Friday, May 18, 2012

#ClothDiaper #Review: Funky Fluff 3-in-1 & Wet Bag

Funky Fluff is a fairly new cloth diaper company. It was created by two work-at-home-moms (WHAMs) based in Toronto Ontario, Canada. Funky Fluff sells stay-dry and bamboo 3-in-1 cloth diapers, boosters and soakers, double pocket wet bags and diaper pail liners.


Funky Fluff products are designed in Canada and made in China. Here is what they have to say about their Chinese manufactures: (Taken from www.funkyfluff.ca)

We engaged in extensive research and interviewed a number of potential candidates before our chosen partner was selected. We based our decision on a number of factors including quality of materials and workmanship, safety of materials used for production, manufacturing affordability, working conditions and fair treatment of workers manufacturing our products, understanding of our vision and communication channels, just to name a few. We were very selective and strict during the selection process.
 
Our chosen manufacturer offers comfortable, spacious and air conditioned working condition for their small staff. Workers are paid considerably more than the required wage, have an opportunity to earn bonuses, get plenty of paid days off and are never required to work overtime unless they chose to do so themselves. All employees have a minimum of 3 years experience in their trade and student workers are never hired. Safety training as well as safety drills are conducted regularly. We are very confident that our manufacturing company is managed well, regularly maintained and safe for their employees.

Our manufacturer has been a very close partner in the long and complicated process of getting our product to the high standard that we desired and we consider them a knowledgeable resource and an important member of our team. Our own children wear these diapers and we would never put them in any product that we didn’t feel comfortable with.
{Funky Fluff Diaper Characteristics}
  • Stay Dry 3 in 1 System: Can be a Pocket, All in One or All in Two
  • One Size design fits babies from 7 – 35 lbs
  • 2 rows of snaps allow individual leg and waist adjustments
  • 4 snap rise settings. Two columns of snaps on the front
  • Unique funky colored “belt” on each diaper
  • Cross over snaps
  • Roll it up and snap closed while out of the house
  • Hip snaps help to prevent “wing droop”
  • Elastic at legs and back of the diaper
  • Double leg gussets
  • Pocket opening in the front and back
  • Large pocket openings
  • Trim between the legs
  • Waterproof strip at the top edge of the diaper provides additional protection against leaks (suede cloth only)
  • An outer layer of breathable, waterproof polyurethane laminated polyester (PUL) keeps wetness contained

 {Funky Fluff Soaker Characteristics}
  • Each Funky Fluff diaper comes with 2 soakers.
  • Smaller soaker has 2 layers of microfiber and 1 layer of stay-dry suede cloth.
  • Large soaker has 4 layers of microfiber and 1 layer of stay-dry suede cloth.
  • Soakers can be snapped into the top and/or bottom of the diaper shell  to keep them in place for mobile babies and toddlers and when snapped in at both ends create an All In One system.
  • Funky Fluff soakers agitate out in the wash even when snapped in at one end of the diaper.
  • The soakers may also stay attached to the diaper while in the wash (although at times they do separate from the shell).
  • Soakers all have Funky Fluff labels. 

{Funky Fluff Double Pocket Wet Bag Characteristics}
  • Comes in 5 colors
  • 2 bags in one
  • Both pockets are PUL lined and waterproof
  • Outer pocket allows for expanded storage
  • Snap handle
  • Holds 10 diapers
  • Measures 15 inches by 12 inches  

{Watch My Video Review of Funky Fluff Stay-Dry 3-in-1 Diaper}






{Watch my Video Review of Funky Fluff Double Pocket Wet Bag}





{My Review}

 When I first heard about Funky Fluff, I was immediately intrigued. I had never heard of them and was surprised that they were a Canadian company. I love supporting fellow Canadians. When I read more about them and their 3 in 1 design I knew I had to try Funky Fluff.

I was able to choose the color combination I wanted for the review and immediately chose the purple diaper with green belt. I have been wanting a purple diaper for my son for a long time. I love purple but did not want him to look too "girly" in it. The green snap belt makes it a fantastic choice for both boys and girls. All of Funky Fluff color combos are gender neutral actually. I was also sent a green double pocket wet bag to review.

My first impressions of the company were/are great. The products were shipped immediately and made it to my house within days. Another great thing about buying within your own country. No border delays.

