DIY: making zero waste inserts for washable nappies
Do you use washable nappies and are looking for sustainable and inexpensive inserts to protect your nappies? We have an easy DIY for you to make your own zero waste inserts for washable nappies.
Tools
- scissors
- 100% cotton fabric that does not fray, such as old T-shirts or fitted sheets
- piece of cardboard
Instructions
- With your washable nappies, measure how big the inserts should be. It is useful to make the inserts slightly larger than the absorbent part, so you can fold the edges and they will stay in place better.
- Make a template from cardboard with the desired dimensions.
- With the cardboard template, you can now easily and quickly cut out the inserts.
Notes
- Often the edges curl a bit after washing. Therefore, make the inserts slightly too big rather than too small.
- You can wash the inserts at 60°C with your washable nappy wash.
- Make sure the insert does not stick out of the overpants, as this can cause leakage.