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- Easy Rider Baby Hip Carrier
- Sleep & Go: AWARD WINNING Baby Carrier
- Luxury Pink Lambskin Car Seat / Pram Liner
- Luxury Natural Lambskin Car Seat / Pram Liner
- NEW! Natural Lambskin Car Seat / Pram Liner
- AWARD WINNING Luxury Lambskin Baby Rug (Shorn)
- WhyCry Baby Crying Analyser
- Luxury Blue Lambskin Car Seat / Pram Liner
- Extra Large White Lambskin Baby Rug
- Long-Haired Natural Lambskin Baby Rug
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About Lambskins
There are many lambskin brands on the market, so what is the difference between them all?
The phrase "you get what you pay for" is truly relevant here. Lambskins come from a number of regions including Europe, South America, Australia and NZ. There are many different quality grades and many different breeds and also a number of ways to tan the skins and not all methods are for safe use with babies. Some skins come from lambs where the fibres are soft and fluffy and some from older sheep, which can be more wiry and rougher. Often the generic term "sheepskin" is used for both versions. It can be a little complicated!
At Gabe & Grace we ensure the following: that the skins we use are from "first" top grade Australian Merino lambs and tanned without any harsh chemicals.
With lambskins being such a "touchy feely" product, the main differrences between Gabe & Grace lambskins and other skins on the market is that Gabe & Grace lambskins are incredibly thicker and softer with a deeper, denser pile. The picture above is a side view showing the deep soft pile of the Gabe & Grace skin above and below it, the more curly, wiry appearance and rougher texture of another brand. We only allow top grade "first" skins through our doors and not the cheaper versions. They are certified for baby use and will last many years when cared for following the instructions below.
Another difference we make very clear in our descriptions is where a product is made from a full skin and therefore a premium product and where a product is made from pieces which is very often not the case with other suppliers. Where a product is made from pieces in the trade it is referred to as patchwork. The simplest way to check if a product is patchwork is to look on the reverse where the stitching will either be revealed or will be covered by a cotton backing. A full skin will be pure leather.
Unlike other brands currently available, at Gabe & Grace we ensure that our patchwork products are made from premium matching pieces and stitched so that the wool fibres are flowing in the same direction and the colour is uniform. This gives the liner for instance, the impression it is one piece and maintains the softness and depth of our premium product, whilst offering a great price.
Please note that decorative rugs are often not suitable for babies as they are tanned differently where formaldehyde and chrome may have been used. Always look out for baby safe tanning, good quality and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
I'VE SEEN SHEEPSKIN PRAM LINERS CHEAPER THAN THIS
Gabe & Grace LUXURY lambskin liners are cut from one piece of premium skin and are from lambs not sheep!. Be wary of the quality of cheaper versions, where they could be a lower grade. Question if they are manufactured from pieces of off cuts, that is, patchwork. We state where a product is patchwork, but have noticed that this is not the case with other suppliers, across the internet. Question if they are safely tanned and if they are from lambs or older sheep as this will impact on the feel / quality. We have also been awarded a SILVER in practical pre school awards for our super soft lambskin rug.
ARE GABE & GARCE LAMBSKINS ETHICALLY SOURCED?
Yes. The lambs are not just slaughtered for their skins, their meat enters the food chain.
WILL THE LINERS FIT MY PRAM / CAR SEAT?
Our luxury and standard liners are all cut to a generic size to fit most pushchairs and prams and car seat Group 0. The luxury liners have 8 slits to accommodate a 5 point harness and the standard liner has 7 which permits the side straps to be routed through side slits. The luxury liner will also fit seats with a 3 point harness if one of the top side slits is cut to allow the harness to come over the shoulder.
DOES THE WOOL COME AWAY / PILL? Gabe & Grace lambskins are top grade and clumps of wool will not come off the leather. HOWEVER what you will find on your new liners and rugs is that on the edges and in the slits on the liner, wool will come away where the skin has been cut. Simply brush thoroughly before first use to remove loose fibres. Regular brushing, shaking and plumping of the skin will keep it in good condition.
CAN THEY BE MACHINE WASHED?
YES: However, we recommend washing only when badly soiled as it can be wiped clean for spills. Lambskins are very hygienic and self cleaning!
ARE LAMBSKIN / SHEEPSKINS SAFE FOR BABIES?
Gabe & Grace lambskins are tanned using a process making them safe for babies: no formaldehyde, chrome or azos. They have been certified to the highest standards, otherwise we would not be selling them! We recommend that babies can lie directly on them when they are harnessed in. If used in beds or cots the lambskin should be covered with a sheet until baby is over the age of one.
Lambskins have many natural benefits which are indeed beneficial to babies. They provide much comfort and reassurance and research has shown that they can be beneficial to the sleep / feeding cycle of premature babies. FROM WHAT AGE CAN I USE IT?
The Gabe & Grace lambskin liner can be used from newborn as long as baby is harnessed in. If you wish to use it in the cot, we recommend the liner is placed under a sheet which is then tucked in so that baby cannot roll over onto it. We follow the national guidelines for safe sleep: that is making bedding simple. When baby is over age of one and is able to sit up, they can be placed directly on the lambskin in bed.
WARNING: Soft materials are generally not recommended as mattresses / mattress covers for infants under the age of one year. If used as bedding, it is recommended that children under the age of one are positioned on their backs and that the lambskin is covered with a sheet. Natural pilling with this product may occur where it has been cut. Brush before use.Check / shake regularly for any loose fibres which may occur naturally with this product. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the accompanying plastic bag out of the reach of babies and children.
Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 S.I. No 1324, Schedule 4 Part 1 and Schedule 5 Part 1.)
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
Washing By Hand:
Use a special shampoo wash for lambskin, and wash at 30 deg C. After washing, wring by hand and pull into shape. Dry with care, wool side up. Whilst drying, keep plumping and pulling into shape.
Caution:
Avoid placing in direct sunlight as this will damage the colour. Avoid placing on direct heat from radiators. Wash the lambskin on its own to avoid colour transfer from other items of washing.
Machine Wash:
Due to our special tanning process, machine wash is possible, following these instructions. Choose a programme for wool at 30 deg C. Only spin mildly. We strongly recommend the Lambskin Shampoo Wash available from Gabe & Grace / your local stockist, for hand or machine washing.
Tumble Drying:
Do not heat on a high heat setting – use an ironing dry setting. The leather side often remains very damp. Leave this to air dry naturally. Whilst drying in fresh air, keep plumping and pulling the lambskin into shape. After drying, brush the lambskin with a metal toothed comb or brush to help restore the wool to its soft, fluffy appearance.