Amanda's carrier

I custom-made an x-sling with infant sash for my friend Amanda. She'd told me that her nursery was going to be water-themed with goldfish, that she loved blue and orange, and would like the carrier to match. My mind immediately went to a Japanese-inspired look and I bought some imported indigo-dyed Japanese cotton fabric, paired with a little peach and white floral print, and a dark tangerine sash. I love the way it came out. At 18-months, Aaron is a bit big for an x-sling, but he was still willing to help out and be my model :)

More cape-y goodness

I've only made a handful of baby carriers lately. The one I donated to the Holistic Moms Network for their annual conference seems to have been a big hit, so I made a few more from that gorgeous bamboo/linen blend. It has such a wonderful sheen and softness to it. I really wish I'd saved some of that fabric for me. Oh well. Such is life, and we all know I have enough carriers as it is (but really, what's just one more? :)



The economy seems to be demanding superheros, so most of my work time has been dedicated to creating capes for our little heros, one at a time (or two or three).

International Babywearing Week

International Babywearing Week is coming up next week. In honor of the occasion, all baby carriers in my shop are 20% off -- all mei tais, x-slings, wraps, and Cuddles for Kids doll carriers too. Both in-stock and custom orders are included. Just put "IBW" in the comments section when you order and wait for an updated invoice before paying. Happy shopping!

Demonstration Videos

I now fully understand what actors mean when they say working with children and pets is difficult! Heck, just working with myself was difficult! There is video now, however, demonstrating how to use a Cashmere Cuddles X-sling:



And for the X-sling with leg gussets:

New Things in the Shop

At the suggestion of my friend Zoie, who's due to have her second baby any day now ("easy labor vibes," Zoie!), I've started making doll carriers for kids too. It's an X-sling scaled down to kid-sized and has been really well received so far.

Here's Ryan modeling the one I made for the raffle at his playgroup's first anniversary party:




Cashmere Cuddles at etsy.com

About the Shop

Cashmere Cuddles are stylish, mom-made X-sling baby carriers available in a variety of fabrics from cashmere to cotton, and showcasing eco-friendly fabric like organic cotton and bamboo.



Why choose an X-sling (x-shape or "obi" style) carrier?
• Easy on and off
• No buckles, rings, or complicated ties
• Wide straps evenly distribute baby’s weight
• Ergonomic “legs up” position for baby, especially with the optional leg gussets
• Folds down small, not much bigger than a cloth diaper.


Organic cotton in chocolate brown with cashmere/silk blend accents in light blue



Cashmere Cuddles carriers have the look of a wrap, but the convenience of a soft-structure carrier without the hassle of buckles, rings, or complicated ties. The carrier slips over your head easily and snugs your body. Just slide your baby in from the top and you are ready to go. The criss-cross construction evenly distributes your baby's weight across your shoulders and back and cradles your baby close to your heart. This unique x-shape allows your baby to be carried inward-facing, in a good ergonomic position with his or her weight distributed across the sit bones, rather than the spine. A separate obi sash is tied around and under your baby to give additional support and stability. The carrier can be altered for larger babies with the addition of leg gussets and an adjustable accent piece. See the policies section for details.

X-slings are designed for younger babies. They can be altered to support a larger baby by adding gussets at the leg openings, to keep their legs from dangling, and with an adjustable accent piece that can be lowered while one places the baby in the carrier and then tied into position.

Most users should be able to carry up to 20-25 pounds comfortably.



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