Merino Wool
Wool is the softest and most comfortable material that can be used for Car Seat Covers and Baby Buntings. Organic cotton flannel, unbleached cotton flannel and regular cotton flannel are choice backings for wool car seat covers and baby Buntings.
Wool car seat Covers swaddle baby in security and warmth. Therefore, Wool is a “choice” material in the construction of these covers because of its softness and insulating qualities. The outer cells of the fiber repel water while the inner cells absorb moisture. Wool is highly absorbent, and can retain up to 25 percent of its weight in moisture. As wool slowly absorbs moisture from the air, the cover becomes warmer to baby. Wool will take on a lot of moisture before it feels damp. It also dries slowly so as not to chill baby by drying too quickly. Because of Wool’s tendency to retain moisture, Wool is naturally flame-retardant.
Many of the synthetic fabrics and “fillers” used to make Car Seat Covers and Baby Buntings do not breathe. Over time they can emit toxic fumes during the aging process, thus posing respiratory and allergic reactions as well as asthma like symptoms.
Wool is a natural fiber and naturally hypoallergenic; as are the cottons used to back Car Seat Covers and Baby buntings. It helps keep the baby warmer in cool temperatures, and cooler in warmer temperatures. Plush Merino wool provides an extremely soft surface.
Cleaning Wool
The oil extracted from the leaves of the Australian Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia) is well known to be effective against dust mites, a cause of allergens for asthma sufferers, and particularly infants. Tea Tree Oil is also noted for its general beneficial qualities such as being a natural fungicide. It also helps in the healing of wounds and reduces skin irritation. Kookaburra Woolwash also works well for laundering bed linens and clothing for asthma sufferers where dust mite feces is a critical matter.
Good “Padding” Important for Infants
A good feel with a tad of pressure would deem the use of padding necessary for Baby Car Seats, High Chairs and Infant Rocking Seats. It would seem that proper “padding” would add more in the name of safety to car seats. Wool products will place a barrier between baby and the synthetic unknowns of the factory provided products.
The car manufacturer’s concerns are with the highest possible safety performance of the car seat for baby’s safety, not the health concerns that may be posed by the liners used to soften the hard plastic of such baby accessories. Because synthetics have only come about in the last century or so, the mother’s of yesterday had little concern in the products they purchased for baby. Today’s moms must research and take full responsibility for understanding the products that come in contact with their baby.
Give a Gift of Wool for Baby
A gift of wool for baby whether it is a Car Seat Cover, a Bunting or a Wool Fleece Blanket is a gift of quality. The next time you are purchasing a baby gift consider making it something wool!
Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as baby car seat covers at http://www.jansbedding.com.
New Zealand Merino Wool
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Armani Collezioni DK GRN Ribbed Merino Wool Tnk Top 6 $22.50 |
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Super Merino-10 balls of 35% Acrylic+65% Wool Yarn $9.99 |
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*ANN TAYLOR* Women’s Black/Gray Merino Wool Sweater S $8.99 |
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MERINO wool hand knit/made cloth diaper soaker cover S $14.40 |
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NEW baby 100% merino wool knit/knitted socks 4 1/2 inch $7.70 |
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Green Emb Merino Wool JONES NEW YORK Cardigan Sweater S $19.00 |
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$795 DALE DRESSIN MERINO WOOL SWING COAT BLACK COAT 4 $259.00 |
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NWT DKNY Merino Wool SWEATER – Size M $160 $79.00 |
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DANA BUCHMAN Pink Black Patchwork Merino Wool Sweater S $12.99 |
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CHARTER CLUB COBALT FELTED MERINO WOOL JACKET XL $7.99 |
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NWT EILEEN FISHER Green Fine Merino Wool Shell Top 1X $69.99 |
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NWT EILEEN FISHER Fine Merino Wool Cardigan Twin Set 1X $109.99 |
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NWT EILEEN FISHER Charcoal Gray Merino Wool Jacket XL $89.99 |
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NWT EILEEN FISHER Aqua Merino Links Wool Cami Shell 1X $49.99 |
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NWT EILEEN FISHER Purple Merino Links Wool Cami Tank 2X $59.99 |
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NWT EILEEN FISHER Gray Fine Merino Wool Tunic Top L $79.99 |
