In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make easy sew baby blocks from fabric. If you’re looking for a fun DIY gift for babies, stop buying something pre-made at the store and instead make your own fun gift. Not only is this a super simple sewing project, but it’s soft and fuzzy, too. Get the step by step details on how to make these easy sew baby blocks below.

These baby blocks are easy and fun and are great for babies and make wonderful gifts. Perfect for a baby shower or a fun gift for your own baby, too. Let’s get started!

Supplies Needed To Make These Easy Sew Baby Blocks From Fabric

Scissors
Sewing Machine
Thread
Needle
Rotary Cutter, mat, & ruler
Stuffing (can use cotton or poly)
Clips or Pins
Noise Maker (optional)
Minky cuddle fabric (enough to make (2) 5″x5″ pieces)
Minky plush fabric (enough to make (2) 5″x5″ pieces)
Sherpa fabric (enough to make (2) 5″x5″ pieces)

How To Make Easy Sew Baby Blocks From Fabric

The first step to make these easy sew baby blocks is to cut the fabric to the size you need. You will need two of each of the three fabrics in a 5″x5″ size. Note that this tutorial shows you how to make one baby block from fabric. Repeat these steps for desired number.

Lay four pieces in a row face up. I have one of each piece, then the 2nd one of the same for the end piece. Then take each square and lay it face down on the one next to it and pin it in place along that connecting side. Do this until all 4 pieces are clipped/pinned together in a row. These baby blocks are really simple to make.

Sew the pieces together along those pinned sides. You will use a 1/4 seam allowance with a backstitch at the start and finish. Start about 1/4 inch down and stop about 1/4 inch from the end.

Start at the second piece in the row (does not matter which end) and clip the last to pieces to each side of that piece just as you did with the first row. Then sew them in place just as before.

Now we need to start making the block take shape. Line the edge of the two fabrics next to each other and clip them in place. Do this on all but one side. You are about halfway through this easy sew baby blocks from fabric tutorial!

Sew along those clipped edges, making sure not to sew through to any other layers. This time we will be sewing all the way to the end. Be sure to do a backstitch at the start and finish.

On that last side, line it up and clip it in place. This time we will be leaving about a 2-inch opening. Sew it the same as the others making sure to go all the way to the end at the start and do a backstitch at the start and finish. Just be sure to leave that 2-inch opening.

Through that opening turn the whole thing right-side out. Use your finger or the end of a pencil to make sure the corners are pushed out. We are almost finished with this easy sewing tutorial!

Now it’s time to make our baby blocks plush. Start adding the stuffing through that opening that you left. How full you want it is up to you. I did not pack mine super full as I wanted it to have a little give for the baby to be able to grab it. After you have it about halfway stuffed, place the noise maker in the middle (if you are using one) then fill the rest of the stuffing over and around it. I made some with the noise makers in them and some without for my own sanity. 🙂

The last step in this easy sew baby blocks From fabric tutorial is to stitch that opening closed. Fold the raw edges in by about 1/4 inch. Then using a needle and thread sew along the edge using a whip stitch. I like to tie a knot at the start and finish to hold it in place. With working with slightly fuzzy fabric like we are, this stitching can not even be seen when done.

Fun Ways to Gift These Easy Sew Fabric Baby Blocks

These fabric baby blocks are a great gift for babies. Not only are they great for textures, but they make a lot of great noise, too. Babies are certain to love them because they feel soft and are fun to play with. Giving these as a gift to babies at a baby shower or even a fun birthday gift is a great idea!

If you liked making these easy sew baby blocks from fabric, make sure to pin it to your favorite Pinterest board or share it with friends on social media. If you decide to make this simple project on your own, make certain that you take a picture afterward and tag us on social media as we love seeing the fabrics and color choices that people use!

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Easy Sew Baby Blocks From Fabric

These easy sew baby blocks from fabric are so simple and fun to make! Save money on these DIY baby blocks instead of paying in-store. Super easy sewing tutorial Makes a great gift.

Active Time 20 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Difficulty Easy

Estimated Cost $10.00

Materials

Tools

Instructions

Cut the fabric to the size you need. You will need two of each of the three fabrics in a 5"x5" size.
Lay 4 pieces in a row face up. I have one of each piece then the 2nd one of the same for the end piece.
Then take each square and lay it face down on the one next to it and pin it in place along that connecting side.
Do this until all 4 pieces are clipped/pinned together in a row.
Sew the pieces together along those pinned sides. You will use a 1/4 seam allowance with a backstitch at the start and finish. Start about 1/4 inch down and stop about 1/4 inch from the end.
Start at the second piece in the row (does not matter which end) and clip the last to pieces to each side of that piece just as you did with the first row.
Then sew them in place just as before.
Line the edge of the two fabrics next to each other and clip them in place.
Do this on all but one side.
Sew along those clipped edges all the way to the end, making sure not to sew through to any other layers.
On that last side, line it up and clip it in place. This time we will be leaving about a 2-inch opening.
Sew it the same as the others making sure to go all the way to the end.
Through that opening turn the whole thing right-side out, making sure the corners are pushed out.
Start adding the stuffing through that opening. How full you want it is up to you.
After you have it about halfway stuffed, place the noise maker in the middle (if you are using one) then fill the rest of the stuffing over and around it.
Stitch that opening closed.
Fold the raw edges in by about 1/4 inch.
Then using a needle and thread sew along the edge using a whip stitch.
Enjoy your new baby blocks!