Dream Merino™ for heirloom cuddles

Thousands of parents love merino

Merino Cable Knit Blanket

$250Australian merino

Substantial cable knit blanket crafted for stroller walks, cuddles, and daytime warmth.

  • Substantial heavy cable knit
  • Breathable heirloom warmth

Knitted from soft Australian merino, with cables running parallel to the edges and a rib border all around, this substantial blanket brings breathable comfort to tummy time, stroller outings and family cuddles, and is made to last for generations.

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Ali Hui, Co-Founder and Product Designer of Forever Little

A note from AliCo-Founder & Product Designer

“A baby blanket should feel substantial in your hands yet breathe naturally next to delicate skin. I designed this heavy cable knit in Australian merino to provide cozy warmth for stroller walks and quiet couch cuddles, crafted with the quality to pass down to future siblings.”

Ali Hui

Substantial cable knitBreathable natural warmthMachine washable
What is the best way to use this blanket?

It is a daytime blanket designed for stroller walks, nursing cuddles on the couch, tummy time, and floor play, or as a cozy cover on a toddler bed later.

Is this blanket safe for infant sleep?

Under AAP safe sleep guidelines, cribs should remain free of loose blankets for infants under 12 months. Use our wearable merino sleep sacks for sleep, and save this blanket for daytime warmth.

What size is the blanket?

A generous daytime size designed for stroller coverage and floor time. Sized to comfort your newborn on day one and transition to toddler beds later.

Width39¼ in100 cm
Length47¼ in120 cm
  • Width: 39¼ in100 cm
  • Length: 47¼ in120 cm

A generous size for the stroller, the floor and, later, a toddler bed.

Measured flat. Allow about ½ in (1 cm) either way.

What colors are available?

Available in seven shades: Oat (a soft beige), Gray Marl (a flecked gray), Cream, Soft Pink, Moss, Grape and Blueberry.

How do I wash it, and will it shrink?

Machine wash on a gentle wool cycle with liquid wool detergent. Reshape while damp and lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry, soak, or bleach. Our superwash merino resists shrinking on gentle cycles.

Thousands of parents love merino

Holly J.
It's a beautiful knit, and it's heavier and softer than I expected. It lives on the stroller and comes everywhere with us.
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Rebecca S.
My mom knitted with merino for years and says this is the real deal. Fine, soft and beautifully made.
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Danielle P.
We bought it as a gift and then went straight back for our own. It feels like something to keep forever.
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Tessa M.
Our bamboo pieces pilled and stretched out within a couple of months. This still looks new.
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Jordan L.
You can feel the quality of the Australian merino straight out of the box. Nothing else we own compares.
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Ivy L.
The cable pattern is gorgeous in person, and the color is exactly as pictured. It's still lovely after washing.
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Alicia N.
Everyone pushed bamboo on me at my baby shower. Honestly, merino is in a different league.
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Monica S.
Our go-to for the stroller on cold walks. It's soft enough to tuck right around her.
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Morgan F.
I was worried wool would feel scratchy. This is softer than most of our cotton pieces.
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A parent and baby wrapped in the Oat cable knit blanket on a farmhouse porch

Soft enough for a first cuddle

Welcoming a new baby calls for warmth you can feel. Australian merino is knitted into a substantial, heavy cable pattern that provides soothing coverage for stroller walks and quiet cuddles, while breathing freely to keep baby comfortable.

Warm without feeling heavyMade for repeat use

The sheep tried telling us all along

The same fleece that carries sheep through hot days and cold nights now protects family moments.

A sheep and lamb standing together in a green field
Nature had a head start.

Materials, from fiber to fabric

  • Substantial cable knitDense natural wool with lasting heirloom structure.
  • Machine washableEveryday convenience for real family living.
See what the fiber does ↓
Small fibers. Remarkable things. Parted Merino fleece reveals the fine, naturally crimped fibers inside

How does merino work?

Nature’s temperature buffer.

