This fabric has undergone a mechanical, pollutant-free plasma treatment resulting in a garment that is machine washable at 30C on a wool cycle.
Merino wool is a kind of wool fibre that is very fine, 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.
Engel'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. With Engel, you can be assured that their dyes are baby-safe, eco-safe and that all cotton threads and finishes are natural too. All Engel's poppers are nickel-free.
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.
"I felt my one year old was maybe getting cold overnight so I ordered this to help with temperature regulation. It’s improved his sleep. Currently using it under cotton pjs but if it gets really chilly plan to layer under a wool onesie. Slim fitting which I like, but overall not the most generous sizing in arm or body length."
This was washed... not needed washing yet
This was worn by... My one year old in cloth nappies
Sizing: A little small
I'd recommend this to a friend.
"I bought this item in blue/white stripes and red/white stripes. They both look lovely. The material is thin and seems quite warm. My 16-month son wears them practically every day. I just put a cotton long sleeve t-shirt on top to protect them from the inevitable nursery spills and stains. I've washed one of them in the machine (wool cycle) and it was fine. My son is quite small and skinny and for once the bodies fit him well, without a big gap around the neck, so he's definitely snug in them!"
This was washed... washed fine
This was worn by... My active 16-month old
Sizing: Feels true to size
"Love the blue/white stripes with the red border and feels very warm. A little coarser than I thought it would be but still soft and feels warm for my baby. We are going to buy the next size up because we love it so much."
This was washed... had to be careful
This was worn by... 3 month old
"Wonderfully soft and cosy, great for layering."
This was worn by... My 2 year old
"Gave as present to a friend and looks gorgeous on her baby. Felt very soft. Got hibiscus/orange combo - retro look"
This was washed... Not sure
This was worn by... A wiggly 4 month old
"soft and keeps my baby warm day and night easy to put on washes easily as a woollen - it's been washed quite a few times now and still looks very good"
This was worn by... 10 months old
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