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Fabulous TALBOTS sweater – Pure Merino Wool – Red – XL $9.99 |
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L Eileen Fisher Peony Merino Wool V Neck Crossover Top $64.99 |
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New BANANA REPUBLIC Maroon Crop Merino Wool Cardigan XL $19.50 |
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VERSACE CLASSIC Black Merino Wool Sweater Dress 50 L $19.50 |
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$275 DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Black merino wool dress Sm $54.99 |
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EXPRESS BLUE MERINO WOOL ANGORA RABBIT HAIR SWEATER XS $9.99 |
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Urban Wool Merino Flannel Panel Skirt, Sz 16, NWOT $21.99 |
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Urban Wool Merino Flannel Four Button Blazer Sz 16 NWOT $19.99 |
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Cashmere wool scraf for women or men EXTRA FINE MERINO $17.99 |
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Brooks Brothers Merino Wool Brown Pullover EXC XL $24.99 |
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346 Brooks Brothers Extra Fine Merino Wool Sweater L $7.99 |
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Women’s GAP Merino Wool Turtle-Neck Sweater Sz Med $3.99 |
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NWT JANE JUSTIN PRETTY PINK CARDIGAN MERINO WOOL SIZE L $1.99 |
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NEW CLAM ICE ARMOR BASE LAYER MERINO WOOL TOP SHIRT L $53.99 |
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ANNE TAYLOR MERINO WOOL BROWN SWEATER SHELL TOP XS RARE $9.99 |
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DKNY Black Merino Wool Knit Sweater Pullover S $24.99 |
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john ashford extra fine merino wool made in italy polo $19.99 |
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ANN TAYLOR Black MERINO WOOL Turtleneck Sweater S 4 6 $9.95 |
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Mens Kirkland Merino Wool V Neck L/S Sweater Brown XL $14.99 |
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J. Crew Black Merino Straight Wool Career Skirt 4 EUC $29.47 |
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Mens Kirkland Merino Wool V Neck L/S Sweater Medium M $14.99 |
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$228 JOSEPH ABBOUD Merino Wool V Neck Sweater S EU 48 $49.99 |
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$228 JOSEPH ABBOUD Merino Wool V Neck Sweater L EU 52 $49.99 |
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NWOT WOMENS ITALIAN MERINO WOOL ARGYLE SWEATER M – NEW $8.99 |
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J Crew women’s merino wool sweater black cream Med LN $6.99 |
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BANANA REPUBLIC MERINO WOOL ZIP-UP SWEATER SIZE M $24.00 |
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NEW ENZO MANTOVANI MERINO WOOL V-NECK SWEATER SIZE M $44.00 |
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NEW BCBG BLACK MERINO WOOL SEQUIN SNAP-BUTTON SWEATER S $39.95 |
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Eileen Fisher Slate Blue Merino Wool Open Cardigan XS $24.99 |
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ANN TAYLOR 100% MERINO WOOL CLASSIC SWEATER~SZ SM $24.99 |
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LAURA ASHLEY MERINO WOOL SWEATER, MEDIUM, NWOT $9.99 |
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LOT Vintage Yarns Patons Bernat Merino Wool 5+ Skeins $5.00 |
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Swobo Merino Wool 6 Panel Beanie Black Cycling Hat Kids $6.99 |
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Ashworth Golf Mens Merino Wool Jumper Sweater S $30.99 |
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Merino Wool ‘Midnight Garden’ Embroidered Shawl (India) $33.99 Cozy 100-percent merino wool woven and embroidered shawl is lightweight but warmElegant women’s accessory is a wondrous mix of muted purples, greens and turquoiseWrap measures 27 inches x 70 inches |
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CH Classics Men’s 100% Merino Wool Cardigan $65.99 This luxurious cardigan from CH Classics features merino wool construction in black with contrasting olive green tipping. Long sleeves and button front closure complete this classic cardigan. |
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Merino Wool Multicolor Pleated Ovals Shawl (India) $33.99 Cozy 100-percent merino wool pleated shawl is lightweight but warmElegant women’s accessory has multicolor oval motifsWrap has richly varied colors from muted greens to brighter reds and yellows to delicious blues |
