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What Can You Do with a Size 7 Woven Wrap?

5/13/2013

This post will include all of the carries that you can do with your base size plus 1. If your base size is a 6, these carries will work with a size 7. If your base size is a 5, you'll be able to do all of these with a 6. If your base size is a 7, you'll be able to do all of these carries with a size 8.

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Size 6
Size 7

Double Hammock Tied Tibetan or with an added chestbelt

This video shows a tibetan tie and a sternum strap chestbelt, but you could add any chestbelt that you want to a double hammock.

Ruck Strap Chestbelt Variations

Any of the ruck strap variations could be added to a double hammock or to any back carry with ruck straps (such as Jordan's back carry, Giselle's back carry, back wrap cross carry with ruck straps, ruck, reinforced ruck, etc).

Taiwanese Carry

The Taiwanese carry looks very complicated, but it is actually pretty simple and quite comfortable. It has one short tail coming over the shoulder and all of the passes are made with the other tail. The long tail loops around the short tail for each pass. There are two rebozo passes and a horizontal pass. The carry is very similar to Jordan's back carry with two rebozo passes.

Wiggleproof Back Carry

"Wiggleproof" is a ruck variation with cross passes that begin under baby's leg and are spread up and over baby's back.

Back Wrap Cross Carry with Wiggle Proof Passes and a Sweetheart Neckline

This extra long variation on back wrap cross carry has wiggle proof passes and a double chest pass that looks like a sweetheart neckline.

With a size 7, you can also do Size 6 carries and most Size 5 carries without too much excess tail.

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What Can You Do with a Size 6 Woven Wrap?

5/13/2013

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Perhaps I should call this "what can you do with your base size?" Your base size is the size needed to do front wrap cross carry or double hammock. For an average sized person, their base size is a 6, which is typically around 4.6 meters long.

What you can do with a size 6 depends on your size, your baby's size, your wrapping skill, and your wrap. Thicker wraps tend to wrap shorter than thin wraps and in general the longer you've been wrapping, the more you'll be able to do because you'll wrap tighter and higher. The carries below are our best guess at what most people can do with a size 6. If you're very petite, you'll probably be able to do all of these and the size 7 carries. If you're fluffier or broad shouldered or chested, you might find you want a size 7 for some of these carries. For a really good idea of what you might be able to do check out this thread from thebabywearer where people have posted zillions of pics of carries they can do with a size 6.

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Size 6
Size 7

Front Wrap Cross Carry

Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC) is a comfortable front carry. Many people choose this as the first carry to learn because it teaches strand by strand tightening which is the key to successful wrapping. This video gives a great explanation of strand by strand tightening.

Front Cross Carry

Front Cross Carry (FCC) is a poppable front carry. The wrap can be pretied and baby popped in and out as needed. It's easy to adjust and to nurse in.

Front Double Hammock

Front Double Hammock is very similar to front cross carry except it has two rebozo passes rather than two cross passes. This variation is excellent for babies who like to lean and newborns who don't want their legs overspread.

Reinforced Kangaroo

Reinforced Kangaroo is an incredibly comfortable front carry which is especially nice with a sleepy baby because it is easy to lay baby down on the wrap.

Double Hammock

Double hammock is one of the most popular (and comfortable) back carries. This carry has a chest pass which supports much of baby's weight and is wonderful with a heavier baby.

Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S)

DRS2S is a comfy back carry which is similar to double hammock in support, but without the chest pass. This carry can be slightly airier in the summer.

You'll also be able to do all of the Size 5 carries and many of the size 4 carries without too much excess tail.

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What Can You Do with a Size 5 Woven Wrap?

5/13/2013

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Perhaps I should call this "what can you do with one size shorter than your base size?" All of the carries listed here would be great options if you have a wrap just slightly shorter than your base size. A base size wrap is typically the size needed to do a double hammock or front wrap cross carry.

