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How to Make a Diaper Cake for the Holidays

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Like most people, this time of year with Thanksgiving and Christmas approaching is one of my favorites! I love everything about the holiday season from the delicious aroma of turkey and pumpkin pie that fills a room to the seasonal decorations popping up from house to house. But one of my favorite memories of the holidays is getting together with family — because that’s truly what the holidays are all about.

holiday diaper cake fbAs a Latina, getting together with family is everything. Whether it’s gathering for a feast or special occasion, it’s a chance to reconnect with loved ones, share a delicious meal and watch the little ones play together….because these days there are many of them. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers running all around and making every moment even more special.

And because most family members are traveling from near and far when getting together for the holidays, it’s important to make them feel extremely welcome.

As a mother, one thing I know that is super important when it comes to accommodating family is making sure they have everything they need in stock so they don’t have to run out in the cold to pick anything up. Things like extra paper products and diapers can make a big difference.

So as I prepare for the upcoming get togethers, I’m making sure I have plenty diapers on hand. On a recent trip to BJ’s Wholesale Club, I was able to stock up on Huggies. With an assortment of products including Kimberly Clark’s, they make prepping for the holidays a breeze. BJs is currently having a special offering 60-day free membership for all who sign-up here!

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I thought it would be even more fun and welcoming for my family to add a little holiday twist to our typical diaper station with a festive diaper cake! This way the house shows a little holiday spirit and my guests can feel free to grab a diaper as needed.

Related: DIY Candy Cane Wreath & DIY Snow Globe

How to Make a Diaper Cake: Diaper cakes are a fun way to present and decorate your diapers. Fun for baby showers or holiday parties!

Diaper Cake Tutorial

1. To start, make sure you have all the necessary materials handy. This includes:

  • 14 or 16 inch cardboard cake tray
  • Glue gun
  • Paper towel roll
  • Mini rubber bands
  • Colorful ribbon or other embellishments
  • 40-60 diapers
  • Cake topper (faux flowers)

diaper cake how-to

2. Next, hot glue the paper towel roll to the center of the cake tray.

diaper cake tray

3. Once secure, beginning rolling your diapers. Use a rubber band to secure the diaper rolls.

4. Begin laying out your diaper rolls in position. Secure with a white balloon ribbon to ensure they stay in place. You can then remove the rubber bands.

diaper rolls for cakeSince I went with a 3-tier cake, I needed plenty of diapers. I  used 6 diapers to compose the center row of the first layer, then 13, then 16. For the middle layer, I used 6 diapers again for the center and then 13 for the outer layer. For the top layer, I used 6 diapers.

5. Repeat step 4 for the next two layers.diaper cake6. Embellish the diaper cake with colorful festive ribbons. I used a glitter candy cane pattern and then added another green ribbon and pom poms for some more pizzaz.

diaper cake holiday

7. I topped off the cake with some faux flowers — poinsettia to bring out the holiday spirit even more!

I love how it turned out and can’t wait to share with my family!

diaper cake front

Click here to see how others are preparing for their families this holiday!

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Interested in more DIY projects for the holidays?  Check out some fun ideas below!

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You can also connect with us on Pinterest for year-long project ideas!

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How are you preparing to welcome family this holiday season? Have you ever made a diaper cake?

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Ana @ Mommy's Bundle

Ana, a mom to three rambunctious little boys, has supported hundreds of thousands of women throughout their pregnancy and motherhood journey since 2012 as a blogger and maternal health advocate at MommysBundle.com.

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  1. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    November 12, 2015 at 12:04 am

    Love this idea. My grand baby is due in Feb. Nothing like an early gift for the parents. Pinned for later.
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    • Ana says

      November 12, 2015 at 4:38 pm

      Thanks Theresa!
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  2. Kristen from Practical Mommy says

    November 12, 2015 at 1:06 pm

    I love this! You always think of doing these for a baby shower, but the holidays are another perfect time. It looks a lot easier than I expected too 🙂
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    • Ana says

      November 12, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      Yes, I totally agree. While I think they are great for baby showers, you can often overlook how easy diaper cakes can be used for various other special occasions and family gatherings!

      Reply
  3. Joyce @ My Stay At Home Adventures says

    November 12, 2015 at 1:40 pm

    I love this tutorial because I am a very visual person. I have been trying to make a diaper cake for quite sometime and this tutorial makes it simple to create. Thank you!
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    • Ana says

      November 12, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      Glad you enjoyed the tutorial Joyce :)!

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  4. Kimberly Cox says

    November 12, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    These always look so impressive. Thanks for sharing.
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  5. Tessa says

    November 12, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    A diaper station turned diaper cake for guests during the holidays … this is probably one of THE most awesome ideas I’ve stumbled across. I can’t say this often, but I legit never would’ve thought of this on my own. Next time I’m in Sam’s Club, I’m grabbing a box to do this for our guests this weekend. And considering passing along your idea and blogging about it. I can’t get over how cute this is! Thanks for the idea and post 🙂
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  6. deanna says

    November 12, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    What a fun idea! This is a great gift idea for a baby shower!
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  7. Lauren says

    November 12, 2015 at 9:08 pm

    This is so cute! I just made my first ever diaper cake for a baby shower so now I am a pro! (HA!)
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  8. Jesenia says

    November 13, 2015 at 12:40 am

    What a cute diaper cake! I love this idea for family members with little ones. Thanks for sharing! #client

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  9. twitchetts.com says

    November 13, 2015 at 1:24 pm

    I have always wondered how to make one of these… I would always ask someone else to do it for showers, but I think I can handle it!! I love the holiday spin on this one 🙂
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  10. Cindy C says

    November 13, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    Diaper cakes are so cute! Now I have a good idea how to make one, thanks! I know what to do for my next preggo friend lol.

    http://www.HometownQueenBee.blogspot.com

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  11. Stefanie / The Monarch Mommy says

    November 13, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    I’ve always wondered how people made these! I love the festive touch!

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  12. Alana says

    November 14, 2015 at 2:11 am

    I had no idea you could actually MAKE these! HOW cool!!! I love how integral family is to Latino cultures. It’s enviable <3
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  13. brittany says

    December 10, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    I may have to try this but take it somewhere that can get it for someone in need or to the baby’s that get abandoned!! I might throw in some clothes and necessitiesto go with it!!t

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