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Baby Bib Pattern - The Best Free Baby Bib Pattern in 3 Sizes

Feb 21, 2021

Sew tons of cute baby bibs using my best, free baby bib pattern in 3 sizes, ranging from newborn bib to toddler bib. A set of these adorable baby bibs and one of my Ultimate Diaper Clutches (pattern here) will make the perfect handmade gift every new mom would love to have.

baby bib pattern

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Baby Bib Pattern

This baby bib was designed to be simple and minimalistic, and a good project even for those who are new to sewing (though you might want to see this beginner guide for sewing too!)

It's perfect to have at hand for every occasion and it is available in three sizes, from newborns to 4 years.

pink baby bib pattern detail

I designed the bib pattern for my own babies - and I'm quite picky about the bibs available out there in shops, so you know you're going to be making a great shaped bib that will get lots of compliments. Perfect for a drooly baby, a messy toddler or a perfect baby shower gift!

three pink bibs sewn with free baby bib pattern

First, for those of you who like video tutorials, I've made a video slide-show to get the feeling of how easy it is to sew one:

No time to sew now? Use this link or the image below to save it to Pinterest and sew when you need the pattern:

baby bib pattern

What is the Finished Size of these baby bibs?

Width x Length: 
Newborn(Small, 0-3 months) 7" x 9 ½" (18 x 24 cm)
Baby (Medium, 3-12 months) 8" x 10 ½" (20 x 27 cm)
Toddler (Large, 1-4 years) 9 ½" x 12 ½" (24 x 32 cm)
Neck Opening: Newborn Size 9 ½" (24 cm), Baby (Medium) 11" (28 cm), Toddler (Large) 12" (31 cm)

What size baby bib does my baby need?

If you are not sure what size baby bib your newborn needs, it's always better to go one size up. You can add a second kam snap to the back, so there are two sizing options in one single baby bib. How cool is that!

SUPPLIES to sew the baby bib pattern:

pink cotton fabric to sew bibs
  • A fat quarter of quilting fabric (I used a few pieces from Lori Whitlock's Sweet Baby Girl collection.)
  • Fat eighth of terry cloth: 14" x 11" (36cm x 28cm) /alternative: sew-in batting, interfacing
  • A set of KAM snaps or metallic snaps or Velcro tape
  • sewing machine or needle, pins or sewing clips,
  • iron, scissors, or rotary cutter plus cutting mat (I use this one by Olfa)
  • baby bib pattern – scroll to the end of this tutorial for the link.

Baby Bib Sewing Steps:

Let's sew!

Step 1 - Print the Baby bib template

Decide on the size you need. In doubt, choose the larger size. Print the pattern (link at the end of the tutorial) to a piece of cardboard or paper. You'll cut two pieces of fabric from it, like this:

two pieces of fabric cut from the baby bib pattern

Step 2 - Optional Piecing

If you want your bib front pieced like I did mine (see the piece above?), you'll first cut three pieces of fabric and stitch them together using a ¼" seam allowance (0.7cm).

pink rotary cutter with fabric on cutting table

  To make it super easy for you, I did all the measuring and here are the dimensions:

template for the free bib pattern

You'll get these:

easy bib pattern pieces to sew

Step 3 - Cut The Baby Bib pieces

Then use the template to cut 2 pieces from fabric and 1 from interfacing, interlining, or best a layer of terry cloth for maximum absorbance.

Bonus tips - What Interfacing to use for baby bibs?

Now, a few words on absorbance and a suggestion for extra-drooly babies: use terry cloth as an interlining layer. Here's an image to show you options and from left to right, it's terry cloth, then thin woven fusible interfacing and batting. They are all good, but terry cloth will always be the preferred choice for me when sewing bibs.

photo shows types of interfacing that are good for sewing a baby bib

Step 4- Layer The bib pieces

Place the terry cloth on a flat surface, then one piece of fabric right-side-up, and the other piece of fabric facing down (So the fabric will be RST, right sides together). Like this:

layers to sew

Step 5 - Sewing the bib

Stitch around using a ⅜" or 1 cm seam allowance. Make sure to leave a 3" (7cm) gap at the bottom, for turning. Go slowly and use a short stitch length, it will make sewing curves a breeze.

free bib pattern

  Step 6 - Trim Off Bulk On the Seam

Trim down the terry cloth layer close to the stitching line to reduce bulk. Like this:

fabric shears cutting terry cloth

Also, trim and notch the seam allowance on the fabric, using pinking shears, taking care not to snip into any stitches. I use my tiny and cute (and sharp!) polka-dot scissors to cut tiny V-shaped notches into the curved edge portions. One thing to remember: do not trim down the seam allowance of the 3" part that has not yet been sewn.

how to sew a baby bib

Step 8 - Turn the Bib Right Side Out And Close the Gap

Turn right side out, using a point turner or a non-sharp object like a chopstick or a knitting needle.

sewn item

Press well, especially the opening. Topstitch around the bib, also closing the gap.

Step 9 - Add Kam snaps or Other Type of Bib Closure

kam snaps added to fabric

Last step: add KAM snaps. If you haven't done that before, here's an easy tutorial for you:

how to add kam snaps
Kam Snaps installation tutorial

or a video slideshow, if you're more of a YouTube person:

It's easy and quick!

I hope this makes it super easy for you to sew a load of baby bibs, either for your own or your friends' babies. Enjoy! Also, make sure to get a coordinating free bandana bib pattern (here), a baby sized earwarmer headband. Now use up your stash making lots more. If you share your bibs on Instagram, make sure you tag #applegreencottage so I can find them and see!