Holds warmth, breathes out heat

Merino wool fibers feature a natural microscopic crimp that holds pockets of air. On cool stroller walks, these air pockets insulate. When snuggled closely, the knit breathes naturally.

What research reveals about wool textiles

Independent studies on superfine wool explain why we build around merino.

The University of Sydney
Sleep · 2016
63°Froom temperature tested
Faster sleep onset than cotton

Sleeping in wool promoted faster sleep onset compared to cotton, in a laboratory study of 17 young adults at 63°F.

University of SydneyNature and Science of SleepRead study
Murdoch Children's Research Institute
Skin · 2017
39children, 4 weeks–3 years
Lower eczema severity scores in superfine merino than cotton

A 12-week crossover trial of 39 children aged 4 weeks to 3 years, comparing superfine merino clothing with standard cotton.

Murdoch Children’s Research InstituteBritish Journal of DermatologyRead study
WoolmarkNC State University
Temperature · Research program
4yrsof thermal regulation research
A steadier next-to-skin microclimate in wool than synthetics

Sportswear trials examining next-to-skin microclimates during temperature shifts.

Woolmark / NC StateResearch overviewRead more

These studies evaluated wool clothing and textiles generally, not this specific blanket. They explain why we choose merino; they do not show this product treats eczema or helps babies sleep longer.

The truth about baby blankets

Not all blankets breathe. Here is how natural merino compares to rayon viscose and polyester fleece next to baby skin.

Fiber propertyOur choiceMerinoBamboo viscosePolyester fleece
Moisture managementVents moisture vaporHolds wet liquidTraps sweat
Temperature shiftsNatural crimp insulatesCold when wetProne to overheating
Fabric processingNaturally grown fiberChemical solvent bathPetroleum plastic synthesis
Softness next to skinSuperfine, not scratchySmooth and softDepends on finish

In textiles, “bamboo” means rayon viscose made by chemically dissolving plant pulp.

Thoughtful details for heirloom warmth

Nurse-designed quality crafted for everyday family life and future generations.

Cable knit, rib borderCables run parallel to the edges, finished with a ribbed border on all four sides. Dense, cozy and free of synthetic fibers.
Breathable natural warmthMerino fibers breathe naturally, maintaining comfortable warmth during stroller walks.
Crafted to pass downA durable knit structure made to be loved, washed, and passed to siblings.
Seven shadesOat (a soft beige), Gray Marl, Cream, Soft Pink, Moss, Grape and Blueberry, for any room.
Machine washableMachine wash gentle wool cycle, liquid wool detergent. Reshape damp and lay flat to dry.

Frequently asked questions

Can my baby sleep with this blanket in their crib?

No. Following safe sleep guidelines, keep cribs free of loose blankets for infants under 12 months. Use our wearable 3-Seasons or Quilted Winter sleep sacks for safe overnight sleep.

What are the best uses for this blanket?

It is ideal for daytime stroller outings, nursing cuddles on the couch, tummy time, and picnics, transitioning to a toddler bed cover later.

Is this blanket machine washable?

Yes. Our merino is treated with a superwash finish. Machine wash on a gentle wool cycle with liquid wool detergent, reshape while damp, and lay flat to dry.

Why does this blanket cost $250?

It is knitted from a substantial volume of premium Australian merino wool. Unlike synthetic fleece or acrylic that pill and get thrown out, this blanket is crafted as an heirloom to pass down through generations.

Is this a good gift for a new baby?

Yes. With its substantial weight, soft hand feel, and seven classic colors, it makes a lasting heirloom gift for baby showers and new arrivals.

Will the merino pill?

Minor pilling is normal with natural wool fibers. Wash once before first use. If pills appear over time, a small battery lint shaver takes them off easily.

Close-up of the merino cable knit

Better comfort starts with what touches their skin.

  • Designed by former nurse Ali Hui20+ years making baby merino with a focus on skin comfort
  • Australian merinoSubstantial cable knit
  • OEKO-TEX® Standard 100Tested fabric
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