For everyone saying "ewwww I wouldn't want to reuse this its nasty" or anything like that, think about this....literally all of our ancestors, yes ALL OF THEM used actual rags, RAGS or cotton (if lucky) or LEAVES to keep clean. My grandmother said it was a chore to wash rags but it had to be done to keep clean. I'm sure they all would've LOVED to have products like these reusable pads. Honestly if you are scared or disgusted of your own blood, that sounds like a personal problem. But me, I appreciate this video, thank you for the tutorial. And for removing the stains I've found that a tiny drop of dawn dish soap and some soaking time lifts the stains well.
They are fighting years and years and years of training that women's menstrual cycles are dirty. It will take a while to break people of this thinking.
Women should be concerned with what they are wearing so close to their hoohah. Especially the deodorizers used in disposables! We were not meant to have so many chemicals rubbing on us like that!
I love this !!! I live in Egypt and was looking for a charity idea , this will help so many women and young women here to have no shame or embarrassment when their period comes ❤
@@Shathoughts I am a nurse and midwife periods are of course a very natural part of every woman's life however in Egyot sanitary pads are quite expensive so many women use old towels, clothes etc . The shame and embarrassment comes when the cloth doesn't absorb well and they are left with a stain on their clothes or if not changed often they develop a distinctive smell . There is no shame in this but I am sure all girls would like to keep their bodily functions private and the reusable sanitary towels would help in doing that , inshaAllah we will deliver our first bundle of pads to schools in Luxor next month and girls can access a package of 6 at no cost
My sister bought me reusable pads from an online store which was recommended (but I don't know the name) and I have to tell you, they are a THOUSAND times better than those pads we buy from the store! At first I was so shocked when I heard about it, but if you get the chance, definitely use reusable pads. One of the GREATEST productions of plastic comes from pads. We would be helping our dying environment SO MUCH by simply using reusable pads. I also bleed heavy amounts but with these pads they never leak because the cloth is thick enough and there is also a cloth that is water resistent at the bottom, leading to no leakage.
Really? I was looking at this and wondering if it would hold for the heaviest bleeders -- mine is (was, I'm on meds that stopped them) very heavy, could go through an overnight ultra in like an hour the first mornings of the week. Eventually I just used a menstrual cup and doubled up with a heavy pad, that pretty reliably (but not always) stopped leakage without me having to use the restroom every hour. (But at that point it was a medical problem so I got that addressed, not the case anymore, thankfully.)
I use both menstrual cup and pad, because I'm also a heavy bleeder and I really wanted to stop using toxic chemical and plastic infused commercial pads So if you feel like the cloth pad wouldn't suffice to keep you clean and dry, I would suggest try both cup and pad Of course the cup is sufficient by itself but I don't like the idea of something inside me 24/7 so I alternate between the two 😀
@@gracekahugu3506 this or that you have to clean your panty And if probs don't touch the pad with your hand soak it in a tub of cold water...with some handwash ,dettol and lemon juice/salt put into that and then you can scrub. Done... Imao😘😘🤗🤗
So great! My daughters and have been using pads that I’ve made for over a year. We LOVE them🥰 They are much more comfortable and I get to pick different fabrics and try out different sizes! Before you say “eww!”, try one and see for yourself. My daughters friend tried and she wants more now. Also my sister!
My daughter is starting to come to age. I have thought about introducing these first. I have PCOS so I dont have periods at all and am very out of the loop. I was reading there are nasty chemicals in disposable ones and I dont want that sitting against the most sensitive absorbing areas. Do you use this pattern or did you make your own?
@@Registered_Necromancer this is a pattern by Versodile, called Round. Versodile also has some free patterns in her Facebook group. Just search Versodile.
@@merclesse37 I hate to break it to you but they're anything anything except a woman then, probably transgender or something. I don't hate them but biologically, women have vaginas.
Thank you Hedi. I live and work in the Himalayas and people have forgotten the tradition of DIY pads. The charitable tailoring unit I work with LOVED your video. Happy women and girls here.
I’ve made my own cloth pads before. But not for a long time. After watching your video I went ahead and made myself six new ones. I’m excited! Thanks for the inspiration!
I like your method where you draw the outline only on your top layer, and use that as a stitching line. This eliminates fussy cutting of the top and bottom, and gives you a large border to hold on to, and that doesn't get tucked under the presser foot accidentally. Using pinking shears is also genius. I've made only one pad so far to try it out for stress incontinence, and I like it - it's comfortable, and no leaks so far! I will try your assembly method next time. thank you!
