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Cloth Diapers
Orders of 10 or more cloth diapers, recieve your choice of a
free cloth diaper, a free pillowcase dress, or 3 free mama cloths. 
 
                
 
These aren't the diapers you grew up with. These diapers are all in ones (AIO), all in twos (AI2), or Pocket diapers. With these diapers there is no more folding, no more pinning, and no more plastic pants over the diapers. My diapers look and work just like disposable diapers, except you throw them in the washing machine instead of the trash. My diapers have several layers of fabric (a combination of bamboo/organic unbleached cotton and cotton flannel) inside them to soak up liquid and they also contain a hidden layer of waterproofing material. For the inside of the diaper, against baby's butt, I use either 100% cotton t-shirt material, 100% cotton flannel, polyester butter suede, or polyester minky. I attach elastic to the leg areas and also across the back for a snug fit and to help control leaks. I use velcro closures for an adjustable fit. I also leave a pocket in the diaper so that you can add extra padding if you have a heavy wetter or for overnight. These diapers are machine washable and can be put in the dryer. You should not use fabric softener with any cloth diaper because it can affect the diapers ability to retain fluids.
 
Why use cloth?
 
To save money of course. Whereas the initial cost can be a little daunting, the money saved in the long term makes cloth diapers well worth the investment. Cloth diapers can be used for more than one child, being passed down from child to child. Cloth diapers do not contain harmful chemicals. A very popular brand of disposables currently is causing chemical burns on children's genitals and little tushies. There is also the go green/reduce your carbon footprint movement. Cloth diapers mean that you are not putting any disposable diapers into landfills. Cloth diapers also double as swim diapers.
 
Cloth vs. disposble Cost breakdown
Disposable diapers cost about 20 cents per diaper. If your child uses 8 diapers per day (a newborn typcially goes through 12 diapers per day), you will spend at least $584.00 per year on disposable diapers. Most children potty train at around three years old, so that's $1,752.00 or more per child from birth to potty training. If you buy 15 small cloth diapers, 15 medium cloth diapers, and 10 large cloth diapers, that is only $520.00, a savings of $1,232.00. If you keep your diapers and use them on your next child, you save even more.
 
How do I clean them?
 
This is very easy actually. Dispose of the solids first. I hold the diaper over the toilet and then just spray it down with the shower head. Then throw them into the washing machine. Wash them in hot water with your normal detergent (just less of it). You should not use fabric softener or dryer sheets with any cloth diaper because it can affect the diapers ability to retain fluids. Some women do a hot water rinse cycle before washing diapers, this is completely up to your discretion. After they have been washed, simply throw them in the dryer on medium to high heat. If there are any stains inside the diaper, you can lay them out in the sun stain side up and it should bleach the stains right out.
 
What sizes do you have?
 
I currently offer small, medium, and large. The small fits a child that wears a size 1-3 disposable diaper (8 lbs - 18 lbs). The medium fits a size 3-5 (17 lbs- 30 lbs). And the large fits a size 5-6 (30 lbs and up). All children are built differently so please keep your childs body style in mind when ordering diapers. My one year old daughter and my 2 year old boy both wear a medium diaper.
 
How many do I need?
 
Count the number of diapers you use in a day and then buy at least 2 days worth of diapers. If you only buy one days worth of diapers, you will be forced to wash diapers every day instead of every other day. The normal number of diapers needed is around 15. If you are unsure about cloth diapering, just order a few to see if you like it. When you fall in love with cloth diapers, you can always order more. And if you decide that cloth just isn't for you, then at least you have swim diapers.
 
How do I choose what style to order?
 
The type of cloth diaper you use is a personal choice and is entirely up to you. If you are unsure which type you will like, you can order several different types and try them out. I love the AI2s but my Hubby prefers the AIOs. So we have both in our house.
 
Types of diapers available.
 
All in One (AIO) cloth diapers.
 
My diapers have several layers of fabric (a combination of bamboo/organic unbleached cotton and cotton flannel) inside them to soak up liquid and they also contain a hidden layer of waterproofing material. For the inside of the diaper, against baby's butt, I use either 100% cotton t-shirt material or 100% cotton flannel. I attach elastic to the leg areas and also across the back for a snug fit and to help control leaks. I use velcro closures for an adjustable fit. I also leave a pocket in the diaper so that you can add extra padding if you have a heavy wetter or for overnight. These diapers are machine washable and can be put in the dryer. You should not use fabric softener with any cloth diaper because it can affect the diapers ability to retain fluids.
 
Pocket diapers.
 
If you like the look of my AIOs, but don't like the idea of the soaker pad being sewn into the diaper, you can order a pocket diaper. A pocket diaper looks and is put together the same way as my AIO, except I do not sew the soaker layer into the diaper. Instead you stuff the pocket with a soaker pad when you use the diaper. This cuts down on drying time. The soaker pad is a combination of 50% bamboo/50% organic unbleached cotton and 100% cotton flannel. I attach elastic to the leg areas and also across the back for a snug fit and to help control leaks. I use velcro closures for an adjustable fit. These diapers are machine washable and can be put in the dryer. You should not use fabric softener with any cloth diaper because it can affect the diapers ability to retain fluids. Each Pocket diaper comes with one soaker pad. Additional soaker pads can be ordered for $3.00 each plus shipping.
 
