Winning Colors Baby is Lindsay McGovern’s medium for sewing “custom creations for your little winner.” She sent me a complimentary tester to sample and share with you, and has also offered a giveaway (more details below)!
You can choose from an AIO, an AI2 and a cover in a variety of fabrics, and you can fine-tune options like snap colors and placement, inner lining and sizing. Mothers can also mail their own fabric, or “mix and match” two different fabrics, both which really expand the customization options. Sizes offer are Newborn, Small, Medium and Large, plus a one-size option for $5 extra. I’ve enjoyed checking into Lindsay’s Facebook page where she posts her in-progress and completed diaper projects. Just today, she announced a new product addition: cotton velour/cotton knit baby wipes.
For my complimentary tester diaper, I chose a small sized cover for 2-month-old Ingrid, since we use mostly prefolds and flats. For the inner lining, I picked microfleece instead of microsuede, and gender neutral coordinating snaps. For something a bit different, I also opted for a side-snapping design, instead of snaps on the front. “Enchanted Forest” is the name of this pretty aqua and white print.
The bottom right photo above shows the extra hip snap that makes Lindsay’s design more unique. It enables you to get a more snug fit at the waist without tightening the leg openings too much. This feature was a result of feedback from Lindsay’s initial diaper testers, and I’ve found it to be very useful. Almost all of my children end up with chunky little legs at some point, but not a big belly.
Here is the semi-custom cover opened up. The microfleece is very plush and cozy, the back elastic is very gentle and front flap is handy for holding a diaper in place. I’m really happy with how perfectly the size small cover coordinates with the small diapers (flats and prefolds) in our current system.
Because it’s very trim in the crotch, it hasn’t provided enough coverage over Ingrid’s fitted diapers.
The fit is excellent, too. Side-snapping diapers have less bulk at the front and result in a smooth and trim appearance. The cover easily accommodates flats and prefolds, and will also tolerate an extra doubler added in there. However, the trim design provide enough cover overage Ingrid’s fitted diapers (Tots Bots and Wonderful Bambino). However, I think it would probably work with the simple cotton “prefold” fitteds.
Since microfleece needs to be washed when it’s damp or soiled, our Winning Colors Baby cover is different than a typical waterproof “wipe clean and re-use” cover. However, I do love the softness of the microfleece lining, especially around the leg gussets, and if I change Ingrid frequently (before the moisture from the diaper hits the fleece) we can actually re-use the cover a time or two before washing. The fleece is also very stain-resistant and dries fast, so our custom cover doesn’t require any special care compared to others in my collection.
As for workmanship, I haven’t noted one flaw on this cover. Seams are neat with no loose threads and snap placement is nice and even.
This is actually one my favorite covers for Ingrid right now. It’s beautiful, cozy and looks so cute on her! And I love sharing with others that it was made by a WAHM (work-at-home-mom).
Semi-custom diapers from Winning Colors Baby range in price from $20 to $30. Covers, like the one I reviewed, cost $15-20 (based on the options you choose), which makes Lindsay’s pricing very competitive, considering that you are getting a semi-custom creation and excellent workmanship, in addition to supporting a made in America WAHM enterprise. Here is a quick sample of some fabric color and print options, and a glimpse of a really amazing My Little Pony diaper which was made with coordinating lavender material:
Winning Colors Baby is giving away 1 semi-custom diaper (from in stock materials) to a lucky winner in the US or Canada. Enter to win below!
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I love that this cover has side snaps and an extra hip snap to keep a good fit.
How trim is the cover with a pad folded flat? Love the print & the little tuckable pocket up front!
Hi Clara, in the photos, Ingrid is wearing a padfolded flat under the cover, and it’s pretty trim. ~Anne
I’ve never tried a side-snap diaper cover. I’m really intrigued & wonder how it fits compared w. my front snapping covers (like FLIPS & BG).
The tag on the back would make me a little nervous. I’ve heard of diapers with that tag placement that leak around the tag. 🙁 I’m guessing that the placement of it on this diaper is not something to worry about?
