The Rumpelstiltskin Effect If you follow the second hand baby carrier scene, you probably have noticed that ObiMamas command a higher price second hand than what they originally retailed for. This ObiMama has been spending more and more time with her jaw on the floor, or with her hand clapped over her mouth in shock … Continue reading
Many of you are familiar with the ObiMama featherweight mei tai, our super lightweight carrier. These are the original ObiMama mei tai, the poor man’s alternative to wrap conversion mei tais. I’ve been making them since 2010, and in that time they’ve seen some major improvements while their lightweight and affordable soul has remained the … Continue reading
Why are ObiMama mei tais so highly sought after? What makes them so beautiful? Are they trendy, or are they quality? Placing value on a baby carrier can be a tricky thing. We weigh form, function, demand from collectors, and even sentimental value. There are many kinds of carriers, and there are many kinds of … Continue reading
I may or may not have been getting a number of letters from dear husbands who want to get their dear wives the carrier of their dreams for Christmas. Usually they want it to be a surprise. However, these well intentioned and thoughtful caring men (or parents, or grandparents, or whoever) have no idea what … Continue reading
This is just my opinion, but I think that ObiMamas are pretty distinctive and easy to pick out from a crowd. When I was just starting to really get into babywearing, and when I was starting to make carriers, I looked at a lot of baby carrier pictures online. A lot. Some were breathtaking, some … Continue reading
It’s true. They’re pretty hard to come by. Customs are pretty hard. They take a lot of communications and planning and they can be a little stressful. Wraps often don’t come in on time, which throws off my entire schedule. Sometimes they need a bath (fun fact–I’m extremely allergic to cats and rabbits), or some … Continue reading
I get this question a lot, and I can’t believe I’m only now writing a post about it! There are several ways, and all have an element of luck to them. 1) Random drawings. If I have a ready to ship carrier, a semi-custom or full custom slot that needs a buyer, I’ll often select … Continue reading
