to Make a Square Swaddle | nunocoto

Square swaddle

The “Shikaku Okurumi” (square swaddle) features a simple square shape that makes it easy to use and very practical.

Its mostly straight-stitch construction is beginner-friendly and quick to make.

The easy-to-wrap design doesn’t restrict a baby’s movement, and it’s versatile enough to serve as a blanket substitute or play mat in various situations.

Choose your favorite colors and patterns to enjoy a personalized look.

Simple yet functional, it’s a piece you’ll use for a long time—an excellent handmade swaddle that comes in handy throughout many childcare moments.

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A swaddle made from a towel

How to Make a Simple Baby Swaddle and Bath Towel Using a Face Towel and a Bath Towel

A swaddle made from a towel

Perfect for anyone who wants to make something by hand with familiar materials is a “swaddle made from a towel.” The great thing is that if you use a store‑bought bath towel or baby towel, you can start right away without any special preparation.

Towel fabric, which combines absorbency and softness, gently wraps your baby’s body and is useful after bath time or for short outings.

By simply sewing on some tape or tags, you can add a personal touch.

It’s an easy-to-make yet truly practical item—convenient, full of love, and ready for everyday use.

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Easy swaddle without tape

How to make a swaddle using double gauze (an easy method without bias tape)

Easy swaddle without tape

The “tape-free easy swaddle” combines double gauze on the outside with waffle fabric on the inside, making it gentle on a baby’s skin and comfortable to use.

Its fluffy texture and excellent absorbency are perfect even for warmer, sweatier seasons.

With a simple, mostly straight-seam design, it’s easy to start even for beginners at sewing, while still conveying the warmth of something handmade.

The tidy, wrap-and-go shape is user-friendly and naturally becomes a go-to in daily care.

It’s a piece that strikes a perfect balance between love and practicality.

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Baby swaddle made with a sewing machine

How to Make a Swaddle Blanket — A Just-Right Sewing Machine for Parenting / An Even Better Sewing Machine for Parenting

Baby swaddle made with a sewing machine

A swaddle made with a sewing machine is a practical handmade item with a beautiful finish and excellent durability.

Using materials like New Cotton Baby or double gauze makes it gentle on the skin and highly breathable.

Since it’s made with straight stitching only, even beginners can try it with confidence.

The appeal lies in how it can turn out simple or vibrant depending on your choice of colors and patterns.

The finished swaddle also makes a delightful gift, and as a special item filled with handmade warmth, it gently supports everyday childcare.

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