I haven’t had leaks from the tag area yet in my testing, but if something like that happened, I would update the post to reflect it.
I have placed all my tags in this same spot and we use our own brand daily! I can assure you I have not had one leak from wicking around the tag area at any time, even with a fully saturated insert. I am always innovating my products to improve performance so if this were ever to become a cause for concern I would change things up immediately! I also only use 100% polyester or rayon thread to help prevent wicking and reccomend washing and drying in the dryer once before use to reseal any needle holes in the PUL. Thanks for your question!
Thanks, Lindsey, for the helpful information about the diaper design! ~Anne
I’d be very curious to try a side snapping diaper such as this. Love the color selection! Looks great!
Super cute and would love to see the difference the snaps make…
I’ve never tried a side-snapping diaper… I’m really intrigued! I also like the fleece inside. I’d probably use something like this for nighttime and love how cozy the fleece looks. 🙂
Your review says that you can choose snap placement. That’s pretty cool! So would this mean you could request a four row rise snap or is this just deciding on front or side snaps? If the four snap is an option, I think I may be shopping today! 🙂
Yes, a front snap sizing system can be added for an additional $5, I think! ~Anne
Thanks! We have a baby with a serious size difference between tummy and thighs, so snap options are really nice for him.
I have seen some cute unicorn diapers prints before but that one takes the cake on totally adorable unicorn diaper.
Would love to try this diaper; love the print. Thanks for the review!
Love the extra hip snap and how customizable this diaper is! And especially love the unicorn rainbows!!
I’m intrigued by the side snaps. I have never used one like that before. I like that it is trim but will cover a fitted.
I really love the design and the patterns the white with the blue dots is so adorable I also really like the snaps on the side that is a great feature..
What is the weight range that these diapers will fit? Also, I’m confused-is this a diaper cover that will only work for one use (or until it becomes wet) or is there a pocket to stuff?
I’ts a diaper cover, and as mentioned in the review, although it is lined with fleece I can use it a couple of times before washing if Ingrid is changed more frequently (i.e. only the diaper gets wet and not the Winning Colors Baby cover). ~Anne
Heather, Winning Colors Baby are sized diapers meaning that the ranges will vary according to the child’s build although they are advertised to fit NB 6-12#, S 10-20#, M 15-30#, and L 25-40+#. I do not currently make pockets but I do have an AIO and AI2 version as well. Thanks for the questions!
Would the diaper be bulkier on a smaller baby? I wasn’t sure how it would fit a smaller baby with the pad in it
Lindsay also has a newborn size which fits smaller babies at 6 to 10 pounds. ~Anne
I love the print!
I love the enchanted forest print and how the snap a are miss matched colors
I am impressed by this diaper. It sounds like something that would really well for us!
Can she work with custom fabrics?
Yes, you can even send your own fabric.
I love the colors! And Side snaps are my favorite!
I love the color of this diaper, but my favorite part is the extra hip room button!!
The water works print looks fun.
I really love this print.
The diapers are all so cute! I’m not sure how I feel about it not being able to be wiped clean & reused if I’m using it as a cover (which I feel takes a little more work than a pocket). But it looks like a fantastic diaper other than my pickiness 🙂
I am intrigued by the side snaps on this diaper, it looks like something that would work for us. My little guys tummy and thighs aren’t always the same “size”
You choose a very pretty fabric! If I were to order one , I would pick a fabric with dragonflies on it. I like that you can send in your own fabric. The possibilities are endless! I like the side snaps and the extra hip snaps; seems like it makes for a secure fit. Thank you!
I love the dot you see me and enchanted forest. Thank you for the review. There are so many cloth diapers I am getting overwhelmed trying to pick one.
I’ve never tried a side snapping diaper. I love the water works print.
I love the print! Very pretty. 🙂
What a beautiful diaper – I’d love to try one with side snaps! And that print (Enchanted Forest) is definitely my favourite. 🙂
I really like the extra hip snap on this diaper. I think that might make a huge difference in a snug fit 🙂