Boiled wool is a wonderful, soft, durable fabric. It's from a traditional process of boiling and agitating knitted wool with soap to shrink and felt it, making it denser, more wind-proof, sturdier and sometimes even softer.
The wool used is Merino wool, a very fine wool fibre that's soft and springy and is not itchy at all to most skins. The Merino sheep usually thrives in mountainous areas at high altitudes and its wool is naturally brilliant at keeping the body comfortable at a wide range of temperatures.
All certified organic wool comes from sheep which have been farmed organically and with high animal welfare standards. At Cambridge Baby we always make sure that no wool comes from farms which practise mulesing.
Please note that under EU labelling regulations, stating the type of wool is not allowed, only a statement of "100% wool" or "new wool" is allowed. However, this garment is made from 100% organic Merino wool.
Disana's organic Merino wool is certified to GOTS organic standards by IMO. These standards are so high that even oils that lubricate knitting machines have to be analysed. Disana's whole garment (not just the yarn) is certified as organic, so that you can be assured that their dyes are baby-safe, eco-safe and that all cotton threads and finishes are natural too.
Wool (and thus Merino wool) has many benefits.
Merino wool is the wool of choice for baby and children's clothes, as well as for sportswear, because it's finer than most other wools. It's naturally springy (which makes it softer) and has a tight crimp, allowing it to trap more air, making clothing lighter as well as softer for the same excellent insulation.
Merino wool has also been proven to absorb UV across the whole range of the spectrum, giving excellent lightweight sun protection in the summer too.
"Have used it nearly every time we go out"
This was washed... not needed washing yet
This was worn by... New baby
Sizing: Feels true to size
I'd recommend this to a friend.
"As expected, another great piece of clothing. The boiled wool provides warmth without bulk, allowing more freedom of movement and less layering is required. It also gives protection against light rain so a winner all round!"
This was worn by... My youngest grandson
"It's very easy to use, baby feels comfy and warm in it. I have purchased one 2 years ago for the oldest one and sill using, just needed a spar one. Lovely colour."
This was worn by... One year old baby girl
Sizing: A little generous
"A lovely, durable piece of outerwear, suitable for when it's cold/temperate weather with good features (soft, lined hood, legs and sleeves that can be folded up/down, ability to close flaps over feet and hands for warmth). A bit too hot for warm weather."
This was worn by... A very active 8 month old
"Lovely, practical item. My baby wears this almost every day when we go out for a walk"
This was washed... HHavent tried washing it yet
This was worn by... My 13 month old
"Very versatile costume and love the red colour. Baby looks very dashing in it."
This was worn by... Baby 14 month old.
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