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. The organic status refers to all stages of manufaturing process from harvesting of the raw materials, through environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing up to labeling in order to provide a credible assurance to the end consumer.
Wool (and thus Merino wool) has many benefits including being anti-bacterial and allowing the body to regulate its own temperature. See the blog for more details.
Organic cotton is grown without the use of chemical fertilisers. The reduced processing of the cotton also results in a longer-staple, higher quality cotton that is softer on your skin.
Included in the organic certification are standards that ensure the welfare of those involved in the farming and production of the clothing, so that you can be assured that nobody has been exploited along the way.
You will feel the difference in quality when you touch organic cotton - it's something that gives us pleasure to handle here at Cambridge Baby, and you know that it's safe for your baby and gentle and nurturing for your family.
Reiff's organic Merino wool with cotton lining items must be washed with care. Relax recommends hand washing in cold water that is less than 10oc.
Use a detergent designed for wool which protects and repenishes wool's natural oils as sold in our fabric care category here.
To hand wash, dilute your wool detergent in a bowl.
Add your wool with organic lining garments to the bowl, gently stirring and squeezing the detergent through. Rinse using cold water
To dry, gently squeeze water out and wrap your wool clothes in a towel to remove the excess water. Air-dry naturally avoiding direct heat. So, hanging on a drying rack over the bath is good, or on a clothes horse.
This was washed... not needed washing yet
Sizing: A little generous
I'd recommend this to a friend.
"We used it for the whole winter last year and will get another winter out of it this year. The lining wasn't as i expected, it was knitted cotton but it didn't itch or scratch. My little one kept it on all the time too. Great idea. love it!"
This was washed... washed fine
This was worn by... my energetic 2-3 year old
Sizing: Feels true to size
"The best winter hat we have found. It's our second one. Wash well, stay well on your little one's head. Very warm and pretty."
This was washed... had to be careful
This was worn by... My little girl since she was born
Sizing: A little small
"I cannot tell you how much I love this hat!! I got the red/orange for my little boy age 10 months. It fits beautifully yet has plenty of stretch to grow into. Lovely merino wool and keeps him warm on our long walks. Perfect for babies who pull hats off constantly!"
This was worn by... Boy at 1
"These are just brilliant, the cotton on the inside makes sure they are not in the least itchy. My twin boys have worn these since their second winter, a very cold one in Sweden! Great for being active in the snow as they will not slip off and they protect the neck from drafts and snow sneaking into overalls. Only drawback is you have to be careful washing them! Having put them through a gentle wool wash the boys' restarted them on a hot wash! Not good. The replacements have lasted well through two winters."
This was washed... My children shrunk them!
This was worn by... Outdoorsy twin boys aged 4
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