Cathy S. I was going to ask about stress incontinence and you answered for me 👍 I sometimes find liners uncomfortable and the edges sometimes irritate.
I've watched heaps of videos and I think yours is the first one I've seen where you don't waste so much material when cutting out the pattern. I like this idea of making some eco friendly feminine products. I wish I'd learnt earlier in my life to make these it would have saved so much money.
It's been a few years since I've revamped my home/handmade stash. So glad I found this video. Very clear & detailed. Finally wised up and saved it my Pinterest & my playlist! If you don't already have a video that includes this step, you may want to add in the use of PUL or other material for women who work away from home, have heavy cycles or incontinence, or are making these for postpartum use. (Totally see the video now! Lol. Adding it too. You're awesome.) I find I generally don't need it, but our period needs change through the years.
You make it look so easy! I've just finished My second pad and it looks better than the first one, but still terrible! I've bought a sewing machine with pads in mind as first project but they do require a bit of practice!
She sews perfect. I do not sew perfect. But I still Love sewing. I began with making the simplest Grocery Bags. You may want to try that. But it has been two months. You probably have made more & are better at it by now.
Wonderful, just wonderful! For some or most women this is a very healthy option. Real cotton will always be the best or at least, a safe plant based fiber..
I love these sooo much I have been using ones I bought online for cheap they have lasted me about 7 years and still they’re fine, but I think I’m going to try making my own now after watching this video! I have so many cute fabrics and old t shirts I can use aaaa I’m excited to cut them up and have cute new pads 🥰
This is really helpful...thank you.....have never used reusable pads but I'm definitely going to start now ......I use so much money on disposable ones and I think this is going to be a great money saver
These are so cool and good for the earth! I used to think they were gross and stuff, but know that I know the benefits I will definitely be making a few of these 🤍
What an awesome idea and a great way to cut down on waste! I’ve been searching for the perfect video to show me how to make these for me and for my two daughters in the future. Your video did just that. A great way to reuse old fleece baby blankets! Too bad I gave them all away though. Anyway, Thanks so much for sharing. ♥️
Tupperware had a special soaking & pre-wash container for these. They are also used for camping washes. I have one. Excellent! Especially with Biotex or some such.
Great tutorial. Thanks so much. Just made my first CSP following your tutorial, while mine looks very homemade, it’s sooo comfortable. Plus the fleece backing means it’s not moving around on me! Thanks again 🤗
The OCD issues I struggle with in my later years would prevent me from using this method but my family member stitched cloth diapers for my daughter's back in the 80's this is soooooo convenient and budget savvy!!!
I'm actually making my own since mine is so heavy at night and it leaks through the bed. I want one that can cover my back and sides at night to avoid leakage and is thick enough absorb most of it....thank you, this will really help me a lot...
I tried reusable pads in the past but had trouble keeping up with the care of them. Your video is making me want to give it another go. It looks much more absorbent and comfortable than the first pads I tried.
Wow!!😮 you could make a bunch of these and sell them!! I spent a fortune on store bought pads and could have saved a bunch of money if I had this about ten years ago!! Great job!!
Which stitches did you used please ? I like the wave one you used to sew the core fabrics together. And the one to sew the top and bottom fabrics at the end look like the overlock stitch isn’t it ? Thanks
I used a wave stitch (it really vaeya what exactly yours will he called, mine was nr. 28. But all machines have it different. I only have 1 wave stitch and that's what I used) then I used a regular zig zag stitch, again every machine is different. And just a regular straight stitch. I can't tell you exactly what you should use. As like I said all machines are different. If you want to look up my machine us Brother XR3140 and the Stitches numbers I use are 28 (wavy) 05 (zigzag) 02 straight.....
Ur making material is best ur sezar is aamazing and button atacher is also amazd but this pad is for 1 time use plzz make a pad like a underware thats how i use underwere for taking pad.plz make a cover type thing
Hi, you can wash and reuse this pad many many times. I don't make period underwear, but if that's something you are interested in there are many makers who underwear type things, and many are on Etsy, so have a look around 😊
Not even centuries! I am 65, and my 1st pads were disposable, but not adhesive and I had to use a "belt" to hold them in place. My mother used cloth when she started. I'm glad women are now going back, because of the non-biodegradable nature of disposables, and the expense. The new tech fabrics such as Zorb and fleece make it much cleaner and easier to wear.
Thank you for making this video, you made it and showed us how to do it very beautifully ! How long can you re-use and keep on washing it by your experience? And I am wondering how you get to the sizes, do you use a normal menstuation pad to compare the innerbody with?
