DIY Panty Liners
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- When I discovered that disposable diapers and feminine hygiene pads take 500 - 800 years to decompose I was surprised. I used cloth diapers with my kids but never though about feminine hygiene products. So I looked into it and there's lots of people that make their own panty liners. Now I do too. Check out how easy it is, and by the way, they are so much more comfortable!
Just thought of how much I spend on panty liners and thought I would make some - THANK YOU for this
One thing I would change is not putting pins through the pul material, it makes for tiny holes for leaks, especially if you pin it several times. I use sewing clips to hold the pul and Zorb together and even for all the sewing so as not to put pin holes in the pul liner.
I was going to ask her if she had trouble with leakage from the pins. I have never made these before and read no pins in the PUL . Hoping to make some for a friend and nieces. So I am curious if pinning made a difference.
Watching this I thought I was in your sewing room with you. I wanted to tell you the snap was the wrong way, but then I remembered this is not live! A credit to your natural way of speaking.
I have been using and making cloth pads for about 15 years. I also make them and donate them to women's shelters. They are far superior to disposable products.
Mam will you plz tell me measurement size for adult liners.thnk u
Do you sell them? I would like to buy it
Yes can you tell us the size please
I just made a stack of these &will make more. Love them. I used a waterproof changing pad instead of PUL. Worked 👍
@@cindyjonsef9040 that’s brilliant! Thank you!!! 😊
As I was grabbing a new disposable pantyliner today, I thought about sewing reusable ones. I immediately searched for a video and the first one I saw was yours and it is perfect. Very detailed explanation and fun to watch. Thank you and keep the good work.
I’m starting my adventure with these sewing by hand . Thank you for the encouragement ❤
Love this and will try it. Your "mistake" with the snap at the end is invaluable for us beginners. I learned a lot through your mistake. Pretty sure I would have done sooner or later!
I love the sneezing is a multi-tasking event, so true
I have been on cloth for 3 years now. Remembering how I was a bit thrown at the idea of washing the whole "mess" every month, but after reading and learning theory about how to go about washing the pads, and making my own test pads from upcycling, I never went back. It is easy, and I feel so good for taking responsibility for my own period, knowing I can just sew up a bunch if I ever need, or if someone else need, is so freeing. My friends think this sounds a bit iffy, and I haven't heard them "changing their minds" about it either. Mom was shocked, but she helped me sew a few new ones a while back, and seem intrigued in a way. I hope that cloth will be more "normal" in the future as the young generation discovers it. Periods or sneeze hazzard ( i got them too, having had kids...) are normal, and we should not be ashamed about it, and we should also not feel ashamed for taking responsibility for it.
I just found this video this morning.
I'm 52yo & though I don't need them for the sanitation purposes I have not used panty liners in a while and have missed them. I love repurposing/recycling, upcycling so this is uber cool!
My daughter has started using disposables so maybe if I make a few of these as pantyliners - it might intrigue her to try them as well - bc cotton and natural fibers are just more comfortable anyway....
I would of never thought of this in a million years! What a great idea even if it was just for at home at night time! Back in my mothers day, they would use designated rags for this purpose. A lot of the old ways should be brought back. Not all progress is good. Would love to see your paper towels also!
I recently converted to these and just bought some starters on Amazon for my teenager and myself. They look so easy to make. I just need some zorb and one of those snap kits and then it may become a homeschooling project :)
I made me all sizes for periods,now sneezing lol. For 3 years love them, I also made flannel cloth wipe squares too. No toilet paper shortages.
My daughter has already gone to using cloth pads, but she buys hers. Your video is so awesome at explaining how to do it. I’m going to make some for myself. Thank you
Honestly appreciate you kept your mistakes in. It is real and will make me pay extra attention to those parts. Thank you so much!!!💕
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you. I especially appreciate that you had different enough fabric patterns so seeing how you put it together is clear. I'm allergic to some of the disposables, getting an uncomfortable rash so they became a "No" for me. Following might be too much info for some... This is an upgrade for me 😅🤣 as I've been using a large safety pin on the outside of my panties to secure old white orphan socks. It has beat disposables cost wise, environment wise, & health wise and it's only been a tad rough on my underwear. I've kept them in a small solid plastic waste bin that I presoak/wash them in before putting them in with white laundry.
