Hi Penny,

I stiil use flats with my daughter occasionally & really like them - depending on the fold & how many washes they've had, terry flats can be VERY absorbant! They are an easy & very cheap option for cloth nappying, IMO.

As for covers, I have a couple PUL here too, but swear by Maz-a-licious fleece covers, they are just great & the way they are made means they fit over a big terry butt no problem.

Welcome to cloth & you know where to ask if you ever have any more questions!