You can wash and reuse the pads for years!!!! (5 at least). I just tested many different sizes. It has changed, started with 11" but now I like 9" regular. It really depends what you like. Try many different ones. (if you can)
I still think for the first couple of days I'd use disposable but certainly from day 3. I guess it's the same with everything, once you're used to them, using them for heavier days would be second nature.
I might be dating my age here, but my mom used old sheets for rags for this purpose and a elastic garter belt to attach the rag, I never thought of it as dirty. My 14 year old daughter just bought a cotton pad at the local health food store, very pricey. She also purchased a menstrual cup and will be using these together. I wondered what was used for the core, that's why I'm here, getting ideas. Which Zorb fabric did you use? It's made in Canada and there are several types of zorb material, even antimicrobial. Thank you for sharing this tutorial, God bless. ❤
Thank you Lee for asking and thank you Heidi for answering. I want to get away from PG so close to my thinner skin areas for daily use. This is my answer. Blessings
Thank you so much for sharing! I am a complete sewing beginner. Would you mind telling me: 1) What types of stitches did you use? 2) What type of presser foot did you use? Thank you again!
You can use all just straight stitch, size I'd say 3.5 or 3. I'm using straight a d wave, not sure if you have that one. And as for presser foot, I just use the one that was on my machine, so what ever you have is perfectly fine
@@HediSalm I love your sewing tutorial. It is so straight forward. And you sew so perfectly. You should be selling them online. Wait, did you say that in the INFORMATION BOX? Anyways, I have a question? How absorbant are those ones, with one Zorb Pad? Because my First Three Days are the Worst. They are HEAVY!!!!! I would love to see you do a tutorial for NIGHT TIME Pads. So, if I were to go make these ones, like you made. What can I compare them to for Absorbency. I used ALWAYS, Night Time for the First Three days. Then after I could wear lighter ones. Are they for medium? Or Heavy? Or Light? Just a thought.
Not if you wash and store them properly (although some colours might stain even with the best of care, like blue and white) but all my pads are still pretty as ever.
I wish I thought of making my own reusable pads rather than buying some. Now that I think about it, I don't know if the fabrics that they used are sustainable or anything (micro plastics and all). The thought occurred to me a couple days after purchasing one. Regardless, I love them and I wouldn't go back to the disposable ones. The reusable ones seem to mask the odor better and it feels gentler on the skin.
In this case the cotton (pink). But in general it can be cotton woven, jersey, minky. Mostly something absorbent. And the color doesn't have to be dark. If taken care properly, even white ones can be without stains. But if you are worried, then sure 😁👍 use darker colors.
Do you used pul fabric? This is the water resist fabric whitch is important ... and flecee is cotton fabric? Because poliesther is not breathable and not the best for the Planet because of microplastic fibres witch can flow into the water as you wash them. I like your video and your sawing maschine look very nice with the stickers.
For this pad I do t use PUL (in another video I do). I like using fleece as a backer (and I do know of micro plastic). But I think using fleece is way more preferable than using disposable pads, with throwing away the whole plastic made pad. And PUL is also synthetic material, so I'm quite sure that both fleece and PUL have a small impact on the environment but not nearly as bad as disposable pads.
You can absolutely use terry 👍 upu will need more layers (probably 2+) It unfortunately won't hold as much and will be thicker BUT will definitely do the job!!
Lately I've heard so much about these.. im planning on making some for myself because a lot of people say it helps reduce cramps... the pads u buy are loaded with chemicals and causes a lot of period pains people have
I think it might be just a little bit differently made, not as tightly woven (made). If it was a jumper, then probably yes. But you can try, you'll never know 😊
This is a very helpful video! What is the material for the core pattern? Looks like plastic. I made some pantyliners myself, and want to make more. It would be nice if I can make my pattern with some firm material rather than thin fabric I’m using.
What kind of plastic is the template you used in the beginning of the video? Did you make it yourself? It kind of looks like the plastic that look jugs made out of
Thanks. I find that cutting with pinking shears the pad looks neater and less bulky when turned. But also using pinking shears is not a necessity. I just have them and use them.
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For everyone saying "ewwww I wouldn't want to reuse this its nasty" or anything like that, think about this....literally all of our ancestors, yes ALL OF THEM used actual rags, RAGS or cotton (if lucky) or LEAVES to keep clean. My grandmother said it was a chore to wash rags but it had to be done to keep clean. I'm sure they all would've LOVED to have products like these reusable pads. Honestly if you are scared or disgusted of your own blood, that sounds like a personal problem. But me, I appreciate this video, thank you for the tutorial. And for removing the stains I've found that a tiny drop of dawn dish soap and some soaking time lifts the stains well.
