How to Sew a Reusable Cloth Pad - Sewing Tutorial - DIY - Handmade By Hedi
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Sewing a reusable cloth menstrual pad. From beginning to end, this is how I do it. ↓↓↓↓↓↓↓
Materials used: (click show more)
1. I use ZORB and FLANNEL (brushed cotton) combo as a core. Zorb is incredibly absorbent and the layer of cotton flannel adds extra bit of absorbency and prevents pressure leaks.
2. For topper fabric (that goes against the skin) I use (here) 100% COTTON, but also minky, cotton flannel and performance pique.
3. For backing I use FLEECE. Fleece helps the liquid not leak, with the combo of the zorb and flannel core.
The pattern is Round by Versodile
(she has etsy shop and fb group)
The machine I use is the BROTHER XR3140
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For everyone saying "ewwww I wouldn't want to reuse this its nasty" or anything like that, think about this....literally all of our ancestors, yes ALL OF THEM used actual rags, RAGS or cotton (if lucky) or LEAVES to keep clean. My grandmother said it was a chore to wash rags but it had to be done to keep clean. I'm sure they all would've LOVED to have products like these reusable pads. Honestly if you are scared or disgusted of your own blood, that sounds like a personal problem. But me, I appreciate this video, thank you for the tutorial. And for removing the stains I've found that a tiny drop of dawn dish soap and some soaking time lifts the stains well.
They are fighting years and years and years of training that women's menstrual cycles are dirty. It will take a while to break people of this thinking.
Yes in olden days women's are used cotton cloths only, again the cycle is repeated in a new way. Good
yep! I always think of how if you stain your underwear you wash them! that's not weird just like how this isn't
Women should be concerned with what they are wearing so close to their hoohah. Especially the deodorizers used in disposables! We were not meant to have so many chemicals rubbing on us like that!
Peroxide works great!! & it's cheaper than using up your dawn 😊
Every woman should try this kind of cloth pads to save ourselves and our earth
*Every person who has a period.
And if you have seen some of the other posts on here about "accidentally running out of period supplies".......
@@merrily9773 that is every woman...
@@GK-fy9dd Not every woman has a vagina.
@@merrily9773 I hate to break it to you but they're anything anything except a woman then, probably transgender or something. I don't hate them but biologically, women have vaginas.
Not a bad idea to try. I spend way too much money on pads. Also, most pads irritate my sensitive skin.
It's great to sew your own, if you can 😊
I had the same problem with irritation and it was the main reason I switched. Cloth pads are soooooo much more comfortable!
@@TUBEalicious same!!!!! ❤️
I’m looking to switch to reusable and can’t wait to give stitching my own a go
I came here for the same reason I got allergic reaction from a pad which never happened before :(
This is not only fun and creative, but very important for tackling period poverty and plastic waste!! ❤❤
Agree 👍 😁
No think about hygiene, who wants to keep on touching, the nasty periods😳😳😳😳
@@gracekahugu3506 period is a natural thing. And you are "touching" your own blood
@Honeymoon Avenue I guess that you would rather touch some one else's bloody mess, INSTEAD OF YOUR OWN!
@@gracekahugu3506 this or that you have to clean your panty
And if probs don't touch the pad with your hand soak it in a tub of cold water...with some handwash ,dettol and lemon juice/salt put into that and then you can scrub.
Done... Imao😘😘🤗🤗
My sister bought me reusable pads from an online store which was recommended (but I don't know the name) and I have to tell you, they are a THOUSAND times better than those pads we buy from the store! At first I was so shocked when I heard about it, but if you get the chance, definitely use reusable pads. One of the GREATEST productions of plastic comes from pads. We would be helping our dying environment SO MUCH by simply using reusable pads. I also bleed heavy amounts but with these pads they never leak because the cloth is thick enough and there is also a cloth that is water resistent at the bottom, leading to no leakage.
Really? I was looking at this and wondering if it would hold for the heaviest bleeders -- mine is (was, I'm on meds that stopped them) very heavy, could go through an overnight ultra in like an hour the first mornings of the week. Eventually I just used a menstrual cup and doubled up with a heavy pad, that pretty reliably (but not always) stopped leakage without me having to use the restroom every hour.
(But at that point it was a medical problem so I got that addressed, not the case anymore, thankfully.)
