Sewn Tie Appliqué Baby Onesie Bodysuit
Baby & Kids, DIY Gift Ideas, Free Patterns, Under $10, Under 1 Hour
The first time I saw a sewn appliqué tie onesie bodysuit was about a year ago in an Uncommon Goods catalog. I thought it was really cute and looked super simple to make.
Well, my friends Anne and Darren just had a baby boy so I decided to put my money where my mouth is.
(First I would like to thank Tamara Bohorquez and Jon Sawyer for letting their adorable daughter Sienna model for me again. She’s looks like a sassy little Annie Hall
You’re welcome to use these instructions and templates for free for your own personal use. Anyone using the template simply post a comment below or email me to track its usage.
Supplies:
- Kathy’s free onesie tie shape template (PDF, includes stubby and skinny tie patterns)
- Pack of baby onesie bodysuits
(I used short sleeved white onesie baby bodysuits
; also try long-sleeve white onesie baby bodysuits
or eco-friendly organic cotton baby bodysuits
- Main fabric
(I used gray, black and white striped shirting …you could also recycle old buttondowns)
- Fusible interfacing
- Yellow thread
- Good fabric scissors
- Optional: Rotary cutter
, ruler
and gridded mat
- Sewing machine
Print my onesie tie shape template and cut. Place pattern on top of the right side of your fabric. Hint: If you have striped fabric lay it on the diagonal so it looks more like a tie. Trace lightly and then cut with scissors (alternatively you can cut it out or trim it up using a fabric rotary cutter).
Cut the tie shape from the fusible interfacing, making sure that the adhesive side is facing up. Iron the interfacing onto the wrong side of your fabric tie.
Unsnap the onesie bottom. Pin the tie onto the upper middle of the onesie. I like to use the colored straight pins
Set your sewing machine to a tight zigzag stitch. You’re going to sort of bunch and slide the onesie onto your machine, making sure that only the top level is being sewn. It’s OK for it to be bunchy *around* where you’re sewing …just don’t let it bunch *under* what you’re sewing …the onesie is stretchy knit so you’re going to need to avoid stretching the fabric while you sew to avoid puckering. This all sounds harder than it is. Just be aware of it.
Start your sewing at the left-side inner dip, going down the tie to the point and back around the perimeter. When you get around the entire tie perimeter, ensure your needle is down in the fabric, lift your presser foot, turn, lower the foot, and then sew straight across the fabric to create the necktie knot.
COPYRIGHT NOTE: You’re more than welcome to use this theme and templates for your own personal use. Please post a comment below or email me if you use this project so I can smile when I see that it’s being used. Craft and pass it on!
April 2nd, 2012 at 1:05 am
I have new grandson due in June, and a box full of scraps of fabric that is so nice I can’t bear to just chuck it all. This is a perfect way to make use of some of it!
March 3rd, 2012 at 11:52 am
My son and daughter-in-law are expecting their first child this spring. My son wears bow ties all the time and even though they’re having a girl, I’d LOVE to make one of these for their baby just for fun. I know he’d get a kick out of it! I think they’re super cute too! Thanks for sharing the idea and all the how to’s!
February 5th, 2012 at 4:51 am
Thank you for your generosity in making your instructions/template available to a novice :)
January 4th, 2012 at 1:37 pm
I have a 5 week old boy and a girlfriend who is having a boy in Feb. I am going to make a few of these. They are so stinking cute!!!!! :) Thank you for sharing the how to.
December 28th, 2011 at 5:07 pm
Hi Heidi, that’s a great idea. I bet it’s going to look super cute. Happy birthday to your little one!
December 28th, 2011 at 10:16 am
Thank you, plan to use for a first birthday party outfit!
September 23rd, 2011 at 9:55 am
Thanks SO much! I was looking to buy one but would Love to make one instead! We are expecting our first child in Jan and want to make one or more ;) before then. Thanks again!
July 19th, 2011 at 4:55 pm
using it for my new nephew!
April 21st, 2011 at 9:03 pm
Great way to use the template! Would love to see a picture when it’s done – you’re welcome to put it up on our “I Made It!” flickr group: http://www.flickr.com/groups/merrimentdesign/
April 21st, 2011 at 12:34 pm
Thanks for the template. I’m actually going to put it on a t-shirt for my son since he is a little older….perfect!!
March 17th, 2011 at 11:08 am
My sister never put her baby girl in anything but a onesie for the first year of her life. Now that her first son is on the way, this will be PERFECT to step up his onesie wardrobe! Thanks for saving us!
February 9th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
I just made one of these for a gift. So easy and adorable. Thanks for sharing
January 9th, 2011 at 10:44 pm
Hi there! I just made one of these for my little boy using your template. So cute, thank you!
November 15th, 2010 at 5:37 am
Thank you for the template! Will use the instructions to make a couple of these for my friends beautiful boy!
November 11th, 2010 at 9:07 am
Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!! I saw these at a boutique and wanted to make my own….now I can!!!!! THANKS!
October 17th, 2010 at 4:42 pm
Thank you for the template! Such a cute idea!
September 26th, 2010 at 9:10 am
Love it, thanks! I’ll definitely be making one.
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:10 am
SO CUTE! Thanks!
June 20th, 2010 at 7:31 am
Appreciate it, Kendra! Glad you can use it.
June 20th, 2010 at 7:31 am
Thanks, Tiffany! It will look adorable on them, I’m sure :)
June 18th, 2010 at 2:32 pm
Thanks for the use of your template! Really cute!
June 18th, 2010 at 11:47 am
Thanks, so excited to make these for my nephew and son!
May 31st, 2010 at 8:37 am
@Katie, how inventive to trace it right off the screen! Glad you could use it.
May 21st, 2010 at 9:30 pm
I am using your template! Traced it right off of my laptop screen :) Thank You so much!
May 1st, 2010 at 5:54 pm
No problem, Breanna. Glad you can use it!
April 30th, 2010 at 3:35 pm
thank you so much for providing the how to and template free of charge…that’s such a blessing for me!!
March 27th, 2010 at 12:47 pm
I just found your website when searching for templates. I’m making my 19mo. old some cute onesies and you were my inspriration! Thank you so much. I am making some striped tie onesie’s like you did. I hope they turn out just as cute as yours!
December 8th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
I have been looking for instructions for weeks. Thank you so much!
November 12th, 2009 at 11:41 am
Awesome. I love it Thanks for sharing.
September 25th, 2009 at 11:26 am
Been looking for instructions for this! Thanks! Will be using your template!
December 29th, 2008 at 6:35 pm
That is just too awesome – keep up the good work!
August 5th, 2008 at 7:13 am
Too cute!
July 29th, 2008 at 5:59 pm
i want one for me.
July 25th, 2008 at 12:57 am
Kathy, I love your website! Jay sent me the link. Your projects are soooo cute! Love all the handmade wedding stuff and the Shane-themed foods. =] Hope all is well!
July 18th, 2008 at 7:42 am
too adorable! now I have something else to make
July 17th, 2008 at 9:36 pm
Love this! Absolutely-so-cute! If I weren’t consumed with the Kathy-inspired wedding projects, I’d love to try this for someone! Thanks for sharing!