They are fighting years and years and years of training that women's menstrual cycles are dirty. It will take a while to break people of this thinking.
Yes in olden days women's are used cotton cloths only, again the cycle is repeated in a new way. Good
yep! I always think of how if you stain your underwear you wash them! that's not weird just like how this isn't
Women should be concerned with what they are wearing so close to their hoohah. Especially the deodorizers used in disposables! We were not meant to have so many chemicals rubbing on us like that!
Peroxide works great!! & it's cheaper than using up your dawn 😊
Not a bad idea to try. I spend way too much money on pads. Also, most pads irritate my sensitive skin.
It's great to sew your own, if you can 😊
I had the same problem with irritation and it was the main reason I switched. Cloth pads are soooooo much more comfortable!
@@TUBEalicious same!!!!! ❤️
I’m looking to switch to reusable and can’t wait to give stitching my own a go
I came here for the same reason I got allergic reaction from a pad which never happened before :(
I love this !!! I live in Egypt and was looking for a charity idea , this will help so many women and young women here to have no shame or embarrassment when their period comes ❤
What shame or embarrassment do we have in Egypt?????
@@Shathoughts I am a nurse and midwife periods are of course a very natural part of every woman's life however in Egyot sanitary pads are quite expensive so many women use old towels, clothes etc . The shame and embarrassment comes when the cloth doesn't absorb well and they are left with a stain on their clothes or if not changed often they develop a distinctive smell . There is no shame in this but I am sure all girls would like to keep their bodily functions private and the reusable sanitary towels would help in doing that , inshaAllah we will deliver our first bundle of pads to schools in Luxor next month and girls can access a package of 6 at no cost
@@deborahkimber6382 well, that is just wholesome 💖
I pray that you achieve your goal ❤ AMEEN ❤
My sister bought me reusable pads from an online store which was recommended (but I don't know the name) and I have to tell you, they are a THOUSAND times better than those pads we buy from the store! At first I was so shocked when I heard about it, but if you get the chance, definitely use reusable pads. One of the GREATEST productions of plastic comes from pads. We would be helping our dying environment SO MUCH by simply using reusable pads. I also bleed heavy amounts but with these pads they never leak because the cloth is thick enough and there is also a cloth that is water resistent at the bottom, leading to no leakage.
Really? I was looking at this and wondering if it would hold for the heaviest bleeders -- mine is (was, I'm on meds that stopped them) very heavy, could go through an overnight ultra in like an hour the first mornings of the week. Eventually I just used a menstrual cup and doubled up with a heavy pad, that pretty reliably (but not always) stopped leakage without me having to use the restroom every hour.
(But at that point it was a medical problem so I got that addressed, not the case anymore, thankfully.)
This particular one is a regular but if you either double the core or add PUL lining (I have another video about that) then it is quite sufficient 👍
I use both menstrual cup and pad, because I'm also a heavy bleeder and I really wanted to stop using toxic chemical and plastic infused commercial pads
So if you feel like the cloth pad wouldn't suffice to keep you clean and dry, I would suggest try both cup and pad
Of course the cup is sufficient by itself but I don't like the idea of something inside me 24/7 so I alternate between the two 😀
This is not only fun and creative, but very important for tackling period poverty and plastic waste!! ❤❤
Agree 👍 😁
No think about hygiene, who wants to keep on touching, the nasty periods😳😳😳😳
@@gracekahugu3506 period is a natural thing. And you are "touching" your own blood
@Honeymoon Avenue I guess that you would rather touch some one else's bloody mess, INSTEAD OF YOUR OWN!
@@gracekahugu3506 this or that you have to clean your panty
And if probs don't touch the pad with your hand soak it in a tub of cold water...with some handwash ,dettol and lemon juice/salt put into that and then you can scrub.
Done... Imao😘😘🤗🤗
So great! My daughters and have been using pads that I’ve made for over a year. We LOVE them🥰 They are much more comfortable and I get to pick different fabrics and try out different sizes! Before you say “eww!”, try one and see for yourself. My daughters friend tried and she wants more now. Also my sister!
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My daughter is starting to come to age. I have thought about introducing these first. I have PCOS so I dont have periods at all and am very out of the loop. I was reading there are nasty chemicals in disposable ones and I dont want that sitting against the most sensitive absorbing areas. Do you use this pattern or did you make your own?
