Question concerning core

[sewingmisfit]

I've finished all the pads I cut and prepped the materials for in my last post. I'll probably post a picture tomorrow if I have time. What I was really wondering, though, has anyone used just plain flannel for the core and how did that work out for them? I have some less than pristine, though still pretty, flannel that I've cut tops out of and I

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[delqc]

I make my pads pocket style with terry cotton on top and a flannel absorbent layer in the middle. I make an insert of two squares of flannel zig-zagged together, and then fold it into thirds and insert into the pad. The bottom of the pad is also flannel or jersey cotton, so overall I have one layer terry, and 6-7 layers of flannel. I have a very, very heavy period, and generally a pad like this lasts 4-5 hours on a heavy heavy day. I also used similar pads for post-partum bleeding with a lot of success. I remove the insert to wash, and it makes them go much faster through the washer and dryer. The flannel insert also (IMHO) makes for a thinner pad than using terry cloth or hemp fleece for an insert.

So yes, flannel can totally work for a core. I've frequently used recycled flannel from things like old pillowcases, pyjamas, or receiving blankets, and I do prefer that since as listed above it is already super soft and absorbent. "New" flannel can be very stiff and inflexible and uncomfy. So totally use whatever old stuff you have around and I'm sure it will be great. :)

[sewingmisfit]

Thank you very much for the feedback. :)