How to Make a Diaper Cake

The first time I saw one, I knew I wanted to learn how to make a diaper cake.

A diaper cake is one of the most unique baby gifts I have seen. If you're the crafty type, you can make this fabulous gift yourself! You will have complete control over the entire process; and when you tell everyone you made it yourself, they will no doubt be dazzled.

Strapped for time? You can buy a diaper cake which guarantees a beautiful well loved gift.

Show Me How It's Done

I don't know about you, but when I am learning how to do anything for the first time, seeing it is the easiest way to understand. So, here are some great videos to show you how to make a diaper cake.

"Rolled Diaper" Method

The most common way to build your diaper cake. You will need some extra supplies, but the outcome can be quite stunning.

"Smooth Edge" Method

You may prefer this assembly method. The edges of the cake are smooth and truly look more like a cake, but it's a little trickier to get the whole thing to hold together.

Diaper Art

This video goes beyond the realm of diaper cakes and into the world of true diaper art. These are some really unique ideas.

Diaper Cake Instructions

Watch the videos above to see the two basic methods to build a diaper cake. You either 1.) roll the diapers up individually, and group them together with rubberbands, or 2.) overlap them in a complete circle-almost spiral pattern for a smoother look. They can be one layer or even five!

Once the basic tier shape is made you adorn with anything such as baby wash, lotion, teddy bears, a baby blanket, baby grooming items, or small toys. You can also "hide" special gifts inside the cake as you assemble it as an added surprise. The possibilities are wide open and this gift is sure to be well received. It's not uncommon to see diaper cakes as the beautiful center piece at a baby shower.