@@Registered_Necromancer this is a pattern by Versodile, called Round. Versodile also has some free patterns in her Facebook group. Just search Versodile.
How do you wash it
Every woman should try this kind of cloth pads to save ourselves and our earth
*Every person who has a period.
And if you have seen some of the other posts on here about "accidentally running out of period supplies".......
@@merclesse37 that is every woman...
@@Surkhaabm Not every woman has a vagina.
@@merclesse37 I hate to break it to you but they're anything anything except a woman then, probably transgender or something. I don't hate them but biologically, women have vaginas.
Thank you Hedi. I live and work in the Himalayas and people have forgotten the tradition of DIY pads. The charitable tailoring unit I work with LOVED your video. Happy women and girls here.
I’ve made my own cloth pads before. But not for a long time. After watching your video I went ahead and made myself six new ones. I’m excited! Thanks for the inspiration!
Not to mention this is potentially safer health wise if the right fabrics are used.
It can be... Many are allergic to the materials the disposable are made of. And the chemicals inside, that make the pads absorbent.....
Dear mate A 1000 TIMES BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO THAT HELPED AND SAVED MANY LIVES.MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU.
I like your method where you draw the outline only on your top layer, and use that as a stitching line. This eliminates fussy cutting of the top and bottom, and gives you a large border to hold on to, and that doesn't get tucked under the presser foot accidentally. Using pinking shears is also genius. I've made only one pad so far to try it out for stress incontinence, and I like it - it's comfortable, and no leaks so far! I will try your assembly method next time. thank you!
Me too! I thought that was such a time saver.
Cathy S. I was going to ask about stress incontinence and you answered for me 👍 I sometimes find liners uncomfortable and the edges sometimes irritate.
Very nice tutorial! I've been making my own pads for years now. I love seeing others make them.
I've watched heaps of videos and I think yours is the first one I've seen where you don't waste so much material when cutting out the pattern. I like this idea of making some eco friendly feminine products. I wish I'd learnt earlier in my life to make these it would have saved so much money.
thank you for liking this video :D
Great tutorial!
Is anyone else mind blown by that zig zag scissors? Omg that was amazing! 😬
Thank you
They’re called pinking shears. They’ve been around for decades…
@@maryricketts7337 I know, I have since purchased some of my own 🙂
Well done video! I want to create these to donate in Rural Mexico.
I admire your generosity. Wished more people were like. you
I am creating some to donate in rural Ghana haha
I have been thinking of this for a winter project
It's been a few years since I've revamped my home/handmade stash.
So glad I found this video. Very clear & detailed.
Finally wised up and saved it my Pinterest & my playlist!
If you don't already have a video that includes this step, you may want to add in the use of PUL or other material for women who work away from home, have heavy cycles or incontinence, or are making these for postpartum use. (Totally see the video now! Lol. Adding it too. You're awesome.)
I find I generally don't need it, but our period needs change through the years.
😁 I was just gonna say that I have a video on PUL aswell 😁🤣👍
Glad you find these videos useful ☺️
You make it look so easy! I've just finished My second pad and it looks better than the first one, but still terrible! I've bought a sewing machine with pads in mind as first project but they do require a bit of practice!
My 1st one looked awful!!! Yes, it just takes practice.
@Tonya Antony AMEN!
She sews perfect. I do not sew perfect. But I still Love sewing. I began with making the simplest Grocery Bags. You may want to try that. But it has been two months. You probably have made more & are better at it by now.
Wonderful, just wonderful! For some or most women this is a very healthy option. Real cotton will always be the best or at least, a safe plant based fiber..
And you don't just "run out"
I've been using store baught reusable pads and I love them! Very very expensive so I'm excited to try making my own.
I love these sooo much I have been using ones I bought online for cheap they have lasted me about 7 years and still they’re fine, but I think I’m going to try making my own now after watching this video! I have so many cute fabrics and old t shirts I can use aaaa I’m excited to cut them up and have cute new pads 🥰
Thank you so much for this video. I have to make many for poverty stricken . These will definitely help me and to the users both.
This is really helpful...thank you.....have never used reusable pads but I'm definitely going to start now ......I use so much money on disposable ones and I think this is going to be a great money saver
These are so cool and good for the earth! I used to think they were gross and stuff, but know that I know the benefits I will definitely be making a few of these 🤍
this video have been in my likes for a while now and i FINALLY got my hands on a sewing machine so i think it's a good time to give it a go!
