The size of your finished diaper cake will also be slightly affected by the size of diapers you use. I used size 4 diapers for all of the diaper cakes shown in this post. If you use newborn or size 1 diapers, you may need to add one or two extra diapers to each round to make up the slight size difference.
How many newborn diapers do I need for a diaper cake?
Most diaper cakes use about 50 to 75 newborn or size 1 diapers. Here’s what you’ll need: A cake topper (a stuffed animal, ribbon, board book, etc.) A sheet of cardboard or a cake plate.
Is a diaper cake a gift?
While you want your diaper cake to be decorative, keep in mind that it’s also a practical gift that the parents will hopefully get loads of use out of!
How do you wrap a diaper cake with tulle?
Place the diaper cake on top of the tulle, and gather it at the top. Use a rubber band to secure the tulle once you’ve got it wrapped perfectly. Cover the rubber band by tying a thin ribbon overtop. You can also attach a round rattle for an extra little touch.
What size diaper is best for a diaper cake?
Choose size 2 diapers for your cake, since many babies never wear the newborn size, and they grow out of the size 1s astoundingly quickly. Make your cake colorful by picking washcloths and blankets in different shades and patterns. Use a special toy or stuffed animal as a cake topper.
How many diapers do you need for a small diaper cake?
How Many Diapers Do You Need For a Mini Diaper Cake? For the average mini diaper cake, 25 diapers should suffice, though you may find yourself needing a couple of extra, depending on the side of your base.
How many diapers do you need for a 2 tier diaper cake?
For a 2 tier diaper cake you’ll need 28 diapers, for a 3 tier diaper cake you’ll need 62 diapers and for a 4 tier diaper cake you’ll need 118 diapers.
How do you make a diaper cake without rolling diapers?
Wrap some string or a rubber band around the middle of the diaper “cake.” This will hold your diaper cake together. Do not use tape or glue, as this can ruin the diapers, and make them unusable for the new mom. Repeat the process for the other pie pans. Use the same process to make more layers.
