Burp cloths are expensive. But who wants to take a plain ol' boring white cloth diaper and use it? I love to look fashionable and have my blankets match my children's clothing. It's easy to make your own super cute burp cloths even if you don't sew! First, buy a pack of plain white cloth diapers. You can usually get a pack of twelve for 10-14 dollars. Get a nice brand and nice fabric content, after all, you will be using these A LOT. Now decide which of these is something you can do (or do a couple of the ideas!)

1. Buy iron on appliques. Peel the back off and iron them on! You can leave them like this, or you can add a thin line of paint outlining the applique to keep it nice looking.
   
2. Get ric rac or other fancy trim. Use a simple sewing machine and sew it on in a straight line. Or use fabric glue!
3. Cut pieces of fabric yourself and use fabric glue to glue them on.
   
4. Use a light pencil or washable marker and draw or write your child's name or initials or other cute sayings and then use paint to make it permanent.
5. Ribbon makes great bows and fabric glue will help it stay put.

The results are fantastic and the best thing is, YOU are the artist. You can make them match that favorite John Lennon outfit or do a theme of animals. Just remember, before you begin, wash the burp cloths before hand and any fabric you will be using. Try to use soft ribbons and embellishments, beads and sequins will just scratch babies face or pop off and be a choking hazard.