The January free pattern download has arrived! I don't know if I'll be able to do this every month this year but it would sure be fun. Could it be a New Year's resolution... I'm afraid not. Last year I decided to try and go vegan but instead I got pregnant. I now sometimes will hide and eat McDonald hamburger in secret, destroying all evidence before I get home. Those resolutions can have weird side effects, be warned!
The pattern is for a small bib, that is easily customized with printable fabric or embroidery. It would make an excellent shower gift in multiples and is so light that you could send some all over the world. I have just loved making this pattern and the prototypes, using really bold print fabrics that are hard to fit in a quilt. They also go in the washer and drier nicely, where they wrinkle a little to a beautifully cool finish!
As usual with those, please only make bibs for yourself or as gifts, and not for sale. but DO send pictures, I just love pictures!
Download bib_pattern_final.pdf
here is a pic of the shape of the bib
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adorable, Juliette! perfect choice of fabric! The photos look great - I love that you used the abacus as a prop!
Posted by: Karin | January 09, 2008 at 12:09 PM
thanks so much for posting this.
I had been wanting to make bibs from bend the rules sewing but was too lazy to copy and enlarge the pattern. This came at the perfect time!
Posted by: Rebekah | January 09, 2008 at 12:43 PM
Thanks for you comment, note that this bib is a bit smaller than the bend the rules sewing bib. The neck hole is about the same size however.
I know what you mean about sizing up a book pattern... I hate it too. that's why the bib is in two pieces, so that it's ready to use hot of the printer!
Posted by: juliette | January 09, 2008 at 01:20 PM
Thanks for the pattern! I have just recently found your blog and have been enjoying it!
Posted by: Bethany | January 09, 2008 at 01:27 PM
Perfect timing - thank you! I'm 36 weeks pregnant with Baby #2 and just discovered that the bibs are among the items that didn't last well through Baby #1. I know what I'll be working on this week...
I have also just recently discovered your blog and enjoy it very much. I hope you're able to continue with the patterns - I know I'll put them to good use!
Posted by: Megan | January 09, 2008 at 02:11 PM
I love this bib pattern, and appreciate you sharing it! As a matter of fact, I know several babies who are on the way, this is perfect! Thank you!
I also love your blog and wish you much happiness and joy with your little fellow. It shouldn't be too much longer? Best wishes!
jenn
Posted by: jennifer | January 09, 2008 at 03:20 PM
i liked your flannel blanket/changing pad/burpcloth blog from january 1st, but we don't have a joann's anymore and i couldn't find any ultra cute flannel at hobby lobby, so when i saw the bib pattern i ran out and bought some fabric and made one. i have a few baby gifts that need to get out soon, and this was quick and easy. also, i have never tried any kind of "decorative" stitching, but i was inspired from your jan 1st blog and gave it a shot. i've posted pictures on my blog :) thanks for all the great ideas!!!
Posted by: Dana | January 10, 2008 at 03:54 PM
This is great! Thanks for sharing the pattern.
Posted by: Melissa | January 10, 2008 at 06:46 PM
So sweet! Thank you for sharing. I have a shower for a friend coming up in two weeks and these are perfect. Best wishes to you as you await your babe!
Posted by: Niki | January 17, 2008 at 07:32 PM
Beautiful bib - thank you!
Posted by: shar | January 19, 2008 at 10:12 PM
I love the smile for sardines slogan. So cute.
Posted by: Betty | January 24, 2008 at 08:45 AM
I've just made some of these bib's and they turned out awesomely!!
Thanks for posting such a helpful tutorial/pattern.
Posted by: Dione | January 24, 2008 at 01:42 PM
Thanks for such a cute pattern. My sister had a baby yesterday and I have all this old retro fabric I want to make her bibs with. I need to get going! I also have a friend who has created really cute iron on applique's from her original water colors that I want to put on the bibs as well. I will send a pic when I get them done. Check out the appliques at www.monkeyroos.com.
Christine
Posted by: christine | January 25, 2008 at 12:58 PM
i found some of the cutest appliques on monkeyroos.com too......they're awesome.
Posted by: stacey | January 25, 2008 at 02:24 PM
Wonderful! My wee one is just about to start solids so I will whip some of these up. Thanks so much for the pattern!