Size five wraps are typically around 4.2 meters long. What you can do with a size 5 depends on your size, your baby's size, your wrapping skill, and your wrap. Thicker wraps tend to wrap shorter than thin wraps and in general the longer you've been wrapping, the more you'll be able to do because you'll wrap tighter and higher. The carries below are our best guess at what most people can do with a size 5. If you're petite, you'll probably be able to do all of these and the size 6 carries. If you're fluffier or broad shouldered or chested, you might prefer the size 4 carries. For a really good idea of what you might be able to do check out this thread from thebabywearer where people have posted zillions of pics of carries they can do with a size 5.

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Size 6
Size 7

Back Wrap Cross Carry with Crossed Straps

Back Wrap Cross Carry is a comfortable carry that works great with babies who
like to leg straighten. It's basically the same steps as Front Wrap Cross Carry, but with baby on your back. It's a naturally lower carry and works best with
toddlers and older babies.

Back Wrap Cross Carry with Ruck Straps

This variation of Back Wrap Cross Carry has Ruck Straps, which some people prefer over crossing the straps in the front. This can also be comfortable tied tibetan, but the tibetan tie takes a tad more length.

Back Wrap Cross Carry with a Chestbelt

This variation on Back Wrap Cross Carry starts with a halfknot chestbelt which can be a nice way to secure baby before starting the next step. Many people first learning back carries like this as a first back carry with an older baby or toddler.

Secure High Back Carry

Secure High Back Carry begins with a half knot chestbelt which allows you to secure baby before starting the next pass. Many people like this as a first back carry.

Jordan's Back Carry

Jordan's Back Carry is a very comfortable back carry that has ruck straps. This carry has a rebozo pass, Cross Pass, and Horizontal Pass.

Jordan's Back Carry with 2 Rebozo Passes

This variation on Jordan's Back Carry has Two rebozo passes and one horizontal pass. Some people prefer this variation because they feel it is more symmetrical.

Giselle's Back Carry

Giselle's Back Carry is very similar to Jordan's Back Carry. It has a rebozo pass, cross pass, and reinforcing cross pass. This carry is great for leg straighteners.

Christina's Ruckless Back Carry

Christina's Ruckless Back Carry is almost the same as Giselle's back carry (Rebozo Pass, Cross Pass, Reinforcing Pass) except it has a very comfortable chestbelt and does not have ruck straps. The chestbelt for this carry could be added to any of the carries that begin with a rebozo pass. This chestbelt works well with SHBC or JBC.

Double Hammock Tied at the Shoulder

This is a short variation on Double Hammock which ties at the shoulder. This can be very comfortable while pregnant because there is no waist belt. It's also an easier carry for tucking a sleeping baby's head because you can untie the knot at the shoulder and use one rebozo pass to secure baby's head.

Double Hammock Tied under the Bum

This is a short variation on Double Hammock where you simply tie under the baby's bum instead of tying in front. The video here is a double hammock video and she ties in front. To tie under the bum, just tie under your baby's bum instead of bringing the tails around to tie in front.

Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S) Tied under the Bum

This is a short variation on DRS2S where you tie under the baby's bum rather than tying in front.

Ruck Tied Tibetan

Ruck Tied Tibetan is a comfortable variation on a rucksack carry where you create a comfortable chestbelt with the tails. There are many ways to tie tibetan.

Reinforced Ruck

Reinforced Ruck is a variation on Ruck tied in Front where you create reinforcing cross passes rather than bunched cross passes. This can add extra support for a bigger baby or toddler. With a 5, you may also be able to tie tibetan with a reinforced ruck, but many people need at size 6 to tie tibetan.

You could also do most of the Size 4 Carries without too much tail. You might also find you can do some of the Size 6 Carries.

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What Can You Do with a Size 4 Woven Wrap?

4/17/2013

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Size four wraps are typically around 3.6 meters long. What you can do with a size 4 depends on your size, your baby's size, your wrapping skill, and your wrap. Thicker wraps tend to wrap shorter than thin wraps and in general the longer you've been wrapping, the more you'll be able to do because you'll wrap tighter and higher. The carries below are our best guess at what most people can do with a size 4. If you're petite, you'll probably be able to do all of these and the size 5 carries. If you're fluffier or wrapping a preschooler, you might prefer the size 3 carries. For a really good idea of what you might be able to do check out this thread from thebabywearer where people have posted zillions of pics of carries they can do with a size 4.

