One-layer ring sling
for sturdy fabrics without a "wrong" side
Reversible sling 1
for two fabrics of the same weight
Reversible sling 2
for two fabrics of differing weights
Reversible sling 3
for two lightweight layers
Reversible sling with "rails"
for 45" wide prints and coordinates
Sewn-in pleats
for polar fleece and other thick fabrics
No-Sew sling
for short wraps and other appropriate pieces of fabric
other shoulder styles
because pleats are not the only way to make a sling!
illustrated with line drawings
Crocheted hip-carrier/pouch --
not great for tiny
babies, but terrific for babies who can hold up their heads. More an experiment
than anything completely useful; I recommend a fabric carrier for more than 30-minute
periods.
Korean Podaegi
An Asian carrer with a single long strap -- this version is for a wide podaegi;
I hope to have ones for narrow later.
Basic Mei Tai
colloquially known as ABC, Asian Baby Carrier, Kozy (which
is a brand name, and a great carrier), a mei tai can be used in many different
ways, depending on the baby's age.
Beth's
"Man Tai"
Beth's great directions, hosted here.
Kimber's "Ball Baby Overall" mei tai
Kimber's directions, hosted here
Sarah's "Frankenkozy"
Sarah's directions,
hosted here.
Mei tai strap bag: A
handy little bag that slides onto the strap of your mei tai.
Ring-Wrap:
I wanted a wrap that was easy to use, without too much excess
fabric, and this is incredibly easy to sew as well! Try one and let me know what
you think! This version has the rings sewn in.
Convertible Ring-Wrap:
rings are held in place
with snaps. Can be used as a ring-wrap, ring sling, and regular wrap, and has
an easy-to-find center because of the snap flaps.
Note: I no longer really recommend ringed wraps, at least ones that take any work. You can use a scrunchie to hold the rings in place on a regular wrap, which is far more versitile and, once you've got the hang of it, easy enough to use.
Fabric and Rings
FAQ
Please read before buying fabric or rings to sew a sling!
Inset pocket (works well with 2-layer sling or sling with accent, below)
Tail accent (for a little flair on a plain sling)
Adding padding and/or a shoulder accent to an unpadded sling (retrofit)
Doll sling:
a child's play sling (not meant to be weight-bearing!)
If you're making ring slings as a gift, be sure to enclose some wearing directions. These are not for use in slings you sell, only for gifts!
Hemming
foot tutorial: I use a
hemming foot on nearly all the slings I sew, and this is how I do it.
MayaWrap;
padded
sling (600K PDF); Sling-A-Ma-Bob;
Sling
Me Mommy;
UpMama!
adjustable pouch sling;
Didymos
pattern (in German); another method for sewing pleats
Wear Your Baby directions;
Karma Baby; Stand and Deliver padded pouch
Legs-Out Small Body MT
Mae's interchangeable panel Mei Tai, Olivia's Scandi-style MT, Chelsea and Shira's soft-structured carrier, Brooke's hood/headrest mei tai; Leslie's Onbuhimo; Lunamoth Mama's Mei Tai; Veronica's mei tai (with paper pattern); Stacy's Stylin' mei tai
WearYourBaby.com has extensive information on using a SPOC (simple piece of cloth) to wear your baby in dozens of different ways.
Babywearing Resources from Thriving Babies
the BabyWearer: mecca to all babywearing fans!
Here's a great tutorial on making zippered pouches
Becca's Sleep Sack
Adding
gussets to cloth diapers
Fabric
diaper case