Posted by: Crystal | January 31, 2008 at 05:37 PM
thanks for share!
Posted by: Marli | February 18, 2008 at 06:44 PM
Thank you for the pattern!
Posted by: Patricia M | February 24, 2008 at 04:34 PM
I just made some of these for our friends that are expecting twins! You can see them on my blog: hollyanderic.blogspot.com
Thanks so much for the pattern!
Posted by: holly o | February 25, 2008 at 08:50 PM
Love the little bib. I like the wider part that goes around the neck. Thanks.
Posted by: Marcia | March 05, 2008 at 06:49 PM
I made four of your bibs for my great-nephew and posted them today. Thanks for the pattern. Congrats on your baby boy too!
Posted by: Molly | March 16, 2008 at 05:49 PM
Thank you so very much for the bib pattern. I've turned out a dozen in the last week for the gozillion babies that my friends have just brought, or are about to bring, into the world. I'm putting some pics up on my blog.
Great blog!
Posted by: Allison | April 10, 2008 at 08:05 PM
Hey there! I loved your pattern. My two came out great. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Rebecca | April 11, 2008 at 07:38 AM
I just found your blog and I think it looks great. I don't have a baby but I do enjoy any type of pattern, you never know as my grown ups are from 16 to 25 Who knows? Maybe I'll be sewing some soon. I've been coming back often . Just love it. Good luck..
Posted by: Nathalie Brault | April 30, 2008 at 04:44 PM
This pattern is so great. I have made four of them and everyone who has seen them loves them too. Thank you so much for the pattern. It is easy, quick, uses little fabric, and is adorable! Thanks again.
Sam
Posted by: Sam Qureshi | June 22, 2008 at 03:19 PM
Love the pattern. I just reduced the size to make bibs for our new foster baby. He's a preemie & bibs are impossible to find to fit him. He's got some issues with the milk oozing out & I need a bib that fits. Thank you again!!
Posted by: Teri | July 13, 2008 at 12:48 PM
Thank you so much for the pattern for the bib I will send pictures when I finish them. thank you once again
Posted by: Patty | August 30, 2008 at 04:05 PM
Love it! I am going to make some right now!
Posted by: Amber | September 09, 2008 at 10:51 AM
Never mind i got a good pattern Thanks anyway >>>>>
Posted by: rr | September 11, 2008 at 07:34 PM
Hi Teri,
I just stumbled across your website. I am so happy to find this bib pattern - thanks bunches for the tutorial.
Posted by: Ivory Spring | September 15, 2008 at 08:58 PM
hi. i found your bib pattern from google and i immediately fell in love with your blog! thanks for sharing your pattern. I have made some for my brand new nephew and my best friend's baby that is due in January. I love your bib pattern.. very easy and simple! I will post pictures of the bibs later in my blog. www.cynabby.blogspot.com. thanks thanks!
Posted by: Cynthia Michener | October 08, 2008 at 05:25 PM
Hi. I want to let you know that I have used your bib patterns to make some for my nephew and my friends's babies. I must say that I really LOVE your pattern so much. thanks so much for sharing! I just posted mine in my blog and give you credit for it. www.cynabby.blogspot.com.
thanks! :o)
Posted by: Cynthia Michener | October 16, 2008 at 07:14 AM
I have made many bibs for my self and family and friends. One of my friends sugested I sell the bibs and a Christmas craft show. I was wondering if I would be able to do this if I don't sell the pattern? I didn't see on the post anything about not selling them so I thought I would ask. Please email me as soon as possible. Thanks
Lee Ann
Posted by: Lee Ann | November 05, 2008 at 06:20 PM
Just wanted to let you know... I loved this project so much that we featured it in a demo of our product, springpad.
Check it out: http://springpartners.com/2009/01/use-the-springpad-clipper-to-grab-ideas-from-around-the-web/
Posted by: katin from springpad | January 22, 2009 at 11:56 AM
Thanks for the pattern- can't wait to try it out
Posted by: Anne Marie | January 28, 2009 at 08:46 PM
I just stumbled onto your site!
WOW I am impressed!
I got rid of all my baby patterns years ago, now that I am going to be a Gramma I need them..and..VIOLA! here you are....with so many wonderful patterns!!!
Thanks!