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Size 6
Size 7

Front Wrap Cross Carry Tied under the Bum

Front Wrap Cross Carry Tied under the Bum (FWCC TUB) is a short variation on Front Wrap Cross Carry where you just tie under baby's bottom rather than tying in back.

Half Front Wrap Cross Carry

This variation on Front Wrap Cross Carry has a horizontal pass and one cross pass. It's more like two thirds of Front Wrap Cross Carry. This ties off at the shoulder with a slip knot and is great for lowering and raising to nurse.

Short Front Wrap Cross Carry Tied at the Shoulder

This variation of Front wrap cross carry is closely related to the tied under the bum version. The only difference is that rather than tying under baby's bum, you tie at the shoulder. This one is also excellent for lots of lowering and raising for a baby that wants to nurse frequently.

Short Cross Carry

Short Cross Carry is a short variation on Front Cross Carry. It is a poppable carry, so you can pretie and pop baby in and out as needed.

Kangaroo

Kangaroo is a wonderful snuggly carry. This one takes some practice to get the hang of tightening, but is the most comfortable of the shorter front carries and is wonderful for laying down a sleepy baby because it's easy to untie and just lay baby down on the wrap.

Coolest Hip Cross Carry

Coolest Hip Cross Carry is an awesome poppable carry. You can pretie this carry and then pop your baby in and out as needed.

Hip Cross Carry

Hip Cross Carry is a really quick and easy carry to tie around a baby. Once you've tied around baby, it's also easy to pop baby in and out and just leave the wrap tied.

Robin's Hip Carry

Robin's Hip Carry is a very pretty and comfortable hip carry. It has a really cushy shoulder with a double layer of wrap. It can also be semi-poppable because you could leave it mostly tied and pop baby in and out, just adjusting a little with each in and out.

Poppin's Hip Carry

Poppin's Hip Carry is another very comfortable hip carry. This one includes a waistbelt which can be nice for adding support when doing a hip carry with a heavier baby or toddler.

Ruck Tied in Front

Ruck tied in front is a quick and simple back carry.

You can also do most of the Size 3 Carries without too much tail.

There are several other back carries that work well with a size 4: Short Back Cross Carry, Half Jordan's Back Carry, Double Rebozo, Double Hammock Rebozo, etc. Those are all in our Size 3 Carries Blog and would work just as well with a size 4.

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What Can You Do with a Size 2 Woven Wrap?

4/11/2013

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Size two wraps are typically around 2.6 meters long. What you can do with a size 2 depends on your size, your baby's size, your wrapping skill, and your wrap. Thicker wraps tend to wrap shorter than thin wraps and in general the longer you've been wrapping, the more you'll be able to do because you'll wrap tighter and higher. The carries below are our best guess at what most people can do with a size 2. If you wear a medium shirt or smaller, you'll probably be able to do all of these and many of (or maybe all of) the size 3 carries. If you're fluffier or broad shouldered or wrapping a preschooler, you might find you want a size 3 for some of these carries. For a really good idea of what you might be able to do check out this thread from the babywearer where people have posted zillions of pics of carries they can do with a size 2.

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Size 6
Size 7

Slipknots!

Learning to tie a slipknot is key to loving shorties (size 2 and 3 wraps). Here's a great slipknot tutorial that shows how to tie a slipknot from over the shoulder.

Rebozo Front or Hip Carry

Rebozo is a fantastic carry. You can pretie it and pop baby in and out as needed. You can even leave it tied and have it ready to go. All you need to do is slip it over your head and pop in baby. It is also easy to nurse in by lowering and you have a little tail to use as cover if you like.

