{"id":483,"date":"2022-08-11T06:54:06","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T06:54:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mummysspace.com\/?p=483"},"modified":"2022-08-11T06:54:28","modified_gmt":"2022-08-11T06:54:28","slug":"what-size-is-baby-quilt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mummysspace.com\/what-size-is-baby-quilt\/","title":{"rendered":"What Size Is A Baby Quilt?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A lot of us crave an excuse to quilt away, and what better one than for your or a friend&#8217;s little one? I mean, those adorable tiny bundles of joy need just the most beautiful piece of quilt, don\u2019t they?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a mom, I\u2019ve been drawn to sewing so many quilt patterns because it\u2019s just that addictive, and I\u2019m sure you have too! Every time I pick up my needle, one question revolves around my head, and that is, \u201cWhat size is a baby quilt?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quilt Size Chart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve come across so many different recommended sizes and measurements for a baby quilt. Some are rigid and some a little flexible, allowing room for adjustments. The thing is, there is no one-size-fits-all for baby quilts. It\u2019s all a matter of preference: do you want it to serve a useful purpose or do you just need one for decoration?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want it as a decoration, then, by all means, go crazy with the measurements and patterns! Sew it or get it sown according to whatever suits your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you want it to serve a particular purpose, say a crib quilt, then you may need to follow the standard measurements or little variations from them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From my experience and research, I\u2019ve prepared this easy-to-reference chart to guide your quilting journey based on standards. Some of these sizes have variations, though, and you can always tweak them a little.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Type of quilt<\/td><td>Quilt Sizes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Preemies and newborns<\/td><td>30\u201d \u00d7 30\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Preemies and newborns<\/td><td>30\u201d \u00d7 40\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Crib or cot<\/td><td>36\u201d \u00d7 52\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Toddlers<\/td><td>70\u201d \u00d7 90\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Throw or lap<\/td><td>46\u201d \u00d7 60\u201d<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The General and Popular Size for Baby Quilts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common quilt size could easily be the 30\u201d\u00d7 30\u201d or the 36\u201d \u00d7 52\u201d. Why? Well, most parents want something to wrap their little ones in when they\u2019re out of the hospital, and the 30\u201d \u00d7 30\u201d is usually the perfect size for the ride home. While the 36\u201d \u00d7 52\u201d is popular because it easily fits with the standard crib mattress which is about 27\u201d \u00d7 52\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because these sizes are popular for baby quilts doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019ve got to stick to them, though. As I said, you can always make adjustments based on your preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I mentioned that 36\u201d \u00d7 52\u201d is a standard crib quilt measurement, however, the size of your crib mattress can vary depending on the brand. What you want to do in such a case is to measure the length and width of your baby\u2019s mattress and add 4\u201d to the quilt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:42px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is The Best Quilt Size For Your Baby?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m going to section this into two categories: one about age and the other about purpose. However, remember that the best quilt size for your baby is relative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.Age<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a major factor when deciding the size of your baby quilt. You typically never want a quilt that\u2019s too large, especially in the first few weeks of your baby\u2019s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The quilt size chart I gave earlier will be of great help when picking the right size for your little one, but here it is again, just in case:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>You want to get 30\u201d \u00d7 30\u201d or a 30\u201d \u00d7 40\u201d quilt for a newborn or premature baby. You may even need to go a little lower for preemies. Something like 25\u201d \u00d7 30\u201d would be just fine.<\/li><li>When your child is a toddler, you will need to purchase a larger size quilt. You\u2019ll probably need to start with a 36\u201d \u00d7 52\u201d quilt for your small toddler and then move up to as much as 70\u201d \u00d7 90\u201d when they grow bigger.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.Purpose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This starts right from the drive from the hospital. Do you want to use them in a car for long journeys? Or have them on the floor during playtime? This will greatly affect whether or not a particular size is perfect for your little one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let\u2019s start at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Bassinet, crib, or play yard: The method I mentioned earlier for crib mattresses will also work for this. Measure the bassinet of your sleeping station and make the quilt according to that.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Never have your baby sleep with a quilt, though, as it increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/patient-care\/safe-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><sup>(1)<\/sup><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthychildren.org\/English\/ages-stages\/baby\/sleep\/Pages\/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><sup>(2)<\/sup><\/a><sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Cuddle time: The lap or throw measurement comes into play here. From a parent to a parent, I\u2019m pretty sure we all crave some quality skin-to-skin time with our babies, and you can\u2019t blame us; they just look so cuddly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So you can go with the standard measurement of 46\u201d \u00d7 60\u201d or higher, depending on what\u2019s comfortable for you and your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Playtime: A quilt can be the perfect surface for your little one to have some fun on the floor. If that\u2019s what you\u2019re going for with a quilt, then a size according to your little one\u2019s age would do just fine. As long as it gives your baby enough room to toss and turn, it\u2019s perfect.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:42px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Size of Batting Should I Get for My Baby Quilt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The batting is like the patties in your quilt sandwich. It\u2019s that soft insulating material between the front of the quilt and the backing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, you want the batting to be a few inches longer than your quilt measurement. If you\u2019re having a long-arm quilter do the quilting for you, then 4\u201d over the quilt measurement is the standard. However, you should always check with the long-arm quilter to know their requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Fabric Should I Get For The Batting In My Baby Quilt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After deciding on the size of the batting, you want to choose the material. As with most fabrics, there are a variety of materials to select from. But when dealing with babies, you would want to stick to natural and organic materials as they are softer on their skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I always get my batting in either 100% cotton or flannel. It\u2019s not rocket science that going natural is great for your baby\u2019s skin. So, if you aren\u2019t going with cotton, then wool would work fine. Just keep in mind that wool is liable to shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should probably avoid the cheap synthetic battings available at the store, no matter how tempting they are. There\u2019s a chance these materials will cause allergic reactions to your little one\u2019s skin, and you don\u2019t want that, do you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Size Should The Squares In My Baby Quilt Be?