No time to sew now? Use this link or the image below to save it to Pinterest and sew when you need the pattern:

free baby bib pattern

How Do I Get the Baby Bib PATTERN for FREE?

The pattern is available IN THE SHOP – but WAIT! Get it for free when you sign up for our free newsletter:

I'll email you the bib pattern in 3 sizes when you sign up for the FREE AppleGreen Cottage newsletter –  at this link:

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Sign up for the free newsletter here to get the bib pattern for free by email – and tons of other goodies!

CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS: You can re-download the bib pattern for FREE from my shop with your 100% DISCOUNT CODE that's is in my latest newsletter – visit the SHOP (here – scroll down for BABY BIB PATTERN) and apply coupon in ‘View Cart’ before checkout.

For anyone who’d prefer not to join the newsletter, you can still purchase the baby bib pattern in my shop.

Want more baby sewing patterns?

You'll love our BABY SEWING PATTERNS series! Check out more baby sewing patterns:

  • Diy Knot Headband tutorial
  • Cute baby hat - FREE pattern!
  • this 2-Sized Free Bandana Bib For Babies and toddlers (Updated!)
  • this cute Baby Burp Cloth - FREE Pattern

Or check out this popular pattern in our shop: Ultimate Diaper Clutch - a perfect baby welcoming gift every new mom would love to get!

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Get The Diaper Clutch PATTERN in the shop HERE.

Baby Bib Pattern - The Best Free Baby Bib Pattern in 3 Sizes

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Comments

  1. Em

    February 16, 2022 at 6:04 am

    Hello ! Great pattern I am very excited to try it. I am just curious, could you make the bibs with terry toweling on the bottom and one cotton fabric layer on top? Or do you recommend the double layer of cotton on top and terry toweling lining (3 layers?) Kindest, Em

    Reply
  2. Kenda Tucker

    July 12, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    I haven't sewed in many years and this pattern and burb cloth were perfect to start with. So easy to do and my sewing skills are coming back after 20 years of not sewing. Thank you for sharing these patterns. My niece is having twins and I have a couple of other family members pregnant I'll be making lots of these sets for them.

    Reply
  3. Esther Ward

    March 11, 2021 at 4:46 am

    Thank you so much for sharing such a delightful pattern. I appreciate it very much x

    Reply
  4. Sandra Browning

    November 11, 2020 at 3:55 am

    Mary was asking for an easier way to turn the bibs right side out. I have found that using a chop stick from our local Chinese restaurant is greatly helpful in turning them right side out. The chop stick is less likely to push through the fabric and it gets into small crannies pretty well.

    Reply
    • Damjana

      November 11, 2020 at 8:56 am

      Sandra hi,

      a great idea, thank you.

      Reply
  5. Mary

    September 28, 2020 at 8:06 pm

    I loved making these bibs. The only part is turning them right side out. Do you have an easier way.

    Reply
    • Damjana

      September 28, 2020 at 8:20 pm

      Mary
      thank you. Well as for turning, I've seen a few bibs where the layers were just sewn together and the raw edges were serged or zigzaged, so no turning. But those will not last as bibs always get a lot of laundering, and personally I prefer clean edges, and absolutely no chance for loose threads around a baby's neck. But with practice, even turning a bib right-side out will become easy, especially after you've made a few. Happy sewing,
      Damjana

      Reply
  6. Canadiansewist

    September 22, 2020 at 3:55 pm

    Thanks for this pattern! I ended up securing the bibs with a button instead of snaps and it worked out well! I accidentally used 5/8ths seam allowances rather than 3/8ths but they still turned out fine! This was the perfect project to do with scraps from a baby quilt I'm making. Love it. 🙂

    Reply
  7. Kim

    July 22, 2020 at 3:58 am

    Hi do we see on the line or do we sew 3/8 from the line of the bib (in other words is the seam allowance allowed in pattern pieces already

    Reply
    • Damjana

      July 22, 2020 at 9:44 am

      Kim,

      a great question: yes, the seam allowance is already included in the pattern. happy sewing,

      Reply
  8. Lisa Forshey

    June 21, 2020 at 12:44 pm

    Hi! Love your baby bib pattern, but my finished bib is not the same measurements as yours.
    Lisa 🙂

    Reply
    • Damjana

      July 01, 2020 at 11:39 pm

      Lisa hi,
      thanks for using my pattern. First thing that comes to mind is - did you use the 3/8" (1 cm) seam allowance when sewing the bib layers together? And secondly, did your printer print the pattern at 100% size (no scaling)? Hope this helps, xoxo,
      Damjana

      Reply
  9. Diane Pakler

    June 14, 2020 at 7:42 am

    I love your bib pattern! I can't wait to get started on making several. What size Kam Snaps do you use on the bibs? Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Damjana

      June 14, 2020 at 9:27 am

      Diane
      thanks. I always use size 20 (T5) - see here why: https://www.applegreencottage.com/how-to-install-kam-snaps/

      Reply
  10. Paula

    June 07, 2020 at 1:10 am

    I was looking for some easier(I'm still learning) sewing projects online and came across your site which has some beautiful projects, I can't wait to start sewing!! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Damjana

      June 07, 2020 at 8:19 am

      Paula hi,
      so happy to hear that, thank you. Happy sewing,

      Reply
  11. Deb E

    April 24, 2019 at 12:21 pm

    Love that there are three sizes, and since I'm in the middle of making a baby quilt for a soon to be born little one, she'll enjoy those bibs! Thanks so much! Deb E / CA

    Reply
    • Damjana

      April 24, 2019 at 12:40 pm

      Deb,

      I'm so glad to hear that! Happy sewing,

      Reply

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