👍
What an awesome idea and a great way to cut down on waste! I’ve been searching for the perfect video to show me how to make these for me and for my two daughters in the future. Your video did just that. A great way to reuse old fleece baby blankets! Too bad I gave them all away though. Anyway, Thanks so much for sharing. ♥️
You're welcome 😁 glad you like it
Thank you for just getting straight into it 🙂😊
Tupperware had a special soaking & pre-wash container for these. They are also used for camping washes. I have one. Excellent! Especially with Biotex or some such.
Oh my, you make it look easy! I wish I could buy some!
After a while it will become easy 😂
thanks very useful for all ladies in the world
You took time and care with the little things, which I thinks makes all the difference fora neat and tidy pad
Thank you 😊
Great video! Also I'm glad I'm not the only one who decorates their machine with stickers lol
😄😄😄
Great tutorial. Thanks so much. Just made my first CSP following your tutorial, while mine looks very homemade, it’s sooo comfortable. Plus the fleece backing means it’s not moving around on me! Thanks again 🤗
👍😁👏👏👏👏
Ive seen a lot of tutorials today, yours is for much the best, thank you!
Thanks 😁
Thanks for the tutorial. It looks fun to be able to mix and match colours and patterns of cloth pads 💕
Very beautiful work! I can tell you know about sewing. Your pads look very professional. Congratulations!
Very nice! Thank you Hedi Salm!!
Excellent tutorial. For the RUclips win today!
Hello there! Very useful tutorial. I make my own cloth pads and I just found out a new tip,cutting with the zig zag scissors Thank you!
What a brilliant idea
Wow this is the answer to my worries.. Amazing.. 👍👍😍
It is way better than sanitary pad of market ..and also reduce environmental pollution ..
You made this look amazingly easy and completely doable! I'll have to purchase materials and make this soon!
Hi, it will become easier with every pad. All of my first pads were awful 😂
Wat materials to be used
That inner material
For the core I use 1x Zorb and 1x flannel
You did great job fr.
What a neat work... Woow!
Thank you
The OCD issues I struggle with in my later years would prevent me from using this method but my family member stitched cloth diapers for my daughter's back in the 80's this is soooooo convenient and budget savvy!!!
Thank you for sharing this video 🙏🙏🙏
Useful and creative upload
Thank you
Very nice ,from where do we such scissors please mention
Amazon is usually a good place or local craft/fabric shop
Ok, this is motivation to buy a sewing machine, tired of expensive, uncomfortable store bought pads
Go for it 👍😁
Thank you for the awesome video
This is awesome . Very good
You have a talent! Great job!!
Thanks 😁
I'm actually making my own since mine is so heavy at night and it leaks through the bed.
I want one that can cover my back and sides at night to avoid leakage and is thick enough absorb most of it....thank you, this will really help me a lot...
I'd recconend usind a layer of waterproof PUL to help with leaking. Or for backer soft shell fleece.
Great tutorial. Thank you.
OMG this is amazing, I'm inspired to try this myself one day 😭😭😭
Hi, I hope you do :D
Can I use my old towels and old cotton clothes to make these pads? Would I get an infection if I do so?
You can, if they are clean 😊👍
Yes, they are. Thanks.
I tried reusable pads in the past but had trouble keeping up with the care of them. Your video is making me want to give it another go. It looks much more absorbent and comfortable than the first pads I tried.
There are new ways and new materials coming out all the time 😁 even the past 2 years I have changed the way I do things and materials
Super. Good job. It will helpful to all us. Thank you sooo much.
This is amazing! I use iy for school and it dosent make any sound !
Wow!!😮 you could make a bunch of these and sell them!! I spent a fortune on store bought pads and could have saved a bunch of money if I had this about ten years ago!! Great job!!
I do. Look up Handmade By Hedi on Etsy
Which stitches did you used please ? I like the wave one you used to sew the core fabrics together. And the one to sew the top and bottom fabrics at the end look like the overlock stitch isn’t it ? Thanks
I used a wave stitch (it really vaeya what exactly yours will he called, mine was nr. 28. But all machines have it different. I only have 1 wave stitch and that's what I used) then I used a regular zig zag stitch, again every machine is different. And just a regular straight stitch.
I can't tell you exactly what you should use. As like I said all machines are different.
If you want to look up my machine us Brother XR3140 and the Stitches numbers I use are 28 (wavy) 05 (zigzag) 02 straight.....