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The beauty of your baby quilt lies in its pattern, and part of that translates to the square dimension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The size and number of the squares depend on the overall measurements of the quilt. Most quilt squares range from 6\u201dto 8\u201d. That\u2019s on average, but it could as well go as low as 4\u201d or 5\u201d. About 80% of the quilts I have made have had squares measuring 5\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, I have learnt this easy way to calculate how many squares you need and in what sizes, to save you stress, especially when you\u2019re making the baby quilt yourself. It goes like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Calculate the area of your quilt by multiplying the length by the width, for example, 36 \u00d7 53 = 1980.<\/li><li>Next, calculate the area of the square size you want to use, for example, 6 \u00d7 6 = 36.<\/li><li>Divide the quilt area by the square area, and there you have it! You have the number and size of squares you need, for example, 1980 \u00f7 36 = 55\u2014that\u2019s 55 squares of 6\u201d \u00d7 6\u201d.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s a great way to get your specifications for your baby quilt, but if you aren\u2019t up for any math, you can search for some quilt calculators online and have it done for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:42px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Do I Need To Make A Baby Quilt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I have already mentioned the fabric, which is of utmost importance, as with any other sewing endevour you do. It\u2019s the same things you would need with just a few additions here and there. You probably even have the supplies at home already. They are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Scissors<\/li><li>Thread<\/li><li>Rotary cutter<\/li><li>Pins<\/li><li>Seam ripper<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After getting those tools, you can go ahead and download or purchase a quilt pattern, especially if you\u2019re making your baby quilt for the first time. Otherwise, you can wing it and come up with whatever suits your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Quilts Safe For Babies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one important thing you likely won\u2019t want to miss out on understanding. This whole time, I\u2019ve been talking about choosing the right quilt size for your little one, and it\u2019s only natural for you to wonder how safe it is, especially if you\u2019re a first-time parent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me clear your doubts: baby quilts are safe for your little one when used properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/patient-care\/safe-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Academy of Pediatrics<\/a>, no foreign object, whether a pillow or a quilt, should be placed in a crib or bassinet while a baby sleeps, as it increases the risks of suffocation and, by extension, SIDS.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthychildren.org\/English\/ages-stages\/baby\/sleep\/Pages\/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><sup>(2)<\/sup><\/a><sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you only use your quilt for supervised cuddles or play time, you have nothing to worry about. Quilts aren\u2019t potentially harmful to your little one when you have your eyes on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:43px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Choose the Right Size Baby Quilt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve said this before, no one size fits all. Baby quilts, especially when you\u2019re making one yourself, give so much room for you to decide what\u2019s right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For simplicity\u2019s sake, here are a few tips to aid your decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Allow your imagination to run wild as you choose a pattern and the size of the baby quilt.<\/li><li>I mentioned the standard size of crib mattresses earlier, but you should always measure the dimensions of your baby\u2019s crib mattress before sewing together a baby quilt.<\/li><li>Depending on how your baby quilt will be used, add a couple of inches to the measurements you took. It gives room for shrinking or anything like that.<\/li><li>If you started with, say, a 30\u201d \u00d7 30\u201d baby quilt for your newborn, add fabric to it when they outgrow it to match their current needs.<\/li><li>Be adaptable. The standard baby quilt measurements are not the best measurements.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do I Wash My Baby Quilt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, if you\u2019re going to get a store-bought baby quilt, check that it is pre-washed or pre-shrunk. And if you\u2019re making the quilt yourself, like I earlier said, add a couple of inches for any potential shrinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably won\u2019t have to wash an adult\u2019s quilt too often, especially the ones made from natural materials. With your baby, though, it\u2019s going to be a lot different because we all know how messy babies can get.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You want your little one to be in a clean, and healthy environment and a dirty baby quilt is anything but that. So, you could try to wash your baby quilt every other day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tips for Cleaning A Baby Quilt<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Use a gentle cycle for the quilt in your washing machine.<\/li><li>Try to omit the use of fabric softeners.<\/li><li>Use a mild detergent that is safe for your little one\u2019s skin.<\/li><li>For the drying of a baby quilt, you\u2019d want to fluff, tumble, or air dry it.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing the size of your baby quilt, you can always go for the standard measurement as easy-to-follow patterns are widely available to aid you, especially when making them at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These patterns are not so readily available when you\u2019re going freestyle with your measurements. That\u2019s the beauty of it though; you\u2019re given total control of the outcome. Break a leg!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you made any baby quilts before? What sizes did you make and when? I\u2019d love to hear your answers and thoughts. Leave a comment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:72px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>References<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>The American Academy of Pediatrics. Safe Sleep <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/patient-care\/safe-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/patient-care\/safe-sleep\/<\/a><\/li><li>Rachel Y. Moon, MD, FAAP, (2022, Jul 14). Healthy Children. 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