Comments on: How To Make Perfect Fabric Baby Blocks

By: Margie

Margie — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:59:45 +0000

I am a grandmother who traditionally has made some special valentine treat for my 17.yr. old granddaughter. Usually specially decorated cookies or cupcakes, etc. This year I have a new 6 mo. old granddaughter. A new tradition has also begun for her. I am making her your precious foam blocks! Thanks for sharing!

By: Karen

Karen — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:28:55 +0000

This was the 3rd set of instructions I tried working from to make a baby block. I guess 3rd time is the charm!!! Very easy and simple instructions to understand and the pictures do help. I especially like the picture which shows you to start stitching the sides together on a diagonal. That was the most helpful tip because it made the cube go together so much easier. Thank you so very much for these instructions.

By: Jane

Jane — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:31:14 +0000

thanks so much. I will buy the foam at Joann’s tomorrow!

By: Sew Fun

Sew Fun — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:23:33 +0000

Yes, you can just pop them in the washer, then let them air-dry! The foam is very springy – it washes easily and maintains its shape. You can also spot-clean with a damp cloth and let air dry if the mess is small.

By: Jane

Jane — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:02:28 +0000

how can you wash these blocks if a baby spits up on them? Can the high density foam go in the washing machine? thanks, Jane

By: Sally

Sally — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:11:00 +0000

I can’t find this Baby Geniuses Grow Up alphabet fabric. Does anyone know where to get it?

By: Miki

Miki — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:58:34 +0000

Jenn,

Thank you so much for your illustrated instructions. I have struggled to make foam cubes for over a year, and thanks to you, I finally made one successfully! Your photos really helped! I also had a difficult time finding the right foam. I found 4” high density foam at an upholstery supply store in Los Angeles called Norm’s Foam & Fabric Center. They were really helpful. I even had a choice of extra firm and firm foam. A 48x12x4” piece of high density firm foam cost only $15! Now I can complete the set of cubes for my friend’s kids. Thanks again!!!

Sincerely,
Miki

By: Jennifer at Sew Fun

Jennifer at Sew Fun — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:37:44 +0000

Jenn,

I bought the foam at Jo Anne’s. If you don’t have a Jo Anne near you, try any large chain fabrics/crafts store or any place that sells home dec supplies. This foam is used for making seat cushions. Get the “high density” foam, it’s a light green color and more firm than the regular white foam. It’s very expensive but you can buy it by the inch, you only need a 4″ ‘slice’ to make all 5 blocks, to cover the whole alphabet. I think it comes in 24″ or 36″ widths, you’d only need the 24″ to make all 5 blocks. I think when I bought mine it ended up costing me about $6. If you can’t find 4″ foam, buy a 2″ seat cushion and double up!

I hope this helps.

Best,

Jen @ SewFun

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:32:36 +0000

Where did you buy the foam for the blocks? I love this idea but can’t figure out where to buy it.

By: Sam

Sam — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:38:30 +0000

Jennifer –

Thank you so much! I ordered it right away.
Now I’m one step closer to making your cute blocks. Yea!

Stefanie