Thanks a lot for your quick and helpul reply@@HediSalm ! :) I found one similar on my Singer :P I'll try that asap. Have a nice day !
Emeline Pqt What model of Singer do you have? I have a 7430, and I was wondering what stitch you ended up using.
Your hands are looking so beautiful.
🤣 Thank you
Okay when you flipped it inside out my jaw literally dropped haha
i stan TALENT👏👏👌
This is such a neat and amazing work. Its so pretty as well. Why dont you consider selling them online. I'd definetly buy em😊👌
I do 😁 HandmadeByHedi.etsy.com ❤️👍
Ur making material is best ur sezar is aamazing and button atacher is also amazd but this pad is for 1 time use plzz make a pad like a underware thats how i use underwere for taking pad.plz make a cover type thing
Hi, you can wash and reuse this pad many many times. I don't make period underwear, but if that's something you are interested in there are many makers who underwear type things, and many are on Etsy, so have a look around 😊
Thx
Wonderful job thankyu
Great Idea. I'm sure this is simular to what women had to do centuries ago.
Except pretty 😍
Not even centuries! I am 65, and my 1st pads were disposable, but not adhesive and I had to use a "belt" to hold them in place. My mother used cloth when she started. I'm glad women are now going back, because of the non-biodegradable nature of disposables, and the expense. The new tech fabrics such as Zorb and fleece make it much cleaner and easier to wear.
how do you wash them like if it's heavy flow how do you clean the inside? I'm curious, also I wanna do this too
Hi, I also have a video on this. And hopefully explain everything there.....
Nice demonstration! I’m jealous that you can use just a few clips and have the pad come out so nice!
Thanks 😁 but yours are always so neat. I love yours ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for making this video, you made it and showed us how to do it very beautifully ! How long can you re-use and keep on washing it by your experience? And I am wondering how you get to the sizes, do you use a normal menstuation pad to compare the innerbody with?
You can wash and reuse the pads for years!!!! (5 at least). I just tested many different sizes. It has changed, started with 11" but now I like 9" regular. It really depends what you like. Try many different ones. (if you can)
Hedi Salm Thankyou for your reply! I’ll try some sizes to see what fits best for me and my family , Best wishes to you and enjoy your day 🌞
I like them and your machine too. is also good to take care of our ecolgy.
I still think for the first couple of days I'd use disposable but certainly from day 3. I guess it's the same with everything, once you're used to them, using them for heavier days would be second nature.
Absolutely, something is better than nothing, I always say ❤️
I might be dating my age here, but my mom used old sheets for rags for this purpose and a elastic garter belt to attach the rag, I never thought of it as dirty.
My 14 year old daughter just bought a cotton pad at the local health food store, very pricey.
She also purchased a menstrual cup and will be using these together.
I wondered what was used for the core, that's why I'm here, getting ideas.
Which Zorb fabric did you use?
It's made in Canada and there are several types of zorb material, even antimicrobial.
Thank you for sharing this tutorial, God bless. ❤
I use zorb original 😁
@@HediSalm Thanks :)
Thank you Lee for asking and thank you Heidi for answering. I want to get away from PG so close to my thinner skin areas for daily use. This is my answer. Blessings
Thank you so much for sharing!
I am a complete sewing beginner. Would you mind telling me:
1) What types of stitches did you use?
2) What type of presser foot did you use?
Thank you again!
You can use all just straight stitch, size I'd say 3.5 or 3. I'm using straight a d wave, not sure if you have that one. And as for presser foot, I just use the one that was on my machine, so what ever you have is perfectly fine
@@HediSalm I love your sewing tutorial. It is so straight forward. And you sew so perfectly. You should be selling them online. Wait, did you say that in the INFORMATION BOX? Anyways, I have a question? How absorbant are those ones, with one Zorb Pad? Because my First Three Days are the Worst. They are HEAVY!!!!! I would love to see you do a tutorial for NIGHT TIME Pads. So, if I were to go make these ones, like you made. What can I compare them to for Absorbency. I used ALWAYS, Night Time for the First Three days. Then after I could wear lighter ones. Are they for medium? Or Heavy? Or Light? Just a thought.
This would be a regular/moderate flow pad
Should the fabrics be prewashed before starting? Or is it okay since cloth pads are not supposed to go in the dryer.
I prewash my fabrics anyway topper fabrics), just so 7 know that I'm working with clean stuff.
do you have to have that metal thing to put on the snaps?
If you want to use these snaps, then yes.
Do the clothed pads ever stain? They look so cute
Not if you wash and store them properly (although some colours might stain even with the best of care, like blue and white) but all my pads are still pretty as ever.
