Collection: Merino Newborn Basics

Perfect for welcoming little ones into the world, this collection features premium ZQ-certified Merino wool essentials designed for ultimate comfort. Combining luxurious natural fibres with thoughtful craftsmanship, these newborn basics offer both style and practicality for your baby's earliest days.

Why choose our Merino Essentials?

Lovingly crafted in Wanaka, our Merino essentials collection combines ZQ-certified Merino wool's natural benefits—temperature regulation, breathability, and antimicrobial properties—with practical functionality for modern families. Each piece is handcrafted, offering gentle comfort for delicate newborn skin. Perfect for thoughtful gifting, our essentials reflect an appreciation for quality, sustainability, and natural materials, making them genuinely appreciated additions to any new parent's collection.

Merino Essentials

Key Features

Versatile Colours

Designed with modern families in mind, our Merino essentials meet every needs with elegance and practicality. Available in six carefully chosen colours, there is something for everyone:

  • Soft neutrals suitable for all babies and provide a timeless aesthetic
  • Gentle pastels offering subtle warmth without overwhelming the senses
  • Muted earth tones that brings natural sense of calm

Nature's Intelligent Fabric

Merino wool is a marvel of natural engineering, offering unparalleled comfort and protection for your little one. Its unique fiber structure provides natural temperature regulation, moisture-wicking properties, and gentle softness that adapts to your baby's changing needs throughout the day and night.

Hand sewn in Wanaka

Crafted in our Wanaka studio, each product is transformed from premium ZQ Merino into a timeless baby essential. We understand the need to keep little ones warm and toasty through all seasons in our unique climate.

Ethically Sourced ZQ Merino

Our commitment to quality begins with the selection of ZQ-certified merino wool, representing the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable farming. Each of our merino products embodies a responsible choice that supports New Zealand farmers and ensures the purest, most carefully produced wool touches little ones' skin.

Durability Meets Softness

Crafted to become a cherished family essential, these products combine durability with extraordinary softness. Practical, quick to dry, and maintaining their luxurious feel through countless washes and mishaps.

Construction

Once the fabric arrives, Annette meticulously cuts and binds each blanket in her Wanaka studio, using a double layer of merino for extra comfort and a luxurious feel. She ensures every blanket is crafted to perfection, ready to find its new home.

A Journey of Quality and Craftsmanship

Every Merino product we make carries a story of care and craftsmanship. Each is lovingly handmade in our Wanaka studio by Annette — known to her grandbabies as "Nannette." With years of experience and a passion for sewing, she puts heart into every stitch, creating a beautifully made gifts designed to be cherished for years to come.

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