wool care

[meiswinkers]

where can i get the wool wash and lanolin for treating wool covers?  I have looked everywhere around here that i can think of and cannot find anything--btw i live in metro detroit, not some podunk town in the middle of nowhere.  I am not a huge fan of ordering off the internet so if you know of a store that would be great!!

[LippyMcTiccy]

I just use the lanolin that you put on sore nipples. You can find it any drug store or Target. I just mix mine with some baby shampoo.

Look at this link

http://www.diaperpin.com/clothdiapers/article_howtolanolizewool.asp

[MamaJen74]

If you aren't wanting to order via internet, you're likely going to have to make your own. 

Quote:

http://www.zany-zebra.com/washing-wool-diaper-covers.shtml#homemade

Washing Wool Diaper Covers with Homemade Wool Wash

Although there are many great liquid wool washes and wool wash bars available, it's fun to make your own because you can customize your homemade wool wash by choosing your favorite scented ingredients and add essential oils if desired. And when you make your own wool wash you know exactly what's in it!

To make your own wool wash you need these supplies:

• Lanolin: We use Lansinoh, which is designed for breastfeeding, but any other solid lanolin will work. There are also liquid lanolins available online, just be sure to get the highest quality lanolin you can.

• Baby wash or shampoo: Any brand works here, choose your favorite scent for a special treat. You don't need much so it'll last a long time if it's only used for wool.
• Essential oil: EOs are optional, but can be added if you wish. Lavender is often used for babies because of its relaxing qualities. It also keeps moths away, as do Eucalyptus and Cedar.
• Cup or mug: You'll need one that holds at least a cup of liquid, and is microwave safe.

To make your homemade wool wash:

• Heat about a cup of water in the mug and microwave until it's hot, or use a Hot Shot to heat your water and skip the microwave like we do.
• Drop a pea-sized amount of lanolin into the hot water. Use more for additional items.
• Adda drop or two of baby wash or shampoo.
• Add a couple of drops of essential oil, if used

• Stir briskly until the lanolin has melted and is suspended in little drops throughout the water.
• Mix your wool wash into the sink water and swish with your hand to blend it in. You don't need to make bubbles.
• Turn your diaper cover inside out, submerge it in the sink and gently squeeze it a few times, then STOP!

That's all there is to it! It takes a little longer than using a commercial product, but we think it's worth it because we like to do things ourself. Now you just need to go to the end section to finish washing your wool diaper cover.