Ps. Have look at my washing routine video for tips.
Hedi Salm well praise God, thank you 😊 have you heard about Jesus Christ? What he has done for you my friend?
Very useful for the woman
I like it
I wish I thought of making my own reusable pads rather than buying some. Now that I think about it, I don't know if the fabrics that they used are sustainable or anything (micro plastics and all). The thought occurred to me a couple days after purchasing one. Regardless, I love them and I wouldn't go back to the disposable ones. The reusable ones seem to mask the odor better and it feels gentler on the skin.
Still a whole lot less than disposable pads. Reducing some waste and plastic is better than none
Muy buena idea 😉 nos vemos en la obligación de recurrir a reciclar y de paso cuidar nuestro medio ambiente y bolsillo
Silly question, but which fabric goes directly against the body to catch the blood? Does it need to be a dark fabric to avoid staining?
In this case the cotton (pink). But in general it can be cotton woven, jersey, minky. Mostly something absorbent. And the color doesn't have to be dark. If taken care properly, even white ones can be without stains. But if you are worried, then sure 😁👍 use darker colors.
The way I avoid stains is to always give do the initial wash in cold water. I also make sure I'm getting at the blood before it dries and sets.
Could you use PUL as a backing also?
Yes. But the pad might be a bit slippery.
Do you need to worry about shrinkage if theyre machine washed?
No, I always machine wash mine, no shrinkage at all
Do you used pul fabric? This is the water resist fabric whitch is important ... and flecee is cotton fabric? Because poliesther is not breathable and not the best for the Planet because of microplastic fibres witch can flow into the water as you wash them. I like your video and your sawing maschine look very nice with the stickers.
For this pad I do t use PUL (in another video I do). I like using fleece as a backer (and I do know of micro plastic). But I think using fleece is way more preferable than using disposable pads, with throwing away the whole plastic made pad.
And PUL is also synthetic material, so I'm quite sure that both fleece and PUL have a small impact on the environment but not nearly as bad as disposable pads.
Great Video! Thank you💕💕💕
Beautifully done!! What stitch settings is that? The wave stitch i do is a lot smaller.
On Brother xr3140 it's number 28 and I change to length from 1.0 to 2.5. Hope it helps 😉
@@HediSalm oh thank you!
I love this
😁 Thanks
could you use terry cloth instead of zorb would it hold as much?
You can absolutely use terry 👍 upu will need more layers (probably 2+)
It unfortunately won't hold as much and will be thicker BUT will definitely do the job!!
Lately I've heard so much about these.. im planning on making some for myself because a lot of people say it helps reduce cramps... the pads u buy are loaded with chemicals and causes a lot of period pains people have
These are definitely better for the sensitive areas. And I certainly feel better when using these reusable sanitary pads.
Thanks for the tutorial! Very useful
Can you do one with hand sewing? Because I don't have a machine
Absolutely!!!! ❤️
Hello! This is really great! Do you have pattern for this?
Hi, the pattern for this is by Versodile, she is on etsy
Hi. For the fleece, can I just use an old fleece blanket I will have in the house. Thank you
I think it might be just a little bit differently made, not as tightly woven (made). If it was a jumper, then probably yes. But you can try, you'll never know 😊
Hedi Salm Thank you so much :)
This is a very helpful video!
What is the material for the core pattern? Looks like plastic.
I made some pantyliners myself, and want to make more. It would be nice if I can make my pattern with some firm material rather than thin fabric I’m using.
I used a laminate puch, just laminated it and then used a paper pattern and traced on the laminated sheet and cut it out.
Hedi Salm What a clever idea! I have never thought of that. Thank you so much!
this is sooooo well done !!
I just use a two cotton wash cloths Tri-fold it, wash it at the end of the day in the tub, use a fresh one for night time while the day one dries
What ever works 👍😁
congratulations 2001 subscribers ❤️ many more to come
Thanks Lina 🤗😊
What kind of plastic is the template you used in the beginning of the video? Did you make it yourself? It kind of looks like the plastic that look jugs made out of
Hi, it's just a laminated sheet. And then I trace the pattern on it with a sharpie and cut it out.
Well done on the project 👍👍
Also you got wicked good sewing machine skills.
Why did you use the pinking scissors instead of just regular trimming ?
Thanks. I find that cutting with pinking shears the pad looks neater and less bulky when turned. But also using pinking shears is not a necessity. I just have them and use them.
Ah , that makes sense 😀