How to sew a nappy with velcro fastening for a 14 to 16 inch doll

How to sew a nappy with velcro fastening for a 14 to 16 inch doll

You will need two pieces of fabric , 13 x 9 inches, one for the outer part and one for the lining
 Velcro - 2 inches for each side

This project is tiny, so can be sewn by hand if wished.

The template requires 1/4 inch seam allowance to be added along the outer edges.  I usually draw around the template when making my nappies.  I then sew along the drawn line and when the sewing is finished, I cut out the nappy, leaving the seam allowance.  But if people prefer, they can add the seam allowance and sew accordingly.

1. Print and cut the pattern. 
2. Transfer the pattern onto a fabric of your choice, using a heat erasable pen or similar. 
   
3. Mark a gap at the top of around 3 inches, to be left unsewn for turning the nappy out. 
   

   
4. Sew along the marked outline, leaving the turning gap at the top. 
5. Cut all excess fabric, leaving around a 1/4 inch seam allowance. I use pinking shears, but if using scissors, you will need to cut into the bends to make the curves turn out easily. 
   
6. Sew along the top edge, 1/8  inch from the edge. That will close the turning gap, as well as giving a more finished look to the top.
   
7. Sew the velcro pieces. 
   
8. You're done. 

Downloading the template: Below is the link to the template. 

1. Cut out the template. Add a 1/4 inch seam allowance if preferred. I usually just draw around the template, sew along the outline then cut my seam allowance afterwards.

2. leave a gap of between 2 to 3 inches at the top for turning out. 

3. The template can be drawn once then turned over to draw the other half to make a complete nappy template. I use mine as it is, draw one side then flip it to draw the other side. 

doll's nappy template.pdf