I love your blog, its such an inspiration. Car restraints may cause an infant’s neck to flex forward into a chin to chest position, which can block a baby’s airway. Kelly I really don't think the blanket you have made, especially the way you have buckled it into the seat, would create a significant air space between the baby and the seat. And you can bet your butt that she is secured in her seat and her seat is secured in my car. Learn more... A car seat cover is an easy way to protect your baby from the wind and cold on your way to and from your car. This is genius! Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. We've had a pretty mild winter and since we are approaching spring, I think I will make it without the batting for a thinner blanket. :) As far as safety goes, I personally believe this to be far safer than the bulky body snow suits. Step:2 We chose a knitted fabric to make it more flexible and adaptable. Love your blog! Last winter my 2 month old baby was continually slipping her arm out of the body suit. My blanket is far from perfect but it fits in the seat well and I think it will be perfect! My twins just turned 2 and I'm just starting to sew again. Last I checked, breathing was pretty essential. Perfect and adorable solution! Fold the fabric the same way that it was folded when it came off of the bolt. (note: do not use nubbie that was left open for the hood, doesn't look to pretty). Recently a friend of mine lost her baby when a babysitter tried to swaddle him to get him to go to sleep. Here's how to make a good baby car seat cover: Supplies. Hey everyone! I will definitely be making a couple of these this summer since MY twins are both having babies this summer!! If you find a larger version, please publish! If possible, install a ballpoint or stretch needle before sewing your car seat cover. Well, on my pinterest boards. My son is almost 2 and we don't put him in the car seat with his coat on, for the safety reasons you mentioned. But I like others am a nurse. I love this! This project took me a little more than one nap time, but I was making two of them. Pinning it :) New follower here. What province are you in? You can make it yourself and customize it to your liking. Cut along the marks and sew the 2 hexagons together. Genius! No grey area here folks. If people are worried about safety, they can just make a huge hole in it so there isn't anything between the baby and the back of the seat. I had 2 late-fall babies. I work hard to create this blog. What a smart idea!! Deebie car accidents are the number one killer of kids under the age of 14. I found several sources that said the conditions for making maple syrup make the growth of botulism almost impossible.As with virtually every parenting decision, we all have to assess the risks and make our own best choice. The issue that is concerning is that the straps may be rerouted (even slightly!) I just stitched them together quickly with a double stitch and you'd never know! To make this infant car seat cover you need only around a half yarn of fabric, a couple inches of elastic and two lengths of cording. Most of the fatalities happen because the children aren't secured in specially designed car seats. In the United States, more than 2,000 children under 14 years of age die each year in vehicle crashes. Completely Brilliant! This article was co-authored by our trained team of editors and researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness. You're either doing it right, or wrong. Why wouldn't you make something like this which doesn't effect the straps?http://www.babyhaven.com/Kiddopotamus-CozyUp-Carrier-Cover.html?utm_source=pricegrabber&utm_medium=Comparison&utm_term=Kiddopotamus+CozyUp+Carrier+Cover+-+Green+/+Ivory&utm_campaign=SI-77420-KD. I really think he'd cover up better with a blanket like this that won't fall off like any other blanket. Obviously someone missed an illness, there is one that can cause very high temperatures without an infection. Strap covers, this planket, JJCole thing. I copied this from a car seat group. We stock 0 group, infant and newborn car seats, with free in store safety demos. Love it! For that reason, I will totally be making this version of the car seat swaddler! risk vs. reward? You can also try your car’s maker if they have someone who can check it for you. This will connect the 2 strips in 1 circular piece. I like the idea. The car seats are not safety tested with additional items in them so you are using them at you own risk and the risk of your babies safety. Maybe there was a heating blanket involved. I also understand that carseat safety nuts say no to these (and other Bundle-Me type products) because of added bulk behind baby. Putting a blanket over your child does not void the warranty for the simple fact that it is not attached to the carseat. http://www.domesticacademic.com/2012/06/car-seat-swaddle.html#. Thank you so much for your blog (new