DIY baby: 9 ideas to do during your pregnancy

You've just heard the big news, and the ideas have been flowing ever since! Don't know where to start? Knitting, sewing, crochet... we've put together a top-notch schedule for your next 9 months! Goal: 1 month = 1 DIY for baby! If you don't know how to fill your days when you're pregnant, rest assured, you're not about to get bored!
We've put together some easy-to-make DIY activities for you while you're waiting for baby! All you have to do is be creative and have fun!

A baby in your family or among your friends? It's the perfect opportunity to make beautiful things with your 10 fingers.
Whether you're a DIY expert or a novice, discover our DIY baby tutorials for an original, personalized birth gift. If you didn't know what to give as a baby gift? This article is the perfect place to find ideas for baby gifts.

^1st month: A bunny-ear rattle

Here's a quick and easy sewing tutorial! Very practical for soothing baby's gums, it's also ideal as a cuddly toy. This fabric bunny rattle has been made with a CE-compliant teething ring, and is made from saliva-resistant, untreated wood.

2nd month: A teddy bear crochet blanket

Our tutorial explains how to make a crocheted teddy bear for baby. Caticoud created this teddy bear using creative bubble wool, designed for making tawashi sponges, but you can also use the much softer Ricorumi cotton yarn to make your own baby comforter!
This tutorial is best suited to those with some crochet experience. But why not try your hand at this crazy project? You've got 9 months to get it right ;)

Month 3: An original bib for baby

Discover in this sewing tutorial how to make a mixed baby bib. As a bonus, you'll find a free printable bib pattern. Isn't that great? Whether it's a classic bib or an original one with pompoms, you're bound to fall for one of our tutorials.

Month 4: Knitting baby booties

Much easier than it looks, knitting baby-sized booties is a project for beginners. So get on your needles and watch our video. These cute little booties are a classic to make while waiting for your little one to arrive.

Month 5: A DIY baby mobile

In this tutorial, learn how to make a felt baby mobile. Positioned above the crib or changing table, the mobile will captivate and soothe your baby. So why not make your own? Whether you want to make a baby mobile from fabric, wood or origami, there's no shortage of ideas, so have fun!

Month 6: A rainbow cushion to decorate the nursery

The idea behind this rainbow cushion tutorial is to create a sensory and decorative object that stimulates your baby's sense of sight and touch, by varying the effects and creating different volumes. And what better way to do this than with punch needle! This relief embroidery technique is fun and easy to do (once you get the hang of it). The principle is simple: you stitch on the reverse side of a canvas or fabric, and small curly stitches form on the right side. The punch needle is the decorating must-have of the moment! Check out our other DIY punch needle tutorials.

Month 7: Washable gloves and wipes for baby

Say goodbye to disposable cotton pads! Switch to washable wipes for baby, and make-up remover wipes for yourself! Here's a project that's quick to sew and ideal for using up your fabric scraps! As well as taking care of your little one, you'll be taking care of the planet by limiting your waste! Take another step towards zero waste with our DIY tutorials, so let's get started!

How many washable wipes do you need for your baby? Depending on your use, you'll need a certain number. We advise you to make around thirty so that you always have a stock on hand.
What material should I use for washable wipes? Choose fabrics made from organic cotton and Oeko Tex, a label certifying that the textile and its dyes are non-toxic and designed without harmful substances. Our bamboo viscose terry cloth is perfect for babies and sensitive skin.

Month 8: A personalized baby bath cape

A bath cape is an essential accessory when baby is born! So why not sew one! The little hood will allow your little one to dry off properly when getting out of the bath. To get you started, learn how to sew a bathrobe with or without bias in the tutorial. For future sewing sessions, you can try a bathrobe model with bunny ears. It's so cute!

Month 9: a macramé pacifier clip

Baby and his pacifier are a great love story! Why not make a pretty pacifier clip to prevent your little one from losing it and causing drama!
We love macramé, so we thought combining the two could only look good! Easy to make, you'll love this prettymacramé pacifier clip twisted with wooden beads.