The Jewelled SilkTM Sling

 

The crème-de-la-crème, the truly extraordinary, this is the world's most exclusive baby sling! (And yes, you deserve it, after that hard labour!)

This is for the really fancy-schmancy outings with your little one in arms, and is what we like to refer to as "part ballgown, part baby-carrier." This is the one that celebrity slingers prefer! Introduced in the spring of 2003, we were the first sling-maker anywhere in the world to offer luxury, hand-beaded silk slings that are to be treated as much as a piece of jewellery as baby gear. Other sling-makers out there have tried to imitate it since, but won't easily duplicate it! This is the original hand-beaded, jewelled sling.

We start off with our usual, high-quality, 100% silk dupioni in a brilliant, shimmery solid colour, and then line it with a second lovely layer of dupioni, for contrast. This light silk is the ultimate in comfort, yet still strong enough to tote around a 30-lb./14-kg. toddler. Now, here's where we set ourselves apart: We hand-bead a panel on top of the shoulder with semi-precious crystals and stones in one of three gorgeous designs. The stones catch light in a certain way, and all of a sudden, all eyes are upon you. (We've had strangers get up from their dinner table across a restaurant just to come compliment us with this one on!)

These slings are completely custom-ordered, and no two are exactly alike! You choose:

  • the colours of silk dupioni: one for the outside, one for the inside lining
  • the beading design: “Floral”, “Dragonflies”, or “Sprinkling”;
  • and your choice of crystals or stones. We've worked with such items as genuine Swarovski crystals (our favourite); freshwater pearls (of many hues, not just the usual white); sterling silver; aquamarine; cubic zirconia, etc..

Prices vary, from $300 to $700 CAD (told you it was luxury!).
Because of the highly customisable nature of this item, most will be ordered directly from our on-line store, although some retailers can special-order this in for you. Please  for a price quote on your sling project, or to find participating retailers.

Below are just a few of the Jewelled Silk slings that we've made for past customers.
Actual colours may not be as shown, depending on your monitor settings.

"Dragonflies" design in Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls, and sterling silver, on "Icy Lavender" silk dupioni












"Dragonflies" design in Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls, and sterling silver, on "Black" silk dupioni with "Fuchsia" lining



"Floral" design in Swarovski crystals (of clear and Aurora Borealis finishes), freshwater pearls, and sterling silver, on "Chocolate" silk dupioni with "Carnation" lining











"Sprinkling" design in Swarovski crystals, aquamarine, and sterling silver, on "Teal" silk dupioni



"Floral" design on Red silk dupioni, with matching Mobile PocketTM

* These slings are hand-wash only. *

** Although these beads have been securely, individually knotted, please be aware of your child's movements.
Treat these slings like a beaded garment that you would wear around your child, not a toy. **

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My son (then 6 months) LOVED IT!!! He is now over 2 and still brings me his sling when he wants a walk or some cuddle time. It is the most comfortable baby carrier I have ever worn and we got three well-known brands as gifts. I have used our cxd baby sling exclusively since we bought it. Our son is soothed immediately when he's in it and is happy in it for hours—even now as a busy toddler. Our second baby is due in June and I can't WAIT to get to enjoy slinging time with my precious newborn. You provide a valuable service and a terrific product. Thanks so much for caring to spread the wonders of AP!!
—E.P., Oshawa ON

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