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'Chinese Prefolds' vs. Fitted / 'Shaped' Nappies

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hub2dee · 04/05/2005 16:54

Hi all,

Was hoping for some experienced advice...

I've been e-mailing Erica at Simons Custom Cloth about her nappies and wraps - to learn more about how they're made and whether they might be good for our new (first) baby. Love the fabrics, prints, customisation options, design etc. etc. Gallery here.

She mentioned that although her nappies would give excellent containment for breastfed explosive poo, that for economy, it might be as wise to consider Chinese Prefolds (or 'Diaper Service Quality' as they're called in the States which are basically an elaboration on the flat Terry / muslin, but with much improved absorbency because they are 4 layered to the sides and 8 layered in the middle... you just fold them to make a rectangle, spread out the top if you need to, and pop into a wrap of some description.

I get the impressions loads of people use this, particularly in the States, as they're so effective and cheap - about $25 for twelve -that's just over a quid each ! 'Bummi Super Whisper Wrap' was suggested as a great, basic wrap too.

So.... I am specifically wondering if there are any experienced cloth users who have used 'Chinese Prefolds' (which isn't the same thing as a Terry done with a 'Chinese' origami fold, but in the same spirit IYSWIM), and fitted nappies (Tots Bots, Motherease, kissaluvs etc. etc. etc.)... do the prefolds leak more and give so much more grief that the more expensive fitted nappies are really worth it, or is it essentially all marketing elaboration (aside from cuteness factor - which I can still achieve with a wicked wrap ) ?

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hub2dee · 06/05/2005 22:37

Maisiemog: v. cute but can you buy them without the branding ? I have a kind of (major) mental allergy to logos (especially large).

gski: if you archive search my name and Miele or Bosch (in text) I suggested a couple of trade dealers to Twiglett I think in a thread a while back. If you / a mate run a business and are skilled in the art of blag you may be able to order these appliances at trade prices. I am not in the field, sorry.

Would that be a part-time teaching position, gski or full ? I hope the classes you take bring you loads of satisfaction. Brilliant area to be working in.

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KMS · 06/05/2005 22:57

Hub2Dee is Lambeth anywhere near you? (my london geography is useless!!)
See link for Real nappy week details in lambeth. May be able to see and feel nappies to your hearts content!!

hub2dee · 06/05/2005 23:25

KMS: I owe you !

It's not really very near at all (well, probably 10 miles but 1 hour IYSWIM) but it's probably worth knowing about and going to !

I'll check with WEN if there is anything further North, but thank you very much for telling me about this.

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giraffeski · 06/05/2005 23:35

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hub2dee · 06/05/2005 23:51

LOL @ sewing machine ! Sadly not. Although tbh...

... I think it would be kind of fun to make a few things.

but knowing the lazy sod that I am I'd buy a machine and make one duvet cover and then never use it again.

but thanks for the offer.

hmmm... appliances. Behave !

I wish you the very best with your teaching, and have no doubt that you will get in for your midwifery course.

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KMS · 06/05/2005 23:57

hub2dee - email Hen Boxer (email in the link) as she may know of something nearer you.

giraffeski · 06/05/2005 23:57

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hub2dee · 07/05/2005 00:09

KMS: will do. Thanks again.

Gski: ... erm, yes of course, hand blenders, kettles, erm... electronic digital scales, that sort of thing. .

I'll post on your profile... hang on...

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hub2dee · 07/05/2005 09:38

KMS - I mailed Hen. Also noticed there is a Nappy Event in Kew Retail Park 20th - 26th June. If anyone wants further info (on this or events all over the UK), it's detailed here . This would be easier for me to get to and also puts me near Kew, bubble99's nursery, the Palm Centre etc. etc.

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Maisiemog · 07/05/2005 13:23

Giraffeski (what is that name about???? )A giraffe that skis? A snowmobile for a giraffe? A giant pot of yoghurt for a giraffe?
Can I have the pattern??? Can I? Can I? I'll pay for the postage?!
I Have a sewing appliance.

giraffeski · 08/05/2005 08:48

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hub2dee · 08/05/2005 11:05

Yeah, but you haven't answered.

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giraffeski · 08/05/2005 11:20

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hub2dee · 08/05/2005 12:54

Yeah, clear like mud.

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giraffeski · 08/05/2005 13:09

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Maisiemog · 08/05/2005 14:00

Hi Giraffesurf Did you like that?! I don't know how to cat, it sounds a bit strange? I don't even know how to check a member profile.
Doh!
But I'm working on it and you should get a cat in the next 48 hours. I will need THAT long.

giraffeski · 08/05/2005 14:06

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Maisiemog · 08/05/2005 14:21

DONE!!! It was on this page all along.
See mums do have great brains, all this talk of being confused and dizzy...rubbish!!!!
Did you ever make a nappy with this pattern Giraffe? I hope you aren't going to say, "Yes, but it fell off and all the poo came out."

giraffeski · 08/05/2005 14:30

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Maisiemog · 08/05/2005 14:36

Well that can't have been much fun.

giraffeski · 08/05/2005 15:10

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hub2dee · 08/05/2005 16:50

hope you're in a better mood now, Ms. snapski.

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giraffeski · 08/05/2005 19:07

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hub2dee · 08/05/2005 20:11

Oh yeah, wot ya bin doin' ?

Are you working on the new house ?

Tell Mr. Nosey everything, Ms Highneck Highhorse.

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