Cut batting in the exact width and length of the crib (I cut 2 pieces of batting to 52 1/2″ x 11″ and 2 pieces of batting to 26 1/2″ x 11″).
For all four sides of the crib bumper pads, pin the batting to the corresponding fabric layers with the fabric layers on bottom. You'll notice that the batting is 1/2″ shorter than the fabric layers. This is intentional to leave a 1/2″ seam on one end, which you will slip-stitch later.
For each of the crib bumper pads' four pieces, sew three sides with 1/4″ seams. Leave open the end where the fabric is 1/2″ longer than the batting.
Fold the 1/2″ seams in opposite directions (one over the batting and one underneath itself) and iron flat.
Sew the flattened ends.
Fold the sides of each tie into the center and iron flat.
Fold each tie in half length-wise and iron again.
Sew each tie with the smallest seam your sewing machine will allow.
Stitch ties onto the corners of each of the crib bumper pads' pieces.
Tie each piece onto the crib. Voila! While it's important to be aware of the expert opinions, it's best to use your own judgment about what works best for your family. What works for one child doesn't necessarily work for another, so you should keep an eye on your baby and be aware of when he or she may be too old for crib bumper pads and might start using them to hoist him or herself out of the crib. If nothing else, crib bumper pads complete the look of the nursery during the period when the baby is still sleeping in a cradle or bassinet.
Cut 16 strips in one of the fabric colors to 1″ x 23″. These will be the ties that attach each crib bumper pads piece to the crib.