follower) and this tutorial!!! By signing up you are agreeing to receive emails according to our privacy policy. Thank you for this great idea. For more tips on connecting the strips to the main piece, read on! Now with a 3rd on the way I'll try this.ramblingstump.blogspot.com. Keep those Cuties WARM! Make sure to remove the pins as you sew. The cargo is not worth it. These look great Kelly! Thanks for sharing! You can find this type of ruler at a craft supply store. I just seen this and absolutely love it! I made one over the past week but forgot to take photos before delivering it to the Mom, she is due the 25th but we figure it won't be much longer :D So I wanted to get it to her so quickly I forgot to take photos!! For more tips on connecting the strips to the main piece, read on! lol. There Re two issues with after market car seat products. But like anything when it comes to parenting products prices can vary from budget to luxuriously expensive. In a car seat, babies and children younger than 3-years-old can often end up in a bit of a scrunched up position, especially if they fall asleep in a car seat – this means their breathing may be compromised. and come from the wrong place. Mine said it wasn't a problem. I definitely will need to learn to sew and make one of these! No way! Do not sew over them or you may damage your sewing machine! wikiHow's Content Management Team carefully monitors the work from our editorial staff to ensure that each article is backed by trusted research and meets our high quality standards. wikiHow's. I made a snuggie for my 2-yr old & trying to figure out what to do with our on-the-way baby. I don't mean to be rude. Use the pencil to mark this measurement on the paper at the top and bottom. I couldn't get anything done when my twins were this size, but I would have loved these! Unless you plan on giving ideas to make this safer, dont be rude. You know its amazing that we all managed to make it out of the 60's and 70's back when we had plastic bucket car seat and Mom's arm slung across us to keep us safe. First, I made it with fleece instead of flannel, which I would NOT recommend. =), I would buy a few on ETSY! Choose a lightweight stretch fabric for use during the summer months or a heavyweight stretch fabric for use during the winter months! Oh my goodness, I just pinned this and within an hour, 41 people have repinned it!! Tips for proper installation. Even a little bit can cause a spike in the infant's glucose levels which can be dangerous in an infant. The problem is putting the straps THROUGH another piece of fabric, thin as it is, giving the other fabric a possible chance of being adjusted and putting babies in danger.A safer idea? The three mechanisms to fit car seats into cars: 1 ISOFIX. This makes the process fast and easy, and it can also help keep a sleeping baby from waking up during the transfer from mom's arms to the seat. 2 yards of main fabric. Sewing kit. Great idea and such a clear tutorial! If you only have one infant to bundle, I'm sure you can accomplish this while baby sleeps. Car seat canopies are all the rage these days and now that I'm about to have another baby, I can see why. Just discovered your blog and I must say, you are so clever! (I haven't tried it, just a thought.) But there are times when you just have to get out of the house. I'll have to find someone to gift it to. When you open the buckle of the adult belt, the car seat should spring upward slightly. Make sure to remove the pins as you sew. It makes so much sense! Renee-I'm sorry. So with my preemies that can't regulate their temps well, I'm opting for the blanket over nothing! There are 19 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. It doesn't look like it adds any more bulk than those head rest things that car seats come with since you're mostly adding padding over the top of the seat belts. first, the safety of the child in an accident has little to do with the seat cover, it mostly has to do with the harness, straps and where they are located on your baby's body and how the seat is buckled in the car. Hi, thanks for the tutorial, wondering what the dimensions are for the fabric, 1 meter is roughly 40 inches, is it 40x45 inches? It also sits on an infant's gums which in turn causes bacteria to build up and that can be dangerous as well.As for the blanket, there are safety issues to be considered as well. And now here are the 10 steps on how to make baby car seat covers: Step:1 . My twins are 6 weeks old but were born 5 weeks early so they are too tiny even for newborn "snow" suits. Made it. NICE JOB! You have a lot of great ideas. Finally, sew the strips to the main piece, match up the side seams, and sew along the edges. Scissors. Baby is due in October, so we will use this a lot this winter. I'm sorry but I have to comment. Excellent idea! Your twins are adorable by the way :), We have some cute ones ready made come over and check out