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17 Jul 2008
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Tutorial: How to Wear an Onbuhimo (Part 2, The Tibetan Back Carry)

Here it is–The Tibetan Back Carry. This is an extremely useful position because it allows you to tow your kid around while actually getting things done. I personally find it very useful for the prevention of nervous breakdowns.  For instance when the dude is feeling cranky and uncooperative and I really have to get something done–like set up for the Farmers Market.  Onto the back he goes and we’re all happy again.

Now in order to carry your little one on your back, you’re going to have to get him back there. Here’s one way:

The Back Scoot

Beginning with baby on your hip, drape the onbuhimo across baby’s back. Lifting your arm, begin to carefully scoot baby onto your back. Follow diagrams for details. BE SURE to practice this maneuver with a helper until both you and baby are confident and comfortable.

It’s a pretty slick maneuver, but it does take some practice. If you are not up to it or if you have a very wiggly tot, you can also just sit your baby on the couch with the onbuhimo underneath the bum and go from there. Feel free to email me if you need further explanation of the specifics.

Once baby is on your back, you are ready to rig up the:

Tibetan Back Carry

Step One:
With baby on your back, drape the corresponding shoulder straps of the onbuhimo over each shoulder. At this point you are going to want to exercise extreme caution because your little one will just be hanging around back there. You don’t want to have to explain about the time that you dropped him on his head when he was a baby, now do you? Use a spotter whenever possible and/or stand next to something really soft (like the bed or couch).

Step Two:
Thread each shoulder strap into the ring on the same side of the onbuhimo, rucksack style. Baby should be straddling the onbuhimo with the rings and seat of the carrier going between the legs.

Step Three:
Gently bounce a bit to settle baby into the onbuhimo, making sure your little pal does not fall out. Now breathe. The toughest, scariest part is over.

Step Four:
In order to complete the next step, hold one of the straps securely between your legs. This is the strap on my left in the picture.

Step Five:
As pictured, take the tail of the right strap and thread it beneath the “rucksack” strap on the left.

Step Six:
Repeat on the opposite side. The tails of the straps should make an “X” across your chest.

Step Seven:
Simply take the two ends and tie into a square knot. Make sure baby is centered in the onbuhimo and firmly (but not tightly!) pressed up against your back.

Ok Rock Stars, you’re all set. This should feel VERY comfortable and stable. It might take a couple of practice runs before everything feels tight enough and like the baby is secure in there. Be patient–the results are well worth it!!

Please feel free to comment or contact me via email if you have any questions or would like further information. Now go put on that baby!

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16 Jul 2008
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Tutorial: How to Wear an Onbuhimo (Part 1, Front Carry, Hip Carry)

There’s not a whole lot  of information out there on one of my favorite carriers, so I thought it would be helpful if I shared our methods of using one.  Here is the Front Carry and the Hip Carry.

Step One:
With your tot positioned tummy to tummy, drape the ohbuhimo across baby’s back. Each strap should go over the corresponding shoulder. So far so good.

Step Two:
Cross shoulder straps in back, making an “X”. Make sure you don’t drop your kid.  It might be helpful to twist the straps at the “X” in order to keep the straps from digging into your sides.  This is especially helpful with a really heavy tot like mine.

Step Three:
Thread each shoulder strap through the opposing ring at the hip. Baby should be straddling the onbuhimo with the rings and seat of the carrier going between the legs. This is kind of a crappy picture, but you get the idea.

Step 4:
Gently bounce a bit to settle your baby into the onbuhimo, making sure the kid is supported at all times. It’s not as scary as it sounds–just use your common sense.

Step Five:
Tie a square knot to secure the onbuhimo. That’s it!

For the hip carry:

Step One: Follow steps One through Four for the Front Carry.

Step Two:
Scoot baby onto hip once a comfortable position is established.

Step Three:
With one arm behind your back (like you do most things these days!), tie a square knot to secure the onbuhimo.

Easy peasy. It will take you a few times to really get your mojo down so be patient. Once you figure out what is comfortable for both you and your baby you’ll be whipping these things on in no time. Check out The Store for my revolving selection of handcrafted onbuhimos.

Next up: The Tibetan Back Carry.

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13 Jul 2008
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From the Studio: Plans for the Next Two Weeks

The flowers from AnnieDesign are all here!  Cute little buggers, aren’t they?  Finishing this project is at the top of the list for this week.

Since there is no Farmers Market this week (the fair is coming, silly) I am taking this opportunity to catch up on a few ideas and further develop some products in the works already.  Here’s is what you can expect over the next couple of weeks:

  • Some information on babywearing as well as a tutorial for how to use an onbuhimo.
  • Further development of another aspect of The Peaceful Peacock:  recipes.
  • I am diligently working to de-mystify the process of gluten-free cooking for our 10 month old (we have a history of allergies, asthma, and eczema in the family so we are taking all the possible precautions).  This week I’m researching flour substitutes.
  • A tutorial on how to make a simple apron from a repurposed skirt.
  • Hooking up with SuperJennyLove to get some ideas in motion for The B Team…your Bozeman Etsy Street Team.
  • And of course further development on some products:  a pattern for the Slim and Trim Cloth Diapers, the hand-dyed baby wraps, cute and funky aprons, and sweet little clothespin bags.  I’m not promising that all of these things will make it to the next market, but I will certainly try.

In addition, I’d like to say thank you to all of the wonderful folks who stopped by to chat this weekend in the booth–it’s great to connect with so many of you in the community!  Feel free to drop me a line with any questions about the baby carriers, the rick rack tutorial, or whatever else might be on your mind.  For now my family and I are heading out to the hills for a couple of days for some much needed rest and relaxation.

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