Gramma K
Posted by: Gramma K | February 15, 2009 at 09:11 PM
Thank you so much. I was looking for a bib to make for my little grandson. Bless you!
Posted by: Paula | February 23, 2009 at 08:06 AM
Hi! Thank you for a wonderful and easy tutorial! I've linked to your site via my blog. You'll probably have a few visitors as I'm currently doing a handmade bib/blanket drive for a local orphanage.....your tutorial is going to come in handy!
Posted by: Sharon | March 01, 2009 at 07:42 AM
Thanks for sharing this pattern. Much appreciated.
Posted by: Lenna Green | March 01, 2009 at 04:32 PM
Thanks for this pattern - it was nice and simple to follow, and I quickly sewed a bib for a friend's baby after work one evening. I'm attaching a link to the picture of it. http://knittingfairy.wordpress.com/
Posted by: Kathryn | March 29, 2009 at 05:44 AM
I'm attending a baby shower in three weeks. I'll use the pattern that you shared to make a gift. My best friend will definitely like it. Thanks much!
Posted by: baby gifts | April 10, 2009 at 07:35 AM
hi, there! thanks so much for providing this great bib pattern for free. You inspired me to make my friend's daughter bibs and burp cloths for a shower gift and I posted about it this morning, if you'd like to see a picture.
http://mmmcrafts.blogspot.com/2009/04/bibs-and-burps.html
thanks again!
Posted by: larissa | April 27, 2009 at 06:37 AM
Juju, not at all, you are welcome to use the pictures and thanks!
Posted by: larissa | April 27, 2009 at 10:32 AM
My d-i-l is expecting her second baby in 12 months so this is a must have, good bib pattern. I made heaps of baby things last year for our 1st granddaughter born in Sept 2008. She is now expecting another bub in October 2009. THANKS FOR THE PATTERN
Posted by: Maryanne | May 20, 2009 at 02:14 AM
Thank you so mush!! I just made 3 for a gift! Came out too cute & super easy to make!! I put a picture on my blog & a link to you!
Thank you again
Posted by: Tango | May 25, 2009 at 05:18 PM
Thanks for the pattern! I am working on a baby quilt and this would be great to go along with.
Posted by: CJ | May 28, 2009 at 12:40 PM
I made a whole set of these for our next little boy! They turned out adorable! I took photos here:
http://thecraftyclassroom.com/blog/2009/05/29/i-may-have-over-done-it/
Thank you for sharing your pattern with us!
Blessings,
Valerie
Posted by: Valerie | May 29, 2009 at 08:16 PM
I have made over 30 bibs to donate using your pattern and I have more in in the works! I gave you a shout-out on my blog! Thank you so much! http://mamasamess.blogspot.com/2009/07/barium-springs.html
Posted by: Sharon | July 01, 2009 at 08:44 PM
Thanks for the bib pattern, I've made several and have about 15 cut out ready to go. Thanks again, I love them!
Posted by: Nancy | July 28, 2009 at 03:18 PM
I would like to send you pictures of some that I've made, where do I send them to?
Posted by: Nancy | July 28, 2009 at 03:19 PM
Thanks so much for this great pattern. I made two for an upcoming baby shower. And blogged about them here if you want to see: http://lieslmade.wordpress.com/2009/08/17/snakes-and-snails-and-puppy-dog-tails/
:)
Posted by: Liesl | August 17, 2009 at 09:32 AM
Hi - I used this pattern to make bibs for a friend of mine who is having twins... Thanks for the pattern - they really turned out cute!
Posted by: Marybeth | August 30, 2009 at 08:54 AM
Hi there
I hope you don't mind that I've added a link to this pattern on my blog. I really love this tutorial, and can't wait to have a go at making it!
Thanks! Verity
Posted by: Verity | September 17, 2009 at 02:45 AM
I know I'm over a year late on the bus but I just made this bib last night. TOO cute and easy peasy! Thanks so much!!
http://erinkcreations.blogspot.com/2009/09/green-numbers-bib.html
Posted by: Erin K | September 19, 2009 at 07:59 AM
What a fun little pattern. I added interfacing to mind since I used different fabrics for the front and back.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3494/3990003284_c5bbb734b8.jpg
Posted by: Julie | October 07, 2009 at 04:51 AM
Thanks for the great pattern! I needed a last minute shower gift, and found this post via google. Quick and easy...perfect!