I’ve watched several tutorials on these pads and yours is the most doable for me. I was intrigued with your use of ZORB and considered it, but I have tons of extra microfiber cloths I’m not using, so I’ll get PUL and use the microfiber in place of ZORB. Thanks so much
I used to use these re-usable pads all the time as well as both my daughters. It's just more economical and better for the earth all round. I haven't needed to use any for 10 years or more now but I have to say that I miss my moon cycle. Good job at explaining the whole process. Michelle
Your fine. You're not a robot. Thank you, for the in depth video. Good information.
Easy and well explained instructions! Thanks!
God bless!
Thank you! I love your teaching and sewing skills. I'm 44 yrs old and have 2 daughters. I do sew, but need to sew more, lol. These are great! They look totally soft and and safe to use vs store bought. Saves $ too!🤗💙
lol yep, sneezing, coughing, jumping, basically anything. Can't wait to make them, bought material already
Thank you so much for the video. This is exactly what I've been looking for, and as a new-again beginner, this is easy enough for me to get back into the sewing world. Thank you for the very detailed instructions; I'm going to try these as soon as I can get some snaps. ;-)
Glad it was helpful!
I have just started with reusable pads due to the problems older women experience when they sneeze. They are super expensive here in Australia. This video has been so helpful, I want to make my own now. Thank you
I have been using reusable panty liners recently and I love them and it feels good that I am are helping the environment by not using the ones that I only by one usage
I've been making our reusable pads for several years. Just got tired of the glue and chemicals in store bought ones. The PUL fabric is amazing, and better than what we had years ago, and worth the cost. It's soft, flexible, and water proof, that's why I was surprised when you sewed down through the center punching holes in it.
I know that sewing through the center seems weird. I wouldn't if it was a heavy use pad because of the volume of liquid. But for a spotty or light flow (tinkle) pad, I've never had an issue because the ZORB pretty much gets everything.
Awesome video! I have made every cloth pad that I have ever worn. I feel like sewing is so relaxing. Cloth pads are the best!
Love this video and it’s much easier to follow and simple pattern .your instructions are great I’m making some today . Educating ppl about what is in the manufactured pads they are toxic as well as the environment issue .thank you for showing this . Love your other videos as well they got me back into canning
Great video my daughter in her late 30’s Judy asked me about making her some of these. I appreciate the video Thank You. I am going to look for your paperless towel video also.
I love the blooper lol makes the process more real! Even a lesson for anyone who does the same thing.
Bloopers happen and sometimes it's funny.
Thank you for this video! This was super helpful and well said. I want to try to make a few reusable cloth pads and this video made it seem acheiveable! Happy retirement too!
Glad it was helpful!
Oo paper towels. Mind blown! Thank you again!!!
Most real tutorial I have seen, especially with blooper. Good job. Roni
Your lady pad video is most comprehensive I have seen. 👍🏻. Anxious to see your paper towel in material version. Roni
thank you so much for this video! I love how much detail you put into how to design your own pattern. I've never used cloth liners but I've been wanting to for just forever. Today, I placed an order for PUL so I can begin making some in the next couple of weeks.
I'm so glad!
Wow that’s a great project. Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing 😎👍
I loved your video. It was vey straightforward and easy to follow. I can't wait to try out making my own. On a side note, your voice and welcoming chatter is so incredibly warm and soothing that the video was fantastic just to listen to. Thank you for the tutorial.
great job I love the pattern you used beautiful stitching
I LOVE YOUR KIT OF SNAPS😍😍😍😍
I am so happy to have discovered your video I am now shifting to cloth. Thank you, thank you!!!
Thanks a lot fir your master class. I will sewing this for my mom.
“You know what I’m talking about if you’re there” Babe I’m only 30 and I’m there 😂😂😂
Great video! I love that you shared about those fabrics. I'd heard of PUL before but never looked into it and had no idea about Zorb. There is a charity (probably more than one) that collects these pads for girls in poor countries where if they don't have money or access to feminine hygiene products they can't go to school and can fall behind. I assumed the pads people made for those used towelling but this looks like such a nicer product.
