Capri Carrier Materials

*Several safety reinforcement stitches have been thoughtfully included in the instructions, along with durable material recommendations, to ensure strength and longevity.

FABRIC:
Main - 1/2 yd (1/2 m)
Lining - 1/2 yd (1/2 m)
Batting - 1/2 yd (1/2 m)
Fusible Interfacing: 1 yd (1 m) (Optional for lightweight fabric or or stretchy, fraying curved edges)*

Woven, soft, organic, non-stretch fabrics are ideal for this project. Comfort and durability is key for the kiddos! Having a different fabric and/or color for the lining than the main/outer fabric will help orient the carrier when donning.

Main fabric suggestions:
Lightweight (beginner) - linen, lightweight cotton canvas, twill, quilting cottons
Heavyweight (intermediate/advanced) - midweight denim, midweight upholstery, thin pre-quilted fabric
Lining fabric suggestions:
Lightweight, breathable material - linen, quilting cotton, cotton muslin, cotton flannel, bamboo fibers

If you feel comfortable, you can customize whether the main, lining, or both have batting/thickness.


WEBBING:
Width - 2” (5 cm)
Length - Cut 2, 18“ (45.7 cm) straps
Overall circumference of the carrier will be 44”-60” (112 cm - 152.4 cm) using the suggested measurement. The maximum circumference does not include 12” (30cm) of suggested slack for donning. Add extra length if needed. It’s better to have more webbing than needed and cut length off once you’ve completed the project.

Sourcing links:
Wawak (fast shipping)
Strapworks (several color options)
Country Brook Design (several color options
Seattle Fabrics


HARDWARE:
(2 sets) 2” (5 cm) wide, single adjusting, side release, buckles

Sourcing links:
Wawak (fast shipping)
Strapworks (non-black color options)
Seattle Fabrics (white option)
Military-grade buckle (1.5 in wide)
Military-grade buckle (2 in wide)


THREAD:
All purpose polyester or cotton, quilting, or cotton-wrapped polyester thread for strong stitches.*
   Avoid lightweight cotton, embroidery, and vintage thread. They break easily.

Thread will be visible on finishing top stitches. Your choice if you want to match or contrast your outside fabric, lining, and webbing straps.


NEEDLE:
Universal Needle for the pouch and shoulder strap.
Jeans Needle for sewing over the webbing and if you’re sewing thicker or pre-quilted fabric.