This particular one is a regular but if you either double the core or add PUL lining (I have another video about that) then it is quite sufficient 👍
I use both menstrual cup and pad, because I'm also a heavy bleeder and I really wanted to stop using toxic chemical and plastic infused commercial pads
So if you feel like the cloth pad wouldn't suffice to keep you clean and dry, I would suggest try both cup and pad
Of course the cup is sufficient by itself but I don't like the idea of something inside me 24/7 so I alternate between the two 😀
Not to mention this is potentially safer health wise if the right fabrics are used.
It can be... Many are allergic to the materials the disposable are made of. And the chemicals inside, that make the pads absorbent.....
I love this !!! I live in Egypt and was looking for a charity idea , this will help so many women and young women here to have no shame or embarrassment when their period comes ❤
What shame or embarrassment do we have in Egypt?????
@@Shathoughts I am a nurse and midwife periods are of course a very natural part of every woman's life however in Egyot sanitary pads are quite expensive so many women use old towels, clothes etc . The shame and embarrassment comes when the cloth doesn't absorb well and they are left with a stain on their clothes or if not changed often they develop a distinctive smell . There is no shame in this but I am sure all girls would like to keep their bodily functions private and the reusable sanitary towels would help in doing that , inshaAllah we will deliver our first bundle of pads to schools in Luxor next month and girls can access a package of 6 at no cost
@@deborahkimber6382 well, that is just wholesome 💖
I pray that you achieve your goal ❤ AMEEN ❤
I've watched heaps of videos and I think yours is the first one I've seen where you don't waste so much material when cutting out the pattern. I like this idea of making some eco friendly feminine products. I wish I'd learnt earlier in my life to make these it would have saved so much money.
Thank you Hedi. I live and work in the Himalayas and people have forgotten the tradition of DIY pads. The charitable tailoring unit I work with LOVED your video. Happy women and girls here.
So great! My daughters and have been using pads that I’ve made for over a year. We LOVE them🥰 They are much more comfortable and I get to pick different fabrics and try out different sizes! Before you say “eww!”, try one and see for yourself. My daughters friend tried and she wants more now. Also my sister!
Agreee
True
My daughter is starting to come to age. I have thought about introducing these first. I have PCOS so I dont have periods at all and am very out of the loop. I was reading there are nasty chemicals in disposable ones and I dont want that sitting against the most sensitive absorbing areas. Do you use this pattern or did you make your own?
@@Registered_Necromancer this is a pattern by Versodile, called Round. Versodile also has some free patterns in her Facebook group. Just search Versodile.
How do you wash it
Dear mate A 1000 TIMES BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO THAT HELPED AND SAVED MANY LIVES.MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU.
I’ve made my own cloth pads before. But not for a long time. After watching your video I went ahead and made myself six new ones. I’m excited! Thanks for the inspiration!
Great tutorial!
Is anyone else mind blown by that zig zag scissors? Omg that was amazing! 😬
Thank you
They’re called pinking shears. They’ve been around for decades…
@@maryricketts7337 I know, I have since purchased some of my own 🙂
I like your method where you draw the outline only on your top layer, and use that as a stitching line. This eliminates fussy cutting of the top and bottom, and gives you a large border to hold on to, and that doesn't get tucked under the presser foot accidentally. Using pinking shears is also genius. I've made only one pad so far to try it out for stress incontinence, and I like it - it's comfortable, and no leaks so far! I will try your assembly method next time. thank you!
Me too! I thought that was such a time saver.
Cathy S. I was going to ask about stress incontinence and you answered for me 👍 I sometimes find liners uncomfortable and the edges sometimes irritate.
Well done video! I want to create these to donate in Rural Mexico.
I admire your generosity. Wished more people were like. you
I am creating some to donate in rural Ghana haha
I have been thinking of this for a winter project
Very nice tutorial! I've been making my own pads for years now. I love seeing others make them.
You make it look so easy! I've just finished My second pad and it looks better than the first one, but still terrible! I've bought a sewing machine with pads in mind as first project but they do require a bit of practice!
My 1st one looked awful!!! Yes, it just takes practice.
@Tonya Antony AMEN!
She sews perfect. I do not sew perfect. But I still Love sewing. I began with making the simplest Grocery Bags. You may want to try that. But it has been two months. You probably have made more & are better at it by now.