Brilliant! I will be making a bunch of these.
Thanks for doing this! I found you originally for canning - Thanks so much for this great video - I will be making some! Katy
You are so welcome!
So glad i found you…..made my own pattern, like you did…..made dozens last year with flannel and Pull. But had never heard of Sorb….my sis, daughters and nieces loved getting some. Will be doing more this winter…thank you so much. I appreciate your sharing your experience. I even used some with cotton and they are thinner and i love them also and not as warm in the summer..Lise, from North Bay.On canada
Thanks for a wonderful idea. I've been buying the liners for the last couple of years and when I bought them the last time, I thought, gee what a waste of money and land fill. Great idea. PS--- when you were putting the snaps in I was yelling - you're doing it wrong, obviously didn't hear until too late, but you corrected it! lol Also, my husband made me a little wooden stand to put my hand tool in so I don't have to hold it and the item that I'm applying the snap to. Makes it much easier! Thanks again. will be making them now!
I wish I heard you! LOL oh well, we are all human and mess things up once in a while. Your little wooden stand sounds like a great tool!
Lovely tutorial. Been making and using reusables for couple of years and will not go back to disposable. It is recommended to not sew through all layers as it will make the pad leak more. So creating channel when attaching the core to topper is best.
Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have been looking for an easy to follow, easy to listen to one, and this is it! New subscriber form the U.K....will have to look at your baking videos too as the thin mint muffins sound divine!!
I'm planning on making pads for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes for the older girls. I would also love reusable panty liners! So I am on a mission to make reg pads and thin ones for myself! I have not seen Zorb anywhere here so I think I will try flannel for myself and microfibre for the pads!
I have used flannel and it works great too. I found the PUL for the liquid proof backing and Zorb on Amazon.
For inserts you can sew a piece of rickrack a little up from each end and make your flannel insert to go in under each rickrack and it will stay in place.
I ordered a set of various sized cloth pads from a Canadian company called Lunapads, and from there, I made all of my patterns. To make my pads.
You understand very good for women of our age! I am in the gang! Thanks for your ideas!
Thank You! I need these, I have a latex allergy and the wings on the pads takes the skin right off of me. I'm so excited, I will be making some.😀
I bought a twin size waterproof mattress pad that is terry covered on one side. Much cheaper than the PUL fabric.😊
If I buy that does it say Terry cover
Edie Wise yes, the one I purchased did.
I have heard that the polyester fabric shower curtains work well.
Loved your video and especially how to make our own pattern for it.
Glad it was helpful!
Omg. I love your way of teaching. Amazing tutorial! Thx
This needs more views and likes
Snaps are my nemesis 😂. I do love those pads. Made some for a ministry a while back . Wishing I had kept a few. I did not know about the absorbent material. That’s a game changer .
I’ve been thinking in making panty liners for awhile now ,especially because fragrance free and also can make this out of cotton . I absolutely LOVE THIS VIDEO ❤ ,you have explained so well . Thank you for sharing your video ,you are AMAZING 🥰❣️❣️❣️
Thank you so much for this video. I have wanted to make me some of these for the longest time but just could not picture in my mind the sewing steps. This is just what I needed. I have the PUL just have to get the Zorb now. Thanks again
Glad I could help!
Great video! You make it look so easy!
Love this video. I've seen other videos about his a long time ago. You are very thorough and explain very well. Big thumbs up. Thank you
I love your video. I am going to be making some panties liners. You are a great teacher.
Thank you!
I made my own paper towel - did not put snaps on them, the flannel sticks to itself, and the past few weeks I found a drawer to put the paper towels in so I just keep a stack in the drawer.
I've been making my own for years, and they are a lot better than the commercial made ones. You're going to enjoy your unpaper towels, I love them. Some I made with snaps and some without that I just place in the drawer. I make mine with my serger. It's a lot faster and easier. For the snapped ones I make a attachment made of plastic mesh with snaps added and place on a paper towel holder, then I snap my unpaper towels to it. BJ
you are making a lot of holes in the pul fabric, that may not be as waterproof as you want them to be.