Rebozo Back Carry

Rebozo can be tied as a front carry and shifted toward the back (shown in the first video - which done with a ring sling, but it's the same idea) or tied around baby (shown in the second video). It's a comfortable one shouldered back carry.

No Sew Ring Sling

You can also use a pair of sling rings to create a ring sling without any sewing. This is a nice alternative to rebozo if you don't like tying slipknots.

Simple Hip Carry

Simple hip carry is a quick carry that creates almost a pouch sling with a knot in the back and is a great fast option for a hip carry.

Ruck tied under the Bum

This is a quick one layer back carry that works well with older babies and toddlers.

Torso Carry

This video gives a great explanation of how to do a torso carry with a short wrap. It shows how to twist and tuck the rails to have a secure carry without knots. This is a super comfortable carry and is really nice because there is nothing on your shoulders.

Once you've tried these, check out the size 3 carries. You may find you'll be able to do some of the size 3 carries with your size 2. In particular, semi-front wrap cross carry, short ruck tied at the shoulder, double rebozo, and short back cross carry are carries that many people can also do with a size 2 wrap.

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What Can You Do with a Size 3 Woven Wrap?

3/26/2013

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First, I should say that this is just my best guess at what MOST people can do with a size 3. What you can actually do with this size wrap depends on your size, the size of your wrappee, and your wrap. Thicker wraps tend to wrap shorter and thinner wraps tend to wrap longer. You also tend to need less length the longer you've been wrapping. If you're a smaller person or wrapping a newborn, you can probably do all of these carries plus many of the size 4 carries. If you're wrapping a preschooler or you're a bigger person you might prefer a 4 for these carries and try some of the size 2 carries. For a really good idea of what you might be able to do check out this thread from thebabywearer where people have posted zillions of pics of carries they can do with a size 3.

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Size 6
Size 7

Slip knots!

The key to loving a size 3 is learning to tie a slipknot. So we'll start off with a slip knot tutorial!

Rebozo

Rebozo is an awesome front or hip carry that can be done with a size 2 or 3. With a 3 you'll have longer tails, but this carry is great to pretie and just pop baby in and out of. This video shows it with a newborn, but it's an awesome carry from birth-toddlerhood.

Semi-Front Wrap Cross Carry (Semi-FWCC)

This one is a tad more comfy than rebozo because it has a nice waistbelt. It can be done as a hip or front carry and is really easy to nurse in.

Front (or hip) Reinforced Torso Rebozo (FRTR/HRTR)

This one is very similar to Semi-FWCC, except that it has two rebozo passes. This can be done as front carry or a hip carry.

Short Cross Carry with a Sling ring (SCC)

This is a nice poppable front carry if you have a sling ring handy. You can do short cross carry without a sling ring too, but it tends to take up a little more length than a 3 for most people.

Hip Kangaroo

Hip Kangaroo is a comfy hip carry that is tied around baby.

Ruck tied under the bum (RUB)

This is a fairly advanced back carry. If you have enough length, you can tie in front. Ruck tied in front will be on our "What can you do with a size 4" post, since most people need a 4 to tie in front.

Short Ruck Tied at the Shoulder (short RTAS)

This carry is just like Ruck tied under the bum, but tied at the shoulder.

Knotless Ruck

This is just like short ruck TAS, except with a knotless finish aka buleria finish.

Reinforced Rear Rebozo Ruck (RRRR)

This ruck variation is just like short ruck tied at the shoulder, but with a spread horizontal pass instead of a bunched pass. This carry should really be called reinforced rear horizontal pass ruck. The name is confusing, because there isn't a reinforcing rebozo pass. But, RRRR makes a nice abbreviation!

Double Rebozo

This back carry has two rebozo passes. The video explains how to do the shoulder flip, which is a little tricky and is used in the next few carries.

Half Jordan's Back Carry (Half-JBC)

Half JBC is just like double rebozo except instead of two rebozo passes, there's one rebozo pass and then a cross pass. This is a nice one for babies who are squirmy because the rebozo pass protects against leaning and the cross pass protects against leg straightening.