our facebook page.www.facebook.com/peekaboocovers. Easy peasy. Use one of the "shower cap" type covers that go over the seat and don't interfere with any straps. It is quick, easy, and adds a fun personal touch to any carrier. We dismantle the removable parts, yes, those that are attached to the structure of the stroller, but we can remove them without a problem. But be sure the batting is cotton which is very thin. As a carseat tech items like this blanket should not be used. Welcome to Sewbliss! WOW, I'm sold. Make sure your baby is securely strapped in according to the manufacturer's instructions. I didn't like the buntings for that reason. Thanks so much for the time you took to make the tutorial!! Some seats only adjust at the shoulders. Thanks Jenn for sharing this information with us :), Thank you so much for this great sewing Idea. That is awesome and a fantastic tutorial! Thanks for sharing! Barbie Doll Car Baby Barbie Barbie House Doll Crafts Baby Crafts Diy Doll Baby Doll Car Seat Baby Car Seats Diy Barbie Furniture More information ... People also love these ideas And for older babies, this thin material seems more safe than a bulky coat, which my car seat manual said is a no-no. I think this is one of those things (well atleast I hope) most people would rather use a plain blanket on top of the harnessed baby. And they are buckled in tighter than having them in a coat. For example, in a rear-facing carseat, the harness straps must come from at or below the child's shoulders. 1/3 yard of strap fabric. You may need to readjust the fabric a few times to ensure that the edges are aligned. Thank you!! I can remember tossing a blanket over my older girl's car seats when they were infants and it never stayed in place, always falling off and waking up my sleeping babe with all the sudden stream of light and commotion. It slips on and off like a shower curtain. Obviously the risk of being jarred in some kind of accident is far greater than a fire. Love the blankets, and your girls are sweet. From looking at the pics, it looks to me like the batting is so thin that even a light baby's weight would flatten it once strapped in tightly, unlike if it were a snowsuit or bulky coat? And the babies are, of course, beautiful beyond belief. Thank you for a great tutorial! I know it seems silly that a few pieces a fabric can be a safety factor but the force of acceleration during an accident is quite alarming. All cars should have heat. Jersey fabric and other types of stretch knit fabric will not fray around the edges and do not require hemming. As for the baby who another commenter said got to 107 from a blanket. By separating them we will be able to line them independently and they will fit us much better. Just made this for my 4 month old because I was so sick up picking up blankets she kept kicking off. The issue with this blanket (and it is super cute!) Seems Safe to me. There's a 3 inch wide piece of blanket that lies down the center of the babies back, but otherwise the slits are totally open and not interfering with the straps. All you have to do is put your babies coat on backwards while your carrying them to your car. Using after market product inside your seat is not recommended by the manufacturer. Here is a video on how to make a Car Seat Cover/Canopy. I would! In our nursery, we teach that anything that doesn't come with the car seat voids the safety rating on it. I know many people understand the problem of going between the baby and the straps. To make your own hooded car seat blankie, you will need: 1 meter of flannel for the front; another meter of flannel for the back; 1 meter of cotton batting; thread, scissors, etc. The car seat is set using factory standards for their car seat as to where belts fall and fit a baby and if anything alters this and your baby should get hurt, they don't have to honor the "warrenty". My mom, who has been sewing most of her life, said it was because I used cotton batting instead of polyester (someone can correct me if this is wrong information). Push the pin through both layers of fabric. Next, measure 13 inches down at a 45° angle from the first pin, mark the spot, and repeat to mark another 45° angle. Please consider making a contribution to wikiHow today. I understand the point of the blanket, and it is a great idea. Thanks so much for the idea! What a brilliant idea. And once the car journey is over, make sure to remove your baby from the car seat or capsule, even if it means waking them. I agree with the above poster. The only time this issue would be a problem is IF your baby was hurt or killed during an accident and you or your auto insurance wanted to sue the carseat manufacturer for their fault in harming the child. View a wide range of safe and secure baby car seats from top brands at Halfords. Procedure 1. Instead of making slits for the harness. Now I know what to do with the baby flannel from the rag quilt that I never