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I LEVRIERI Extra Fine Italian Merino Wool Turtleneck $43.99 Add luxury to your cool weather clothing with a merino wool sweaterThis women’s turtleneck sweater is made of extra fine 24-gauge merino woolTurtleneck has a ribbed neck and long sleeves |
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Turquoise Stripped Ruffle Merino Wool Shawl (India) $34.99 Update your look with a turquoise stripped ruffle shawl made from merino woolHandmade shawl is a unique accessory to complement any outfitWrap measures 90 inches long x 24 inches wide |
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Mediterranean Merino Wool Evening Shawl (India) $42.99 This dreamy shawl has a very soft hand and a lot of look. Handcrafted shawl is perfect for an evening on the Mediterranean. Shawl features floral pattern in colors of purple, magenta and green. |
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Belford Men’s Merino Wool Mock Neck Sweater $36.99 Men’s sweater features a mock turtleneck designBelford men’s knit sweater is made from warm woolLong-sleeve sweater is perfect for keeping warm in cool weather |
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Smart Socks Olive Merino Wool Crew Hiking Socks (Pack of 3) $26.49 Smart Sock Crew Hiking Socks made from merino wool and reinforced spandexMen’s sport clothing has an arch-supported, fully cushioned comfort fitSocks have ‘wick dry’ to keeps your feet happy in any and all conditions |
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Belford Men’s Merino Wool V-neck Sweater $44.99 Featuring a V-neck, this long-sleeve Belford sweater completes any ensemble. This sweater is constructed from extra-fine merino wool for exceptional comfort. |
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Merino Wool Blend Black ‘Ruffles’ Yarn $5.29 This wonderful tape yarn from Lion Brand offers endless creative possibilitiesUsing special knitting and crochet techniques, this yarn transforms into rufflesThis skein of yarn contains 1 1/2 ounces (50 grams), or 21 yards |
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Kenyon Men’s Short-sleeve Australian Merino Wool Shirt $35.99 This performance base layer from Kenyon is finer and softer than most other wools. This men’s athletic clothing comes in sand and black color options. |
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Toscano Men’s 1/4-zip Merino Wool Blend Sweater $58.99 Stay warm in style with a Toscano mock turtleneck sweaterMen’s clothing is perfect for almost any occasionLuxurious sweater is made of merino wool |
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Belford Men’s Merino Wool Mock Neck Sweater $39.99 With its ribbed mock neck and wool construction, this Belford pullover sweater sets a new standard for menswear. This sweater is woven from extra-fine merino wool. |
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Toscano Men’s Merino Wool V-neck Sweater $59.99 This luxurious v-neck sweater from Toscano features a merino wool construction with contrasting grey tipping. Long sleeves and an extravagant construction complete this stately sweater. |
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Smart Socks Cushioned Merino Wool Fog Ski Socks (Pack of 3 Pair) $25.99 Smart Skiing Merino Wool Ski Sock is the ultimate in comfort, warmth and performance on the slopesMen’s Smart Socks outdoor wear is designed to be worn under ski or snowboard bootsSold as a pack of three (3) pair of ski socks |
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Toscano Men’s Merino Wool Crewneck Sweater $59.99 This luxurious crewneck sweater from Toscano features a merino wool construction with contrasting grey tipping. Long sleeves and an extravagant construction complete this stately sweater. |
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Toscano Men’s Merino Wool Crewneck Sweater $59.99 This luxurious crewneck sweater from Toscano features a merino wool construction with contrasting grey tipping. Long sleeves and an extravagant construction complete this stately sweater. |
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Smart Socks Black Cushioned Merino Wool Ski Socks (Pack of 3) $24.69 Stay warm on the slopes with these Smart ski socksSnow socks come in a pack of three pairsComfortable and warm, these socks are designed for high performance on the slopes |
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Merino Wool Diamond Motif Shawl (India) $34.99 Shawl makes a bold statement in black and white diamond patternsWomen’s fashion accessory measures a substantial 27 inches wide x 72 inches longElegant wrap is crafted of 100-percent merino wool |
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Smart Socks Tan Merino Wool Crew Hiking Socks (Pack of 3) $31.99 Smart Sock Crew Hiking Socks are made from fine merino wool and spandex reinforcedMen’s sport clothing has an arch-supported, fully cushioned comfort fitSocks wick dry and keeps your feet happy in any and all conditions |
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