Posted by: Tina | October 09, 2009 at 08:22 AM
Thanks for sharing! Lovely!
Posted by: Deborah | November 10, 2009 at 11:17 AM
Agree. It's a good article that I can apply this for my routine. I loved it, so usefully. Thanks :)
Posted by: ed hardy | November 20, 2009 at 01:17 AM
Thanks so much, I did three of these (slightly modified) today. Here's my link:
http://blogs.oddsocks.net/ahunt/2009/11/23/shirringsmocking-update/
Posted by: Amanda | November 23, 2009 at 04:33 AM
love to have new bib ideas. lots of babies on the way all over town. thank you.
Posted by: cathy ayers | December 31, 2009 at 08:50 PM
Hi! I love your blog! I found your pattern for infant bibs and made some for a shower I went to yesterday. I thought you might like to see how they turned out. Thanks for all of the great tutorials!
http://stacisews.blogspot.com/2010/01/baby-shower-gifts.html
Posted by: staci | January 31, 2010 at 12:16 PM
Thanks for sharing! I love that you can make it from a fat quarter since the nearest fabric store is an hour away but I can pick up cute fat quarters at the local wally for a short notice shower gift.
Posted by: Rachel | March 09, 2010 at 03:39 AM
Thanks for the pattern! It's lovely! I made two of them and have some pictures in my blog :)
Posted by: Anna | April 05, 2010 at 10:43 AM
Snug and warm inside with snow on the ground outside! Carrie and I photographed these two little ones while in Denver. They were little dreams! Such beautiful girls!
Posted by: buy viagra | April 21, 2010 at 07:25 AM
Thank you so very much for the bib pattern. I've turned out a dozen in the last week for the gozillion babies that my friends have just brought, or are about to bring
Posted by: buy viagra | April 21, 2010 at 07:26 AM
Thank you so very much for the bib pattern. I've turned out a dozen in the last week for the gozillion babies that my friends have just brought, or are about to bring
Posted by: buy viagra | April 21, 2010 at 07:27 AM
I love this pattern, I've made tons of them for my daughter and to give away to friends! They are perfect for babies and quick & easy to make :)
Posted by: Rachel | April 28, 2010 at 11:30 AM
Thanks for putting up this pattern! I made one for my nephew's first birthday. I linked back to you here.
Posted by: Gretchen | May 17, 2010 at 07:45 PM
Thank-you for sharing this darling, simple pattern. It is exactly what I was looking for!
Posted by: Robyn McGee | June 18, 2010 at 07:28 AM
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Posted by: article writing Dubai | July 28, 2010 at 06:40 AM
I am using your pattern to make bibs for charity. I lengthened the pattern by a couple of inches for more coverage. I love this pattern so much, and it's such a breeze to whip up, I want to make a ton for my own baby now! Thanks for sharing it!
--Sarah
Here are pix of my work:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=261051&id=603684950&saved#!/album.php?aid=261051&id=603684950&ref=mf
Posted by: Sarah Scott | August 14, 2010 at 07:51 AM
You must have discontinued the basic bib pattern. Embroidery Garden recommended this basic bib pattern. If you still have it, could you e-mail it to me?
Many thanks,
Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer Kensinger | October 24, 2010 at 11:40 PM
Just wondering?? Is there anyway that I could get a copy of your pixie elf pattern posted some time ago, but later, not available.
If your pattern is not available, would you have a suggestion of where to find a similar pattern?
Thanks!!
Posted by: [email protected] | October 27, 2010 at 08:38 PM
Hi
I think the bib's size is perfect, it is so lovely.
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Posted by: Account Deleted | November 09, 2010 at 03:15 AM
He's a preemie & bibs are impossible to find to fit him. He's got some issues with the milk oozing out & I need a bib that fits. Thank you again!!
Posted by: jordan 6 | December 21, 2010 at 01:26 AM
Thank you very much for sharing your pattern! I had fun sewing the bibs up for an upcoming baby shower.
You can see the bib photos here:
http://pinoyinoz.blogspot.com/2011/01/baby-bib-crazy.html
Posted by: Corinne | January 26, 2011 at 05:54 PM
I am new here, new to sewing and going to be a new grandma in August...