made. ;), Hey Kelly if you are in Australia and want to make a pastel coloured one I'll buy it from you. Lay your tissue paper on the floor and use a tape measure to measure out the length of your car seat on the paper, adding the ten inches by putting five on the top and five on the bottom. ( I'm new at sewing) and I would like to say....Super Cute idea. Before you buy a car seat, you must make sure that the car seat has passed all Federal Safety Standards. Thanks! The problem is not that this time. I wish I'd had this pattern for my little one when he was born. They may also be more cost-effective depending on what model you choose. I love this idea!! Wow! as for the person who was wanting one for their toddler, try using fleece---it comes in a bigger width and you really don't even have to sew it, also, I was thinking for those kids that like to kick and such, you could add a button or a tie so it doesn't come undone. That is the safety concern with any 'after factory' accessory like this. what adorable babies!! Cut along the marks and sew the 2 hexagons together. A sponge for wet spot cleaning. To make a car seat cover, fold a yard of stretchy fabric in half width-wise and pin both layers together 6.5 inches from the fold. Next, measure 13 inches down at a 45° angle from the first pin, mark the spot, and repeat to mark another 45° angle. Just be careful when you make these and use the least thickest fabric you can. Repeat to make a second hexagon in the same dimensions as the first. Awesome idea!! That is adorable! But it will definately work. Too bad my "babies" are 4, 7 and 15----it would have solved so many blanket/snow suit issues!!! This is a no brainer people. Blankets on top of the babies are not the same as being underneath them. The base stays installed in your car and the seat clicks in and out, making it easy to get your baby into and out of your car. I'm with you about the Cold being a risk. Even for a fever that is a very high temp and can't be caused by a blanket! I'll let you know how it works:). Just a thought. I wish I'd seen this sooner- we jammed one of my chubbier daycare babies into that wooly JJCole monster all winter and he hated it! I've made one of these before, but the addition of the hood is new to me. :) i wish it was cold in hawaii so i could have one for our little man. If you are going to use items like this, make sure they pass this test. Since I'm a "lazy" sewer, I'm going to modify your idea a bit (hope you don't mind). Completely surprised at how many people dont read them. Awesome Tiffany! So just be very careful that your holes are generous and well placed. I think as long as it's not super thick and your infant can sit unassisted and hold the head up, it doesn't pose as big of a risk. Also, never heard of Maple Syrup on the pacifier, but as a native New Yorker I love the idea! I am more than happy to make you famous! Temperature inside cars can rise very quickly in hot weather. I made this for a good friend's baby shower. Great tutorial- for our 1st we were in TX and w the 2nd we bought a used J Cole fleece from a secondhand shop. Have the child’s car seat checked by a trained technician after installation. Haha Kim I was thinking the same thing!!! Wow this is brilliant! Once in your car they should be comfortable with a small blanket over them. Why would we want to make them even more un-safe for something that is cute? Wow what a great idea! 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You are so talented. Look on the American academy of pediatrics or dept of transportation website for more information. wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. This article has been viewed 33,396 times. © 2010-2013 Kelly Oribine | The Complete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking. These items may not be unsafe, but they have not been crash tested, so you cannot say they are safe. Every day at wikiHow, we work hard to give you access to instructions and information that will help you live a better life, whether it's keeping you safer, healthier, or improving your well-being. ANYTHING you add to your car seat that did not come on the box with the seat VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY. Most of the time, the manufacturer will have crash tested the car seat before putting it on the market. He will be rear facing for a long time. Remember to measure in the opposite direction. THANKS SO MUCH! Please consider making a contribution to wikiHow today. What an easy tutorial, and I absolutely LOVE the hood too! I'll be making some for baby shower gifts for sure!!! And remember. Make sure to pre-wash the fabric to ensure that it won’t shrink after you make the car seat cover. The pattern was easy to follow and fast. When I washed the quilt to remove strings, the batting was in huge clumps inside. The main benefit of convertible car seats is that some allow young children to face rearward for