I'm writing a review of two wraps today - both quite different in almost every way, but both absolutely fantastic. First off, I'll write about Acorn Burnish Gossamer which is a newer release that I'm lucky enough to be borrowing for a week. Second I'll be writing about Grape Twilight Fractals, which is an absolute classic that has had a lot of love over the years.
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| Pleats beautifully! |
Acorn Burnish Gossamer is 100% cotton, released on May 10 2017 - 275 GSM, and is an absolute workhorse! Partly due to the supportive weave, and partly the heavier weight, I find it very comfortable with big kiddos. It's got lovely texture, and would be delightful in a shorty or base size... And it goes without saying that this would be absolutely amazing for little ones! Fispi cotton is basically designed for squishy little ones!
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Such a beautiful and subtle grad
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Burnish is one of my very favorite warps so far... It's so kitten soft right out of the bag, and the color is so beautiful and earthy. It's a fun gray/brown, and it feels like the most loved shirt, worn and snuggly. I'm still honeymooning with Elven, and it's been some time since it released.
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| Big kiddos needed bribes to go up today... but once they're up they're happy! |
Acorn is a very subtle grad, and it reminds me most of dappled light on a forest floor. It's perfect in combination with burnish, makes the burnish look very brown compared to Sapphire or Elven. I live in a forested area, and it makes me feel at home... And I'd never worry much about it getting dirty!
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| The grad colors are really amazing in Acorn, so subtle but it looks like it's glowing |
One downside is that I also live in a very warm and humid climate, and I think in a long size this may be a bit too snuggly and blankety for us. For those in cooler areas, it'd be fantastic no matter the time of year... but heading into summer with temps up to 95f, this might be a bit warm.
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| Glides into place, and the texture helps keep it there |
Grape Fractals is 50% lambswool, released Nov 14th, 2013 - I'm not certain about the GSM, but it feels thin in hand while having an amazing amount of bounce and cushiness!
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| Wrapee is 5 years old, and mom reported that he felt "weightless." |
We bought this well loved wrap, and it's obviously cuddled many babies. It has absolutely no prickle, is so well broken in and smushy, and is AMAZING with big kiddos. It's quite narrow in width, but I've never had trouble getting a seat in it, and even with longer ups, I've never had the slightest bit of dig. Very solid, largely due to the weave, and it holds a slip knot beautifully.
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| No issue making a good seat |
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| We had reports of this wrap being "so cozy," and he didn't want to get down after pictures! |
The colors are beautiful and classic - the twilight cotton looks quite purple next to the purple wool. The design is fun, though not a personal favorite. It wraps a lot like Gossamer, with amazing grip and support.
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| While he did require a bribe to get him up there, he was the one insisting he stay up! |
I have to mention again how amazingly well wool has been doing in the heat. I know this isn't new information for many people, but I am constantly surprised by this reality! Grape has been a go to for us, even with temperatures up to 95f, and it handles the heat better than 100% cotton in my opinion.
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| So proud of his lollypop! |
Grape Fractals was a total impulse purchase, but I think it'll be with us for a good long while! I've really been enjoying our holiday with Acorn, and one day I'll probably have it as a shorty or ringsling.
