Up-cycled Wool Covers

Ok you are a crafty lady, (or gent) you have done your homework, you really want to try wool. You have read how amazing it is, and figure why pay that kind of money for something you can make? And let me tell you making your own wool covers is a great way to save money. You can use old sweaters laying about, something dear you accidently felted or wonderful finds from the local thrift store, just make sure it is 100% wool. And best of all using wool covers you only need maybe 6 total. And they only need washed when soiled or if they begin to smell. Meaning you can use it, hang it to air dry, use another, repeat and with 6 you can switch between 3 always having 3 clean. Now when you wash you must hand wash and they take longer to dry, but with all the benefits I think they are worth it!

Not convinced? Here is a great blog on why wool. http://www.stacymakescents.com/wool-the-other-diaper-cover

So where to start?
I have scoured the web looking for some great tutorials for you to get started on your own.

Great step by step tutorial. http://scrimplythrifty.wordpress.com/2011/02/28/diy-wool-diaper-soakers/

Another really great one. http://wheybeyondthenakedtruth.com/2013/06/14/diy-wool-diaper-soakers/

And a great tut on longies. http://thevagabondstudio.com/2012/02/wool-diapers-and-recycled-longie-tutorial.html

The web is of course full of many more if you want to go dig further, this is simply a starting point for you.

A couple of fiber pointers. Make sure you use 100% wool always. I suggest worsted or heavier weight. You want a tight enough knit fabric you don;t have leaks. The idea is the fibers fluff together and forma  moisture barrier.

Follow our washing instructions for caring for and keeping your wool covers water proof.
http://clothbumsblog.blogspot.com/2013/09/washing-series-hand-washing.html