longer. These are awesome! Browse through all the blog posts over the years. Read your car seat instruction book COVER TO COVER.Safety is not a parenting choice. First, what beautiful babies!!!! Pinning!!! All talk about safety aside, another nice add-on to this would be to add velcro to the bottom "flap" and to one of the "arms" so that baby can't kick legs free by kicking "out" the bottom flap. ), and my friend loved it! Btw adorable baby's too :D have a great day. Now only if I could learn to sew... Another concern there is for snow suits and blankets in car seats is smothering. Finally, sew the strips to the … Thanks for such a great idea!! What's interesting is that you don't have to go buy a car seat cover for your baby in the store. I wouldn't be concerned at all about putting my baby in this. Can't wait to try more and try to improve this. Very cool idea! Been looking for something ever since and I'm thinking this just might be it. We know ads can be annoying, but they’re what allow us to make all of wikiHow available for free. Your tutorial was so wonderfully easy to follow! You can even put a coat on backwards after buckling the straps! ;) ). I want to make one now, but I don't have a baby to make one for. Otherwise, a universal needle will be fine. Make the rectangular piece’s edges meet up by folding it facing the right sides together. Sew at a half-inch seam allowance all the way down to the edge. With a coat or snowsuit, they have a layer behind them as well as a layer in front between them and the seat belt. I made an awesome baby care package for a good friend who just had a little baby girl. i bet alot of moms would gladly purchase this from you!!! That only applies to those of us who weren't in accidents. Thanks for sharing! Thank you so much for your blog! You should seriously think about selling it if you want to. I had to make the straps almost unbearably snug for her not to and even then I feared she'd be in danger. When you buy your car seat, ask the retail staff to demonstrate how to strap your baby into it. Do not sew over them! You may also use a ruler to locate this point if you have a ruler that is long enough. Infant car seats are designed to attach to a base. Holy crud those are cute! Chicco car seats. Make one for yourself or to give as a gift. Now I can make these for friends. And I will hopefully be making this for baby #4! I want to make one soo bad but I don't have any kids yet!!! I don't want to argue with anyone, I'm just saying that there are so many safe alternatives, why put baby in jeopardy, even if it seems like a small issue? There are much safer options such as car beds. Use a clear ruler with angle lines across it to identify where to cut your fabric. That way no extra fabric is behind baby's back. Therefore, manufacturers will not be held responsible for a seat failing in a crash if any aftermarket products are used! To make a car seat cover, fold a yard of stretchy fabric in half width-wise and pin both layers together 6.5 inches from the fold. I wish I were having another so I could be making a blanket for myself! My hubby is a paramedic and has seen personally kids thrown from cars whose parents thought they were secure. My babies were that age 7+ years ago when flame-retardant chemicals wern't such a concern. Is mine remotely close to perfect? I only own a sewing machine to patch holes in my husband's jeans (and I mean cut a scrap and sew like crazy with the hopes of underclothes not showing...) I did it in about an hour and half, and that includes dragging out the sewing machine from never never land and setting up. It might take a few tries to line up the edges just right. It is very inspirational. Keep in mind that some types of stretch fabric can be slippery! Thanks for the wonderful idea. The Complete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking, Easy, Thrifty, Pretty Rag Quilt {Tutorial}. (the bulk causing baby not to be as secure) I had one incase I absolutely HAD to take my baby out in -40 F temps(I'm in MN), but mostly always had 4-5 blankets tucked on them and a hat after they were buckled and then one baby quilt over their head while I was carring them outside....I love your pattern, especially since it keeps the back warm - and my only concern (as any baby item- is that usually the storebought items are treated for flame retardancy. Position the pins so that they are perpendicular to the edges. is that it could impact the effectiveness of the straps to move or not move as they are intended to do during an accident. Thanks so much for the post!! But to me safe is more important than cute. I am going to try and make two of these, I have 2 grand-babies coming soon.Thanks. The cover is compact so you can easily fit it in. I bought a car seat/stroller blanket for our son and the thing just fell apart. Love it, just made it. Very, very, very unlikely situation. 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