How Do You Make A Baby Sling Without Sewing?
Carrying small babies in a sling is a way to keep them near while leaving hands free to perform tasks. However, purchasing a commercial baby sling can get expensive. This homemade baby sling, which is appropriate for an infant weighing no more than 20 pounds, can be created at home from nothing more than fabric and metal rings. This sling requires no sewing, making it a snap to assemble. Step 1 Smooth the fabric out on a flat surface. You’ll want to use a heavier, non-cotton fabric for this project because the material needs to be woven in a complex pattern from fibers strong to support the weight of the baby. Good choices include a light denim, linen, twill or fabric blend that weighs between 6 and 9 ounces per yard. Step 2 Measure and cut the material into a rectangle that measures 30 inches wide and 100 inches long. Step 3 Stack the rings on top of each other. When purchasing rings for this project, it’s important to buy solid aluminum rings that are weight-tested for slings. Do not
