Help Quick! Diaper Sewers!

[Mommy&Will]

I am going to order some PUL to make some pocket diapers....

Do I use breathable PUL?

Also, if I want to make a diaper pail liner, should I use breathable or non breathable PUL?

Also, if I want to make about 5 dipes, how many yards should I buy?

Thank you for your help!

Julie

[pinky]

Personally, I like breatheable PUL. It's always worked just fine and I think the breatheability is better for dd's tushie. I guess my feeling is why not, since it works just fine?

For a diaper pail liner, I'd just say buy whatever's cheaper.

As for how much to buy, it depends on your pattern and what size you are making...I make medium/large diapers and figure I can get 4 diapers out of 1-1/4 yds. of 45" fabric (that makes a square). If you're clever you can get more if you arrange them carefully. Maybe a couple of yards just to be safe? (Unless you're making NB's or very small diapers, then you won't need that much.)

Hope this helps!

[Mommy&Will]

Thank you so much! My ds is sleeping and I want to get this ordered now. We go on vacation Friday and then it should be here when we get back. Woo-hoo!

Julie

[Mommy&Will]

Pinky-
I'm sorry another question. How much aplix should I buy? I'd like enough for at least 5 diapers although, more is better than less.

I'm making medium dipes (for now!)

[pinky]

Hmm....I think they usually suggest 1:4 or 1:5 ratio of hook and loop...you won't need much hook at all..less than a foot for five diapers, I might order 1/2 a yard just to be safe. Another 2 yards of loop should be more than enough.

Have fun!