It is way better than sanitary pad of market ..and also reduce environmental pollution ..
thanks very useful for all ladies in the world
It's been a few years since I've revamped my home/handmade stash.
So glad I found this video. Very clear & detailed.
Finally wised up and saved it my Pinterest & my playlist!
If you don't already have a video that includes this step, you may want to add in the use of PUL or other material for women who work away from home, have heavy cycles or incontinence, or are making these for postpartum use. (Totally see the video now! Lol. Adding it too. You're awesome.)
I find I generally don't need it, but our period needs change through the years.
😁 I was just gonna say that I have a video on PUL aswell 😁🤣👍
Glad you find these videos useful ☺️
Thank you for just getting straight into it 🙂😊
Wonderful, just wonderful! For some or most women this is a very healthy option. Real cotton will always be the best or at least, a safe plant based fiber..
And you don't just "run out"
Tupperware had a special soaking & pre-wash container for these. They are also used for camping washes. I have one. Excellent! Especially with Biotex or some such.
Thanks for the tutorial. It looks fun to be able to mix and match colours and patterns of cloth pads 💕
I love these sooo much I have been using ones I bought online for cheap they have lasted me about 7 years and still they’re fine, but I think I’m going to try making my own now after watching this video! I have so many cute fabrics and old t shirts I can use aaaa I’m excited to cut them up and have cute new pads 🥰
I've been using store baught reusable pads and I love them! Very very expensive so I'm excited to try making my own.
These are so cool and good for the earth! I used to think they were gross and stuff, but know that I know the benefits I will definitely be making a few of these 🤍
What an awesome idea and a great way to cut down on waste! I’ve been searching for the perfect video to show me how to make these for me and for my two daughters in the future. Your video did just that. A great way to reuse old fleece baby blankets! Too bad I gave them all away though. Anyway, Thanks so much for sharing. ♥️
You're welcome 😁 glad you like it
This is really helpful...thank you.....have never used reusable pads but I'm definitely going to start now ......I use so much money on disposable ones and I think this is going to be a great money saver
Very beautiful work! I can tell you know about sewing. Your pads look very professional. Congratulations!
Thanks for the tutorial! Very useful
Thank you so much for this video. I have to make many for poverty stricken . These will definitely help me and to the users both.
The OCD issues I struggle with in my later years would prevent me from using this method but my family member stitched cloth diapers for my daughter's back in the 80's this is soooooo convenient and budget savvy!!!
You took time and care with the little things, which I thinks makes all the difference fora neat and tidy pad
Thank you 😊
Ive seen a lot of tutorials today, yours is for much the best, thank you!
Thanks 😁
Super. Good job. It will helpful to all us. Thank you sooo much.
Excellent tutorial. For the UA-cam win today!
Very nice! Thank you Hedi Salm!!
You did great job fr.
What a brilliant idea
this video have been in my likes for a while now and i FINALLY got my hands on a sewing machine so i think it's a good time to give it a go!
👍
Useful and creative upload
Thank you
Wonderful job thankyu
this is sooooo well done !!
Great tutorial. Thanks so much. Just made my first CSP following your tutorial, while mine looks very homemade, it’s sooo comfortable. Plus the fleece backing means it’s not moving around on me! Thanks again 🤗
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This is awesome . Very good
Great tutorial. Thank you.
Oh my, you make it look easy! I wish I could buy some!
After a while it will become easy 😂
Thank you for the awesome video
Awesome😊
EXCELENTE VIDEO. FELICITACIONES.
Hello there! Very useful tutorial. I make my own cloth pads and I just found out a new tip,cutting with the zig zag scissors Thank you!
You made this look amazingly easy and completely doable! I'll have to purchase materials and make this soon!
Hi, it will become easier with every pad. All of my first pads were awful 😂
Wat materials to be used
That inner material
For the core I use 1x Zorb and 1x flannel
What a neat work... Woow!
Thank you
OMG this is amazing, I'm inspired to try this myself one day 😭😭😭
Great video! Also I'm glad I'm not the only one who decorates their machine with stickers lol
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Great Video! Thank you💕💕💕
wow... thank you. I will try it
Okay when you flipped it inside out my jaw literally dropped haha
Ok, this is motivation to buy a sewing machine, tired of expensive, uncomfortable store bought pads
Go for it 👍😁
Super 👏👏👏👏👏👏
You have a talent! Great job!!