I'm doing this bc I dont wanna tell my mom bc she makes everything awkward
Need to give sites to order for orb,Pul, and snaps please
Diane Myers you can get everything you need at Wazoodle. I found that by simply googling Zorb.
Awesome tutorial! I'm excited to make my own!
Great idea
Ideally use wonder clips instead of pins. That will help prevent any leakage through the pul 🥰
Omg I could never make something like that!!😭😭 Your so talented!!
I made many of these for myself, but I found that they don't seem to stay in place. Not sure how to remedy this problem. Also, if you sew into the PUL it will not be leak proof.
Not only that, but I have never EVER seen the core sewn onto the backer! None of the pads I've made myself or for sale and none of the pads I've ever purchased or obtained from other sellers/maker ever had the core on the backer. Blood/urine will absolutely follow the thread and onto the panties at some point, given a heavy enough flow or sneeze.
Please give us the links where you got the snaps and the materials. Thank you so much. Also I would love to see the homemade paper towels.
Sneezing...YES!!! Thank you!!!
Honestly, if they’re just for myself, I wouldn’t even bother with turning the inside out. I would just assemble them and the correct order and do a surge or a zigzag stitch around the edge.
I might use clips and no pins to maintain the PUL integrity.
This is a great thing to do, personally the less I have to depend on things I have to buy, the better!
Thank you! I love your real life bloopers! I do the same thing :D
Glad you like them! I figure we're all human so why not show them...LOL
Another vote for the paper towels, the material sites and the snaps!!!! One more use guys often steal their wives pads when hemeroids get stressed and bleed great case for your custom fit ideas.
I want to make them without PUL because the waterproof feature of store-bought liners holds in moisture and creates stink. I'm guessing the PUL will probably do the same thing. I don't have a monthly need but a daily need for light leakage.
I suggest you laminate the pattern and it will be so easy to trace and ct.
Pins cause hole make pul leak.
Thank you so much for this I am learning how to sew and I will definitely try this out! Gotta be careful about the snaps tho. 🤣 great video! Thank you! 💞💞
Glad it was helpful!
I'd also be interested in adult incontinence underwear or pad options. Thank you Teacher 🍎🤟🇨🇦
Wonderful tutorial thank you. I had been looking for a good one.
You’re welcome 😊
You can also make personal wipes and save on the toilet paper.
Loved your video. When i was growing up in the late 50's early 60's my mother made our womanly pads out of well worn bath towels and outgrown rain coats. No snaps. She used safety pins. Hahahaha i know right but it worked. In my late 60's and wearing pads again! I think God must have quite the sense of humor 😅.
p.s. did you retire?
Yes I retired in January 2022. I love being retired!
Where did you buy the waterproof fabric
Thank you soo much for sharing!! 😊😊
I am going to make these for me and think of the money I am going to save. Thank you for sharing.
Do you have a link for the multi colored snap kit you use? I would love to get it for my sewing supplies. I make reusable pads and liners for myself and my daughters. Got the idea from my mother telling me how she and her sister used folded cloth from old clothes when she was young. She grew up in the rural South during the depression with four sister and there was no running to the store for supplies like that. Got basic instructions from a nice young lady on CZcams: Precious Star Pads I believe it was. Thank you for the video!!
Great video!
Amazing! Thank you for sharing!
Poking pins in the PUL will make holes for liquid to seep thru.
I wondered about that part. Would love to hear if it does cause a problem.
For a very light flow or spotting it doesn't cause a problem. However, for a heavy flow I wouldn't do it.
Do you sell these? I'm not crafty and cannot sit upright for long. Thank you.
Great video. Where did you order you different fabrics?
Where did you buy your zorb fabric?
Zorb is exclusive to Wazoodle
Thank you for making this video! I was going to order these online, but now I will make my own. Can you give link to the snaps?
Great video, thanks! Does stitching into the PUL compromise the waterproofness?
It hasn't been a problem for very light use but for heavier use it wouldn't be a great idea.