Baby On A Budget

• Shame To Waste The Offcuts! From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (426 days old)

  One of the things about babies is that they are tiny. You don't need much material to make a little pair of boots or a pair of mittens. If your little one already has a big sister then don't forget… more

• Bitty Booties From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (426 days old)

  I came across this free pattern on the internet for Bitty Booties. It seemed like a nice way to use the offcuts left over when I made the nappy wraps. I made one pair to see how they turned out and … more

• How not to make a Head Hugger! From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (441 days old)

  I haven't been able to find any instructions whatsoever, on how to make a head support cushion (head hugger) for a car seat. I figured that I had fabric, I had wadding and I have a sewing machine -… more

• How To Make A Hooded Baby Towel From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (442 days old)

  A hooded baby towel is really easy to make. You will need a large square of towelling and another square which is a quarter of that size - this is used to form the hood. You will also need 1" … more

• A Patchwork Baby Quilt From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (442 days old)

  Having never made anything from patchwork before I wasn't too sure how this was going to turn out. I now wish that I had taken photographs at the different stages of manufacture because I am quite … more

• Little Birdie Secrets From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (442 days old)

  A friend posted a comment on one of my blog entries asking if I had seen the website Little Birdie Secrets as they have just run a "baby week". Well I hadn't, so went over to take a look. It's a f… more

• Making A Winter Baby Sling - Part 2 From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (456 days old)

  Locate the bottom hem - the part where the wadding is the furthest distance (50cm) from the edge. Turn over the fabric a couple of times to make a neat edge and pin into place. Stitch al… more

• Making a Winter Baby Sling - Part 1 From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (456 days old)

  I knew exactly what I expected from my baby carrier this time, so I decided to make my own sling, customised to keep a newborn winter baby snug and dry. My last homemade sling lasted through two babi… more

• How To Make Washable Breast Pads From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (456 days old)

  I seem to remember that I bought two boxes of washable breastpads last time I was pregnant. They were around £6 per box and contained 6 pads. They weren't that comfy and despite being shaped they we… more

• How To Make A Prefold Nappy - Part 2 From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (457 days old)

  Sewing The Nappies Set up your machine with the correct colour thread and quite a wide zig zag stitch. This stitch is going to be used to fix the central pad in place and for edging the nappy. … more

• How To Make A Prefold Nappy - Part 1 From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (458 days old)

  To make prefold nappies you will need Flannelette or thick sheeting made from 100% cotton (preferably used and laundered as it will be softer & more absorbant) Tape measure Sharp scissors … more

• A Sure Fire Way To Blow Any Budget! From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (458 days old)

  The biggest problem with having a budget is trying to stop yourself from making impulse purchases! I made a £10 purchase today which was for something totally unnecessary. All I can say is that I … more

• But you don't know where it's been! From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (459 days old)

  I have often met other people that are quite willing to complain about the cost of buying new but would not consider second hand items at all. Some people feel that there is a stigma attached to … more

• Feeding Baby From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (462 days old)

  Not only is breast best for baby, it is free and ready whenever baby wants it. This keeps my costs down really low for baby feeding. As I only stopped feeding my youngest daughter a couple of months… more

• Bathtime From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (462 days old)

  What exactly do you need to keep a baby clean? Not a lot actually! Something to make it easier for yourself so you don't have to lean over the bath holding the little one, some wash cloths or a spon… more

• Out & About From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (463 days old)

  Now this is can be an expensive section. The cost of a pram, stroller, car seat and baby sling soon mount up, especially when you then take into account all the accessories such as raincover, sunshad… more

• Baby Clothes From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (464 days old)

  For the first few weeks after the birth the baby is supposed to need 6 stretch suits 2 cardigans 4 vests a shawl or blanket hat, mittens, socks or bootees Amelia is due just before Christma… more

• Washable Nappies From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (464 days old)

  I have used a combination of washable and disposable nappies over the years with my other four children. This time I've decided to use disposables for when the babies first week or so until I'm up an… more

• Sleeping Arrangements From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (464 days old)

  My NHS Pregnancy Book states that the baby will need the following - a crib, carrycot or moses basket (to start with) mattress at least 4 sheets several light blankets a cot, plus mattress at… more

• The Nursery From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (464 days old)

  One day as I was walking through the local market I saw some fun animal print fabric hanging up on one of the stalls. I quickly calculated that I needed at least 6 metres if I was going to make curta… more

• So how much does having a baby cost? From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (464 days old)

  According to this financial feature on RaisingKids you can expect to spend over £1,350 in the first 6 months of your babies life. This includes clothes and essential equipment. However only 1 mont… more

• Because having a baby doesn't have to be expensive! From OneProudMomma ^Pro in Baby On A Budget (464 days old)

  When I became pregnant with my first child I remember strolling off to Mothercare, buying copies of Mother & Baby magazine and browsing through catalogues from Argos and Boots. I remember bei… more

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