Thanks 😁
Super
Very useful for the woman
I like it
Wow this is the answer to my worries.. Amazing.. 👍👍😍
congratulations 2001 subscribers ❤️ many more to come
Thanks Lina 🤗😊
Thank you
Nice
Nice demonstration! I’m jealous that you can use just a few clips and have the pad come out so nice!
Thanks 😁 but yours are always so neat. I love yours ❤️❤️❤️
Great job sewing those curves.
I love this
😁 Thanks
I like them and your machine too. is also good to take care of our ecolgy.
i stan TALENT👏👏👌
This is such a neat and amazing work. Its so pretty as well. Why dont you consider selling them online. I'd definetly buy em😊👌
I do 😁 HandmadeByHedi.etsy.com ❤️👍
Your hands are looking so beautiful.
🤣 Thank you
Thank you! I
Love it !!!
Very good and useful video, one of the best that I found, thank you! :)
Well said and taught.thank you very much teacher.
thank you for video sharing very easy to stich
Excellent video, thanks!
This is amazing! I use iy for school and it dosent make any sound !
Thx
Wow!!😮 you could make a bunch of these and sell them!! I spent a fortune on store bought pads and could have saved a bunch of money if I had this about ten years ago!! Great job!!
Muy buena idea 😉 nos vemos en la obligación de recurrir a reciclar y de paso cuidar nuestro medio ambiente y bolsillo
Gostei
Beautifully done!! What stitch settings is that? The wave stitch i do is a lot smaller.
On Brother xr3140 it's number 28 and I change to length from 1.0 to 2.5. Hope it helps 😉
@@HediSalm oh thank you!
,😘😘 спасибо вы меня спасли
Beautiful hands!!!
Thank you for making this vd! Glad to find this. Sooo *neat and easy to follow tutorial*. I have a question : if I add another line of stitch on the core, would it help to spread(?) the blood more evenly? I've seen some pads that have additional lines of stitch aprt from the round one for putting the top+core materials together.
I'm not sure, I haven't tried. I know some add a line in the middle of the core (through topper and core, but not the back) to help with directing the flow, but I haven't tried.
@@HediSalm Thank you for the reply~ I'm going to follow your tutorial to make mine 🌱 You are so talented!
Hi! I rly like your sewing videos. :)
I want to start making my own pads, but I don’t have a sewing machine. What machine do you use? Do you think a Michley 2- speed would do the job just fine?
I have a Brother XR3140. I don't know the Michley 2, but ANY sewing machine should be OK. I have even handsewn some in the beginning 😊
Great tutorial and fantastic idea!!!
I just use a two cotton wash cloths Tri-fold it, wash it at the end of the day in the tub, use a fresh one for night time while the day one dries
What ever works 👍😁
Very nice dear..... Useful thoughts actually.....
Great Idea. I'm sure this is simular to what women had to do centuries ago.
Except pretty 😍
Not even centuries! I am 65, and my 1st pads were disposable, but not adhesive and I had to use a "belt" to hold them in place. My mother used cloth when she started. I'm glad women are now going back, because of the non-biodegradable nature of disposables, and the expense. The new tech fabrics such as Zorb and fleece make it much cleaner and easier to wear.
Best tutorial I've seen! I wish I could sew like You do! :)
Aww, thanks 😊 😍
Well done on the project 👍👍
Also you got wicked good sewing machine skills.
Why did you use the pinking scissors instead of just regular trimming ?
Thanks. I find that cutting with pinking shears the pad looks neater and less bulky when turned. But also using pinking shears is not a necessity. I just have them and use them.
Ah , that makes sense 😀
I'm actually making my own since mine is so heavy at night and it leaks through the bed.
I want one that can cover my back and sides at night to avoid leakage and is thick enough absorb most of it....thank you, this will really help me a lot...
I'd recconend usind a layer of waterproof PUL to help with leaking. Or for backer soft shell fleece.
Cok guzel
I tried reusable pads in the past but had trouble keeping up with the care of them. Your video is making me want to give it another go. It looks much more absorbent and comfortable than the first pads I tried.
There are new ways and new materials coming out all the time 😁 even the past 2 years I have changed the way I do things and materials
hi nice video
how many hours can i wear these pads? and i don't think i will find fleece fabric in my country. so do u have any alternatives for fleece.
thank you