Short Back Cross Carry (SBCC)

Short back cross carry is awesome with babies who like to leg straighten. It's just like double rebozo, except with two cross passes instead of rebozo passes. It's not a great carry with babies who like to lean, but it's excellent for leg straighteners.

Double Hammock Rebozo (DH rebozo)

This is a short one shouldered variation on double hammock. Sometimes it's also called back reinforced torso rebozo or rear reinforced torso rebozo. I find it works best with bigger babies and toddlers, but is really comfy and pretty.

Double Hammock Torso Carry

This one is very similar to DH rebozo, but ties at the chest and leaves your shoulders free. In this video, she uses a longer wrap and adds cross passes to use up the extra length, but if you're working with a 3, you can stop after tying at the chest if you don't have any more length to work with.

Knotless Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S)

This carry is a short variation on Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S). The video below shows a few variations, but the short one is the one that can be done with a size 3.

Have Fun Wrapping!

Size three wraps are so versatile! There are tons of things you can do. You can probably also do many of the Size 2 Carries without too much length. You might also find that you can do many of the Size 4 Carries with your size 3 wrap as well.

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What Can You Do with a Size 7 Woven Wrap?

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Double Hammock Tied Tibetan or with an added chestbelt

Ruck Strap Chestbelt Variations

Taiwanese Carry

Wiggleproof Back Carry

Back Wrap Cross Carry with Wiggle Proof Passes and a Sweetheart Neckline

With a size 7, you can also do Size 6 carries and most Size 5 carries without too much excess tail.

What Can You Do with a Size 6 Woven Wrap?

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Front Wrap Cross Carry

Front Cross Carry

Front Double Hammock

Reinforced Kangaroo

Double Hammock

Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S)

You'll also be able to do all of the Size 5 carries and many of the size 4 carries without too much excess tail.

What Can You Do with a Size 5 Woven Wrap?

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Back Wrap Cross Carry with Crossed Straps

Back Wrap Cross Carry with Ruck Straps

Back Wrap Cross Carry with a Chestbelt

Secure High Back Carry

Jordan's Back Carry

Jordan's Back Carry with 2 Rebozo Passes

Giselle's Back Carry

Christina's Ruckless Back Carry

Double Hammock Tied at the Shoulder

Double Hammock Tied under the Bum

Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S) Tied under the Bum

Ruck Tied Tibetan

Reinforced Ruck

You could also do most of the Size 4 Carries without too much tail. You might also find you can do some of the Size 6 Carries.

What Can You Do with a Size 4 Woven Wrap?

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Front Wrap Cross Carry Tied under the Bum

Half Front Wrap Cross Carry

Short Front Wrap Cross Carry Tied at the Shoulder

Short Cross Carry

Kangaroo

Coolest Hip Cross Carry

Hip Cross Carry

Robin's Hip Carry

Poppin's Hip Carry

Ruck Tied in Front

You can also do most of the Size 3 Carries without too much tail.

What Can You Do with a Size 2 Woven Wrap?

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Slipknots!

Rebozo Front or Hip Carry

Rebozo Back Carry

No Sew Ring Sling

Simple Hip Carry

Ruck tied under the Bum

Torso Carry

What Can You Do with a Size 3 Woven Wrap?

The Full Series of Carries by Size

Slip knots!

Rebozo

Semi-Front Wrap Cross Carry (Semi-FWCC)

Front (or hip) Reinforced Torso Rebozo (FRTR/HRTR)

Short Cross Carry with a Sling ring (SCC)

Hip Kangaroo

Ruck tied under the bum (RUB)

Short Ruck Tied at the Shoulder (short RTAS)

Knotless Ruck

Reinforced Rear Rebozo Ruck (RRRR)

Double Rebozo

Half Jordan's Back Carry (Half-JBC)

Short Back Cross Carry (SBCC)

Double Hammock Rebozo (DH rebozo)

Double Hammock Torso Carry

Knotless Double Rebozo Shoulder to Shoulder (DRS2S)

Have Fun Wrapping!

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