This post includes a free bib pattern download and instructions for making adorable bias tape trimmed bibs! Bibs are so fun to make and there are so many things you can do with them. I think they make excellent baby shower gifts, too.
This little bib is a basic bib bound with bias tape that ties in the back in a bow. I had lots of fun picking bold binding to go with some favorite fabrics. My favorite is the sparkly binding. SPARKLY BINDING! I didn’t even know that existed!
You can make your own binding for this or use store bought. I used this project as a scrap buster. You don’t need too much fabric, so it is perfect for that!
Bias Tape Bibs Materials
- 1/4 yard main fabric
- 1/4 yard lining fabric
- 1/4 yard interfacing
- 1 package 1/2″ double fold bias tape
Free Bib Pattern Download
Baby Bib Instructions
Cut out 1 main, 1 lining and 1 interfacing of the pattern piece. Make sure you cut it on the fold.
Stack all three layers together, with right sides out and interfacing in the middle.Baste all the way around the bib to hold the layers together.
Pin bias tape around the bib. Start by pinning it all around the outer edge. Sew it on.
Then pin another piece in the neckline, with 5-8″ hanging off each top.
Fold under 1/4″ on the edges of the binding and pin.
Sew this piece of binding on, including stitching up the open edge of the binding that is hanging off the top.
Slip in a little tag as you stitch the binding on if you want.
The tops tie in a bow:
Baby Bib Sewing Tips
- To make this easier, try using the adjustable binding foot
! - Use a contrasting thread for another pop of color!
- Raid your scrap pile for some fun combinations.
- Use flannel on the back (or front) for extra absorbency and softness.
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Beautiful!! I’ll do it for my little niece AnnaSofia! she was born in december like little Lena (congrats she is super cute <3)!
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Thanks for the freebie:) Love this sparkly bib!
Oh this is cute!!! I love it, thanks :D
I love your bibs! That bias tape is amazing! Funny too I was planning on sharing a free bib pattern today but it got bumped to tomorrow, tis the season of baby bibs :) They are the best!
Oh my heck, that sparkly bias tape is the tops! I have some old, old, gold bias tape that I should try busting out for something. Inspiring as always Kate! :)
ADORABLE! Did you sew the bias tape on using the Distinctive Binding Tape foot?
Oh fab! Thank you for this. I have been wanting to make bibs as presents for my friends who have new babies!
Thank you for sharing! Your fabrics are beautiful ;)
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I love this – we’re having a baby shower soon and I think you’re bibs are perfect for it!
I’ve never seen sparkly binding before – wow! The bibs are great. I can’t wait to make some for baby shower gifts.
Yay for bibs! I swear you can never have enough. These are great. I love the binding!
You know what I love so much about you? (just one of the things!) You always make a pile of stuff and then stack it up, line it up and photograph it. Something about items in sets really pleases me! I don’t even need baby bibs, but I want some now!