My First Sale and "the upgraded Burp Cloths"

I had no idea it would be so exciting to sell something I had made.  I had always thought it would be nice (that's partly why this blog has come into existence).  I've given things away and made gifts before which are always satisfying.  I had a friend ask me to make her baby shower gift (set of 5 burp cloths) for her sister-in-law and I have to say that I'm very happy with how things turned out.

 I had planned on using some brown and pink polka dot ribbon
and making some classic burp cloths.  So I made three of them:

But, after I remembered hearing that the little girl's room was brown and green with pink accents and had a remnant I had bought a year ago I had to find a way to use it for this project.  So I worked on it and created a pattern for myself to make reversible fabric burp cloths:

a set of Burp Cloth "2.0"

Here's why I like these burp cloths- they are the perfect combination of fasionable and functional, I know this from experience.  They're cute, yes, but they leave plenty of white absorbant space. (which I was always in need of)  This is true of both the ribbon style and the fabric style.  I always pick ribbon with a design that is printed on or woven in because sometimes the painted on patterns will wear off after 20-30 washings.

What I like about the fabric ones is that they completely cover the serged ends of the cloth diapers from the front and back so when you throw it over your shoulder in public you don't have to worry what side is up.  The fabric is also pretty soft.  I might have to make myself a few to see how they hold up to multiple washings.  They are a little more work, but I think they will be worth it. 

The bottom line is that both styles work very well and are great for around the house or in public!