I made the bib with beads years ago for my toddler grand. Easy to put on and long to cover his lap. He loved the fabric print of trucks so was happy to wear it. It has been washed in washer and dried every time he used it. I have used it on every grand since and made a few more. The beads are still the same as when I made it. No breakdown. I used quality fabric so no frays or rips with all the washing. I used the Fairfield Poly Pellets. I have some of the bibs in my car too. Grands and I sometimes have messy snacks in the car.