All in Two (AI2) cloth diapers.
 
AI2s are a diaper shell that looks just like the AIOs from the outside. They do not have the soaker sewn into the diaper though. They come with a removeable soaker pad that can be replaced when your baby wets and simply lays in the diaper held in place by the elastic and gussets. The soaker pad is a combination of 50% bamboo/50% organic unbleached cotton and 100% cotton flannel. I attach elastic to the leg areas and also across the front and the back for a snug fit and to help control leaks. I use velcro closures for an adjustable fit. I have also added an external leg gusset as a secondary barrier against leaks. AI2s are a good option for someone concerned about drying times and carrying lots of diapers around town for changes. Instead of changing the entire diaper, you simply remove the wet soaker pad for the diaper shell, place a clean soaker pad in the diaper shell, and put the diaper back on baby. These diapers are machine washable and can be put in the dryer. You should not use fabric softener with any cloth diaper because it can affect the diapers ability to retain fluids. Each AI2 comes with one soaker pad. Additional soaker pads can be ordered for $3.00 each plus shipping.
 
Types of liner fabrics available.
 
I use either 100% cotton t-shirt material, 100% cotton flannel, polyester butter suede, or polyester minky. If you would like a specific one of these in your diapers, please let me know when ordering.
 
How do I get some cloth diapers?
 
I have several in my inventory already that you can buy through PayPal, my stock does rotate quickly though. If you want more than just one or two, please contact me for a special order. The cost for one cloth diaper (S, M, or L) is $13.00 plus shipping. Shipping can be combined. Please specify size and type of diaper when ordering. Orders of 10 or more diapers recieve your choice of either a free diaper or a free pillowcase dress.
 
 
 

 Cloth diapers
 
 
 

 
 

Diapers in action

 

 

  

 

 

 

Inside of diaper
 
 

 
 
 

Pocket inside diaper

 

 

 

  

 
 
Diapers for Sale
 
 

Specialty Birth Day diaper. This diaper has a spot to write in your childs name, weight, date, and time of birth. If you take it with you to the hospital, you can have visitors sign it. This diaper is a functioning AIO, AI2, or pocket diaper. This diaper comes in all three sizes, please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.  $13.00

 

 

Cruisers diaper. This diaper is a Medium but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.
$13.00 
 
 
 

Camo diaper. This diaper is a Large but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.

$13.00 

 

 

 

Fireman diaper. This diaper is a Medium but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.
$13.00 
 
 
 

Green Bay Packers diaper. This diaper is a Medium but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.

$13.00 

 

 

 
Rainbow colored paw prints diaper. This diaper is a Medium but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.

$13.00

 

 

 

Flamingo diaper. This diaper is a Small but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.
$13.00 
 
 
 
Vintage cowboy print diaper. This diaper is a Small but can be ordered in all three sizes. Please specify AIO, AI2, or pocket and size when ordering.

 $13.00

  

 

Pillowcase dresses. Order a pillowcase dress to match your cloth diapers and make an outfit of it. In the winter these dresses are so cute with a long sleeved shirt and tights or longies.

$10.00

 

 

Available Fabrics

For Diapers, Pillowcase Dresses, and Reversible Bags

 I used a quarter in each photo for sizing perspective.

                   Cruisers                                                                 Choppers

                     Flames                                                                 Firemen

                        Trains                                                                Fish 1

                            Fish 2                                                            Flamingo

                            Frog 1                                                           Frog 2

                   Brown with Blue Dots                                            Tulips

                      Mushrooms                                                  Pink and Yellow

                      Cowboy/Girl                                                         Cats

                        Leopard                                                                 Paws

                         Orange Swirls

                     Small Purple Flowers                                        Satin Stripes

                     Large Yellow Flowers                                    Orange with Blue Dots

               Sports Flannel                                                         Dragonflies

                      Green Paisley                                                    Black and White Check

               Retro Brown and Green                                          Purple Plaid

                      Vintage Pink Flowers                                        Poppies

                                                                             (only enough left for 2 small diapers)

                 Black with Large Flowers                                      Garden Flowers

                      Large Flowers                                                 Planter Redwork

                          Camo                                                                  Stars

                   Red with Gold Scroll                                          Large Red Checked

                    Small Red Checked                         Solids(Pink, Light Blue, Black, Royal Blue,

                                                                                 Flat Blue, Brick Red, Lime Green)

 

Due to the personal nature of diapers, I can not give refunds or exchanges.

 

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Francie's Fancies
Lexington, North Carolina  
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franchesca.lineberry@yahoo.com                          Spouses receive a 20% discount.
 
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