Stylish Baby Nursery: Crib Bumpers in Two Cool Fabs
We chose a strong, graphic pattern for the inside of the bumpers because babies love to look at them. Padded bumper pads for your crib are a nursery must have; not only are they decorative, but they also keep your little darling from bonking her pretty little head.
Sewing Tools You Need
Fairfield NU Foame Baby Bumper Pads u2013 package of six measuring 10u2033 x 26u2033 x 1u2033 Fabric for inside of six crib bumpers: 2 yards of 45 wide fabric: we used Patty Young’s Andalucia in Petal Jester.
Getting Started
Cut six 27u2033 x 11u00be pieces of fabric from Petal Jester and Petal Flora, and twenty-four 15u00bd” x 2u00bd” pieces from Fire Tiny Dots for the ties. Each bias strip should be around 30u2033 long.
Pin cording to the right side of a 27u2033 x011u00be piece of Petal Flora fabric, keeping your seam allowance consistent and stitching slowly. Stitch in place using the zipper foot. Pin a tie to the side of a Petal Flora piece, with the right side of the fabric facing up. Press the tie so the seam runs nice and straight along one long edge.
How much fabric do I need for a crib bumper?
Depending on the pattern, 3 to 4 yards of 45-inch-wide fabric is required for a crib bumper; if the bumper is to have piping, add another 1 to 1 1/2 yards of fabric; and if the pattern calls for ruffles, add another 2 yards of fabric.
What can I use instead of a crib bumper?
- Mesh Crib Liners. Click for price. Mesh crib liners are the most popular crib bumper alternative.
- Vertical Crib Bumper Pads. Click for price. Vertical crib bumper pads take a different approach to the problem of crib rails.
- Crib Rail Covers. Click for price.
Are crib bumper pads necessary?
u201cThere is no evidence that bumper pads prevent injuries, and there is a potential risk of suffocation, strangulation, or entrapment,u201d the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) stated in 2011, expanding its safe sleep guidelines to recommend that parents never use crib bumpers.
How long is a crib bumper?
A crib bumper for a standard-size crib is about 27 inches long on the short sides and about 54 inches long on the long sides, while a crib bumper for a portable crib is about 25 inches long on the short sides and about 40 inches long on the long sides, with a height of about 8 inches.
Are braided crib bumpers safe?
While these braided bumpers may appear to be a cute decoration, they are not safe to use in your baby’s cot u2013 the same warning applies to traditional cot bumpers u2013 and you can’t be sure what safety tests have been performed when purchasing handmade items for your baby’s nursery.
How much fabric do I need for a crib sheet?
For a standard crib mattress (52.5u201d x 27.5u201d x 5.5u201d), 2 yards of 44u201d wide cotton fabric are required.
How many yards of fabric do I need for a crib skirt?
Fabric is 43u2032u2032 wide (sometimes more, usually not less) and 160 / 43 = 3.72 and then round up to the next whole number = 4. My skirt will be 10u2032u2032 high, so 4 x 10 = 40u2032u2032 40u2032u2032/36u2032u2032 = approximately 1.25 yards of fabric.
What are braided crib bumpers made of?
We offer stylish braided crib bumpers that are made of certified cotton fabric and high quality filling that is 100% HYPOALLERGENIC. Each bumper comes with laces that match the color of the bumper and you can tie it to the crib.
Can baby’s legs get stuck in crib slats?
A foot or leg may get caught between the slats if the crib meets CPSC standards, but the baby’s head or torso is unlikely to get stuck. Crib bumpers, according to Baby Center, pose a suffocation risk because they may obstruct air flow to the crib. Mesh liners are also not recommended.
Why are crib bumpers still sold?
Despite the fact that crib bumpers pose a risk of infant suffocation and provide no health benefits, many parents believe they beautify the crib and improve sleep. They are still available for purchase in all states except New York, Maryland, and Ohio.
Are crib bumpers safe for a 1 year old?
Toddlers don’t have the same suffocation or strangulation risks as babies, so small ones are fine if your toddler enjoys having them in his bed or crib; however, limit your toddler’s bumper collection to one or two u2014 if he has more, he could potentially stack the toys and use them to climb out of his crib.
When can a baby sleep with a blanket?
When can your baby sleep with a blanket? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), soft objects and loose bedding should be kept out of the sleeping area for at least the first 12 months, based on data on infant sleep deaths and guidelines for lowering the risk of SIDS.
How do I stop my baby from hitting his head in the crib?
Help your baby find other ways to unwind and comfort himself by giving him a warm bath before bed, giving him a gentle massage, or spending extra time rocking him before putting him down to sleep.