I have family and friends expecting 5 new babies this Fall, so I've been up to my eyeballs in gifts and crafts for the past month I am trying to get a head start, since being the Mommy of your own toddler doesn't afford you much 'creative' time!
I found both of these ideas on the Internet. The diaper cakes on the internet actually look a bit different than mine...I adapted it to look like what I wanted it to. The diaper tool kit is pretty much what you'd find online, except that I added the stamping to jazz it up a bit.
Look what I've made so far...A Diaper Cake: With Poem: While it looks colorful and sweet, Baby’s cake is not for eating. It’s meant to prepare Mommy With useful things that she’ll be needing.
Like cloth diapers and Wet Ones For those inevitable messes. And shampoo, a comb and brush For styling Baby’s fine tresses.
There’s lotions and powders – Disposable diapers galore! You’ll want to use them all When Baby’s bottom gets sore.
At bath time, Rubber Ducky Will tell if water’s too HOT! Use creamy oil and washcloths To smooth out Baby’s rough spots.
A Binky with its Keeper Is held securely in place. And two pairs of cotton mittens Protect Baby’s newborn face.
A combination rattle/teether Help first teeth to pop thru. And cleanser, toothbrush and bib For when they finally do!
There’s naptime to prepare for With a sleeper and some shirts. And Boo Bunny’s here for emergencies To scare away the “hurts.”
Baby will be happy and secure Wrapped in blankets so tight. And booties were included To keep toes comfy all night.
Finally, one eight ounce bottle To keep hunger pangs at bay. And one fuzzy little teddy For when Baby wants to play!
Next, Daddy's Diaper Duty Tool Kit With Poem: When diaper duty calls, You’ll have your tools close by. It holds everything you’ll need To help Baby not to cry.
Diapers, wipes and Desitin A mask, goggles, and gloves. Use this time to bond and Show Baby Daddy’s love.
This Diaper Tool belt guarantees That you’ll do your duty right. So that one very important Mommy Can sleep soundly through the night!
ETA - Yes, I wrote both poems myself.
Sonicstef
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That toolkit is such an awesome idea!! Love it!
What do you put inside?
bearsbabe_113
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WOW!! Beautiful Claud!! And I'm very impressed!!!! The diaper cake, my MIL made and it was from her and my mom, but it wasn't made with diapers, it was made w/receiving blankets (like I needed any more of those, huh)!!!!!
A friend of mine made the tool kit with a Home Depot toolbelt, more macho for those macho-dads
Diaper Cakes Ive also made the 'baby cake' with towels. This crafty stuff is so much fun.
Claud-LOTS of business potential here !! GREAT JOB girlie !!!!
Sonicstef
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By the way - is the toolbelt or diaper cake a gift in of itself? It seems like a novelty more than a real gift...do you include other gifts inside?
anna
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Stef, I think it depends on what you plan to spend on the person. Im sure making one of these can get quite costly, if you add up all the items, so it can be your gift, and a very special one for that matter !!
I always make it as an extra for whoever I make these type of things for. Its usually close friends or family.
Sonicstef
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Thanks ... thats what I figured. No plans to make one anytime soon but im keeping it in the 'files' - thanks for the ideas.
Claud2001
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Stef, just so you know....these are NOT cheap gifts....read the poems and you'll understand all the stuff tucked 'inside' adds up! Most of what is in the diaper cake is stuff the Mommy can put in the diaper bag - which is important to be prepared! There's also a sleeper and some tee-shirts, washcloths, etc.
I spent close to $200 making both the cake and the tool belt (but, about $60 of that was getting my supplies for the creative part - like paint, stamps, ribbons, the cake board, etc.)
I am giving the cake and diaper tool belt to the couple, along w/a newborn outfit and a book for the new Mom. I think it's a very generous gift.
Sonicstef
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I think its a generous gift too...i was just thinking if I did one like the toolbelt, it wouldnt be a big enough gift...but you are giving a lot.
And holy moly this baby stuff is expensive!!
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I LOVE THE DADDY DIAPER TOOL KIT!!!!!
Stacey1403
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Wow Claud I am impressed!! Those are both wonderful gifts!!!!