Tip #44 Switch to Cloth Pads

Ok.....so this is a touchy subject for me. Prior to last year I had used disposable pads for more than 20 years. The thought of using cloth that had to be washed just wasn't my thing. Then one day I was doing my usual blog browsing and realized that lots of women have switched to cloth pads.

I started shopping around, but found they were expensive up front. They save money in the long run, but you have to shell it out in the beginning. I did however find lots of tutorials on making them from scratch. So, I decided to make my own. And....

I LOVE THEM!!!!!!!!!!

They are soft, breathable, and comfortable.

I use cotton flannel for the inner and outer layers, so I purchase several yards at a time with a 40% off fabric store coupon. They sew up fast and cheap.

I was selling them on Ebay and Etsy, but couldn't keep them in stock. I was sewing so many, I lost track of spending time with my family. That's how popular these things are!!! You can get a good deal on Ebay. A lot of sellers start the bid low, so you can choose how high you want to go.

A great site I found that detailed the ins and outs of pad making can be found here.

Here are some pictures of the pads I have made:

Happy Saving!!