New Venture

So, I have been thinking for a while about making and selling custom baby slings, and other baby items, like grocery cart covers, blankets, bibs, etc. I made a reversible sling for my friend, Kayla, for her baby shower Saturday, and it turned out beautifully! She loved it, and at that point I realized that I would love to make cute things for moms and babies. I came up with a name last night: Pickles & Ice Cream Designs. I think it's really cute! I'm working on a webpage as I type, and I'm trying to decide where to go from there. I can't decide if I should make a couple of slings to show people, and try to sell "off the rack" or if I should wait and see if anyone orders one and then make it custom for them (which is how I plan to run the business).

Most of the slings I make are made of 100% cotton, and are double-layered for strength and security. I can make a sling from other sturdy materials, like silk or linen. The two layers can be the same design or a different one, to make it reversible. I use only rings from www.slingrings.com, which are made specifically for ring slings. Every sling is fully adjustable to fit mom, dad, grandparents, and just about everyone in between. There are many different positions for baby, from the basic hip carry, to nursing carries, and the piggy-back carry. I will be uploading pictures and instructions on how to use these carries, and more, to my website as soon as I can. The tail on the sling is great to use as a cover for discreet nursing, a wrap for the baby against the wind, rain, and other elements.

Prices start at around $30, depending on the materials used. I can ship anywhere in the US, starting at $5 per sling.

These slings make great baby-shower gifts, but they can be used for kids up to 3 years old.

I look forward to hearing from you with any suggestions you may have, and any questions or orders you have.

I will soon be making other baby items, like grocery cart/restaurant high chair covers, blankets, bibs, travel-size changing pads, nursing covers and more. Please let me know if you're interested in something in particular! Thanks!

www.wix.com/dnall1986/picklesandicecreamdesigns