How to sew a fitted sheet for a crib

Sleep for a person is an integral part of life. It is at this time that the body rests and gains strength. For both adults and children, it is important that sleep takes place in comfortable conditions. A growing child constantly turns over in the crib, knocks his arms and legs, the diaper under the baby moves out and causes discomfort. But there is a way out of any situation. You can create comfort in a baby crib with your own hands. All you need is to have the material and sewing kit on hand. Let's look at how to sew a sheet with an elastic band; it is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. But your child will sleep peacefully all night.

Fabric selection

A sheet with an elastic band is an excellent option for a restless baby; there is no need to constantly adjust the crib and iron the bed linen. Also, a diaper with an elastic band is suitable for any type of bed, for example, a round or oval manger (it is difficult to choose bedding for them).

The first step in sewing a fitted sheet is selecting the fabric. The stores offer a wide range, but the following are ideal for a baby:

• Chintz. Chintz is an economical option, which is very important, since a growing child needs to constantly update things.
• Calico. Calico is a more expensive material, but it is denser and wrinkles less.
• Flannel. Flannel is acceptable for winter.

For sewing you will need a little time and related tools.

REFERENCE. Before starting work, make sure that all the necessary sewing supplies are available in the house in order to avoid running around the shops and neighbors in the middle of the process.

Sewing supplies:

• Safety pins.
• Scissors and centimeter.
• Sewing machine.
• Textile.
• Threads.
• Edging.
• Rubber.
• Iron.

REFERENCE. The fabric for sewing is selected based on the preferences of the child and parents. And also depending on the time of year.

What are the sizes and how to calculate them?

The size of the sheet directly depends on the performance of the mattress and crib where the diaper will be placed. Length, width and height are taken into account. Using a centimeter, we measure the necessary indicators. We write them down on paper. Using them we create a pattern for the future diaper.

If you choose flannel for a sheet, then it is worth considering that the fabric tends to shrink. Before cutting, stretch the fabric and make calculations based on the shrinkage of the material.

How to sew a fitted sheet for a crib

Before starting work, the selected fabric is washed, dried and ironed.

Sewing steps:

1. We make a pattern from paper or tracing paper, calculating the dimensions of the mattress. It is important not to forget 10 cm on each side for allowances.
2. We cut out the resulting rectangle and cut out a square of 15–19 cm in size along the edges on four sides (whichever is more convenient for you), for this you can prepare a cardboard square with the appropriate dimensions in advance.
3. We sew the inner edges of the squares, and we get a kind of envelope.
4. We wrap the edges of the sheet; an option with edging tape is also possible, it looks more aesthetically pleasing.
5. Using a heated iron, we form hems for the elastic along the entire perimeter of the sheet.
6. Sew and hem the edges of the sheet, leaving four holes for the elastic.
7. We distribute the prepared elastic band along the entire length.

Two ways to attach the elastic:

• An elastic band is sewn to the folded edges.
• We make a seam along the entire sheet, insert an elastic band and secure its ends.

REFERENCE. It is best to have a sewing machine on hand; the process of sewing a sheet with an elastic band by hand is difficult.

What features should you pay attention to?

Of course, first of all you should pay attention to the choice of fabric. Therefore, we carefully study the composition of the fabric: the more natural components, the more valuable the material, and they are more pleasant to children’s skin. Quality: fabric density increases the wear resistance of the material. It is also important how the fabric is dyed; high-quality material does not fade and does not leave marks on the skin.

REFERENCE. The price must correspond to the quality. It is not necessary to buy expensive fabric, just based on the beautiful colors.

An important point is that the fabric should wash well, not wrinkle and be easy to iron. The sheet is made for a crib, which means that washing will be constant, as the child will spill juices and turn over a plate of porridge.

We choose environmentally friendly fabric for the baby in order to avoid allergic reactions. Try to avoid synthetic materials, as they do not allow your baby's skin to breathe.

There is nothing complicated about sewing a sheet with an elastic band yourself. The main thing is to prepare all the necessary tools and buy fabric before starting work. By following simple instructions, a mother on maternity leave or a retired grandmother can independently create comfort in a crib without spending extra money.