Whew! It's been a long time since I've posted, and a lot has changed! Since that post a million years ago, we have been on a very interesting journey with cloth diapers. We wanted to use them when Nora was born, but the brand we bought just wasn't working for us. We were dealing with constant leaks, and her clothes had to be changed as often as the diapers. Then, when we found out we were moving to Montana and coin-op laundry, we were done. I just wasn't willing to wash dirty diapers in a washer that I couldn't control.
Not long after we returned to Utah, I decided to dive back in to cloth diapering to save money. I had already sold our previous stash and knew I couldn't fork over the money for a new one, so I started doing some research. Diaperswappers.com became my best friend as I read about all the different types, styles, and fabrics used for cloth diapers. I found a pattern for pocket fitted diapers that I knew I could make with some old t-shirts, but fitted diapers need a cover. I became very interested when I read about using wool as a diaper cover. Several women had found wool sweaters at thrift stores and sewn them into diaper covers. I couldn't believe that wool could be waterproof enough for a diaper cover, but the refashionista inside of me decided to give it a try.
To my surprise, amazement, and delight, it worked! The wool was so soft and cuddly (Nora started asking for her "soft pants" rather early on) and we had ZERO leaks! I fell absolutely in love with wool, and started making some extra diaper covers to sell in my Etsy shop. All in all, I was able to put together a whole new stash for around twenty bucks plus a little elbow grease, and before I knew it we were in cloth full time.
Well, when Joey was born things changed a little. Two in cloth diapers was a little too much for me- heck, two KIDS was a little too much!- and I took a break. But then one day a miracle happened! Nora was potty trained! With only one in diapers I was anxious to get back to cloth, and I am loving it.
When I first started cloth diapering it was strictly to save money. I thought it was something that I could endure so we didn't have to drop thirty bucks at a time on diapers, but it became something I genuinely enjoy and believe in. I love how much it cuts down on our garbage. I love how much less stinky it is (really!). I love the knowledge that I am putting all natural fibers on my baby. I even love the fluffy bubble butt!
So many of us are trying to save money. So many of us are trying to make choices that are healthier for our children and for the environment. And I know that so many of us don't know where to start! I want to use this blog as a space to share resources and what I've learned about cloth diapering- especially on the cheap. So please, come back often, and don't be afraid to ask questions or share some wisdom of your own!
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