Dribble bibs are essential for most babies and toddlers, they protect clothing and frequent changes prevent dribble rashes. I found the bibs from shops were quite small for my 18 month old, and I also wanted to be able to coordinate the bib with the outfit he was wearing. So I designed this pattern. This is the ideal project for a beginner. I made mine on an overlocker, so if you’re new to using an overlocker this would be ideal for you too.

First you need to download the pattern and instructions which can be found on the free patterns page. I’ve suggested you need a quarter of a metre of fabric but you can certainly be clever about how you position the pattern piece which makes it an ideal way to use up scraps. Take care when printing the pattern piece that you have your printer scale set to actual size and not scale to fit. This way you can ensure the pattern will print out at the correct size.

Along with the written instructions, there’s a video tutorial. This gives you information about using Prym colour snap fasteners which I think are simple and fun to use. They also give your bib a professional finish. I joined the outer fabric and the backing fabric with the wrong sides together. This means you don’t have to do any turning and topstitching which makes this a really simple make. The overlocked edge is visible but I like this look as it makes a feature of the stitching. If you prefer to hide this, place the pieces together with the right sides facing and sew around three quarters of the triangle. Turn it the right way out through the open edge and press. Topstitch all the way round taking care to close the open edge. I love making these bibs and I hope you do too. Tag your projects on Instagram #rosepetalpatternsbib. Happy sewing!

It may appear that things have been a bit quiet around here but actually I have been super busy working on things for Rose Petal Patterns so I thought I'd check in to show you a few sneak peeks! I have so many ideas for patterns and kits that I want to create, there aren't enough hours in the day!

So this is a little look at my first kit which will be released at the start of June. I'm so excited about this. This cute children's ball has been made using English Paper Piecing techniques but with a twist to make it a quick, simple and fun make. This would be an ideal project for somebody wanting to learn the basics of English Paper Piecing. Kits will contain everything you need to make the ball except the stuffing. Full instructions come with the kit along with clear step by step photographs. The best bit about the kits is the fabrics. Each kit contains fun fabrics carefully selected by me. There will three colour options, vintage (as seen above), pinks and blue/grey.
In keeping with the children's theme, later this month I will also be releasing a free pattern, so stay tuned for that! The best way to hear first about when kits and patterns are released is to sign up for the newsletter.​