How do I download this pattern?
Thank you!
Posted by: Xcntry | February 04, 2011 at 01:00 PM
Am going to give this a try. Have been searching for the right pattern all weekend.
Posted by: Shannon. | March 27, 2011 at 05:35 PM
I'm still learning to sew but would love to make this bib. It is the best looking bib pattern I've seen yet and it looks so simple. I do have one question though, does it include the 1/4" seem allowance on the pattern or do I have to add 1/4" to it? Thanks :D
Posted by: Kellie | April 12, 2011 at 05:44 AM
Thanks so much for really cute bib pattern! I plan to make quite a few for my new grand-son who goes through them faster than you can blink an eye.
Posted by: Nancy Woods | May 27, 2011 at 06:42 PM
beautiful! thank you for the pattern ;-)
Posted by: cross stitch kits | June 11, 2011 at 11:13 AM
Just wanted to say thank you for the pattern!
Posted by: Chloe | June 22, 2011 at 09:47 PM
Thank you for the super simple pattern! I really enjoyed making these for my new baby niece, alongside making a Keyka Lou ditty bag for her 4 year old sister.
Here's how the bibs turned out:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/thatcanadiangirl/5649501243/in/photostream/
They're all conveniently backed with some thick burgundy fabric from a scraps box someone gave me through Freecycle.
Posted by: Vero | July 13, 2011 at 01:05 AM
Hi!!This bib pattern,is nice.Design on the cloth looking great. It's very easy to make this. Thank..Q for sharing this wonderful bib pattern.
Posted by: צעצועי התפתחות | July 13, 2011 at 11:04 AM
please send me the bib pattern, thanks so much
Posted by: Alice Carroll | August 05, 2011 at 12:35 PM
Years later...Love this pattern! I just found it and have already made about five bibs :)
Posted by: Mama of 3 Boys | August 10, 2011 at 08:17 PM
would love to make this bib
Posted by: jackie | August 31, 2011 at 08:39 AM
It's really great chickpea infant bib pattern. Thanks for sharing such a nice and creative pattern.
Posted by: תאורת לד | September 16, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Thanks for the pattern! I have just recently found your blog and have been enjoying it!
Thanks for post..
Thanks for post.
Posted by: Bibs | October 16, 2011 at 07:01 AM
I love this pattern! I made bibs out of it! You can see them on my blog. And the reciever of the bibs is a very happy person thanks to you :)
Posted by: lelie | October 30, 2011 at 07:51 AM
So cute! How do I get this pattern?
Posted by: Mana Amir | October 31, 2011 at 07:17 AM
What a wonderful idea to make for a gift.
Posted by: Maggie C | November 26, 2011 at 11:25 AM
I love this pattern!!! Also, I adore the applique...did you make that or order it?? I'd like to add fun text appliques to one of mine. Any ideas/suggestions are much appreciated:) Keep Calm and Craft on
Posted by: Jamie | January 04, 2012 at 10:08 AM
awesome! Thanks for sharing this!
Posted by: Becky M | January 05, 2012 at 02:24 PM
Thanks for the pattern it seems baby making is in the water where I live. Thank God I am so past all that. An occasional McDonald's Happy Meal won't hurt plus your doing research for when your baby grows into a toddler.
Posted by: Connie Melton | January 05, 2012 at 05:29 PM
Just found your web site and would like to use your pattern for making bibs for infants in foster care. Is this ok with you. Thanks
Posted by: Florence Bastidas | January 14, 2012 at 05:56 PM
This pattern is great! I have a new grandson who can use these. I also sew for mamas in need and bibs are always in high demand. Thanks for sharing with us. It's much appreciated.
Posted by: Trisha Freitag | April 09, 2012 at 08:40 AM
Thanks so much for the pattern! Exactely what I was looking for!
I'm pregnant as well and would kill to have a MacDonalds anywhere near... for those moments of weakness!
Have a wonderful day! ♥
Posted by: Mafalda | May 17, 2012 at 09:06 AM
Hi,nice pattern images in the blog thanks for sharing......
Posted by: combivir | July 18, 2012 at 05:33 AM
Thanks for the pattern. I made them a for baby shower and they were well received.
Posted by: Rachel | August 14, 2012 at 06:17 AM