WeeSheep

I'm in the US and don't know anyone who has used cloth diapers. I have done research but I'm looking for personal experiences. I would love to hear what people like/dislike, types, fabrics, brands, etc.

Types I've found and my pro/con list:

All in one: used most similar to disposable. No prep necessary after wash/dry. Takes the longest to dry. Can't be put in the dryer, line dry only.

Cover: only used with fitted cloth diapers. Most difficult to put on because it's essentially two separate diapers to put on/take off. Cloth can be washed/dried in machine usually, cover is line dry only.

Snap liners: can only use liners with snaps from the same brand. Least amount of poop on cover because there is nothing between the liner and butt. Can reuse cover when soiled, but requires more time to remove liner and snap in new liner. Liners can be washed/dried, covers are line dry only.

Pockets: used with just about any liner. Cannot reuse cover once soiled, must be washed between used. Must be prepped with liners. Most similar to disposable for putting on/taking off. Liners can be washed/dried in machine, covers are line dry only.

Can covers be used with liners? If so, wouldn't the liners move around? Can they be used with anything other than a full fitted diaper?

I've asked a few other people online, so far everyone uses pockets due to ease of use while changing and easiest care for cleanup. I've heard covers with full fitted with best for heavy night wetters.

Has anyone used these before? Does anyone have suggestions or experience they can share?

I have a lot of dry clay I have saved to reuse. Most of it is in smaller pieces, I'm working my way to making it into powder. I'm thinking of getting a rock tumbler to make small batches of powder since most of the pieces are pretty small anyway.

Currently, i put the powder and sometimes granules into a bucket and pour white vinegar and very hot water over it, sometimes mixing immediately sometimes waiting for it to cool. I always let it rehydrate for at least a few days before drying on a plaster board.

Currently I mix the clay by folding and flattening, as this is easier than wedging for me. I'll wedge smaller pieces, but for these larger ones I'll pop the air bubbles and smooth it out. So far it's been ok but I'll sometimes have a bubble I missed until I am nearly done shaping on the wheel.

Does anyone have suggestions for how to decrease the air bubbles trapped from rehydrating? Would a vibrating paint mixer work?