Kathy, one of the co-founders of Funky Fluf responded to my emails right away and was adamant about me taking my time with the review and trying all of the diaper features thoroughly.

I am very impressed with this diaper. First of all I love the name, Funky Fluff is something that does not resemble other diaper company names. Secondly, the 10 different color combos are fantastic.

I love the fact that there are so many ways to use one diaper. The majority of my diapers are pockets which I like but it is nice to have the option to change if you want.

Hip snaps are a must in my book and these work great. Although I am not sure how much longer the hip snaps will be snap-able for my son. They snap at the largest setting, when his hips get bigger the hip snaps may rub against his skin since they will not be able to be snapped in.

Hip snap and trim little bum.

Having soakers that agitate out on their own has rapidly become one of my favorite features of pocket diapers especially since my husband never remembers to unstuff the diapers before tossing into the diaper pail. 

My favorite way of using the Funky Fluff is to snap the small soaker in the front and lay the large soaker on top and snap into the back. This way everything stays in place but also gets washed well without extra handling by me. Day time use does not require the small insert.



Over night the diaper worked great. I only had leaking the first night which was caused by not having the waist tight enough for my little belly sleeper.

I am very impressed by their thoroughness and responsibility when employing a Chinese manufacturer (as seen above). The factory seems well run and employees treated fairly. Funky Fluff's attention to the manufacturing conditions is the best I have read about from any cloth diaper company with products made in China. 

Funky Fluff has a decent price point as well. A stay-dry 3-in-1 with two soakers, like I reviewed, costs $17.99. I would definitely pay this price for another Funky Fluff diaper considering all of its features.

The Double Pocket Wet Bag worked great as well. I love that each pocket is waterproof which seems to be rare with wet/dry bags. Both pockets are very roomy and can easily fit 10 diapers. I prefer wet bags such as these with the space for a whole day trip. I do not want to have to carry extra wet bags with me when I am out of the house for long periods. It is my go-to wet bag for sending to the babysitter's while I am at work. It washed well with no change to the PUL or zippers. The Funky Fluff tag did start to come off of the bag after multiple washings but this does not effect the performance of the bag at all. These large wet bags are only $10.99 which I believe is a great price.


I have and will recommend Funky Fluff to my friends and family.

{Buy It}

Funky Fluff Stay-Dry: 3-in-1 Cloth Diaper with two soakers ---- $17.99

Funky Fluff Bamboo: 3-in-1 Cloth Diaper with two bamboo blend soakers ---- $19.99

Funky Fluff Double Pocket Wet Bag ---- $10.99

Funky Fluff Easy Fit Heavy Duty Pail Liners ---- $15.99

{Shipping} 

Within Canada
  • $10 shipping with purchases under $60
  • FREE shipping with purchases over $60.

Shipping to the USA is calculated at check-out.

No shipping outside of Canada and the US. 



{Disclosure}

I received the cloth diaper and wet bag free of charge from Funky Fluff to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed are my own and 100% honest. I will NOT be compensated for sales of these or any other Funky Fluff products.

59 comments:

  1. I love the different ways you can wear this diaper...and all the names!

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  2. I learned that the dipes are Made in China. My problem isn't just with manufacturing practices and quality. It's also with keeping things closer to home. As more Americans and Canadians loose jobs to overseas, I can't help but wonder why some diaper companies chose to manufacture at home and others overseas. And is it really more green to ship stuff from so far away?

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  3. I have never seen a 3 in 1 diaper before, thanks for the explanation!

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  4. I learned that you can snap one insert at the front and one at the back so that if you don't remove the inserts, they will still be well-washed. The colour combinations are cute, too!

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  5. I love that it can be a pocket, AIO or AI2!!
    hmahan_0529 @yahoo dot com

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  6. I like that there are 3 different ways to use the diaper. Makes it easier to find the perfect diaper for each baby but without having to buy 3 different diapers.

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  7. I learned how versatile the diaper can be! Awesome :)

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  8. I learned that a versatile diaper in great colors CAN be purchased from a fellow Canadian! :0)

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  9. Really like the double gussets. And all the different ways the diaper can be worn. Very versitile.

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  10. Love the versatility, colors and double gussets.

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  11. I love double gussets, and that the diaper comes with 2 soakers.

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  12. Id so love to try these!!

    I wish every diaper had dbl gussets, hip snaps and the PUL at the top... I HATE getting my daughter up from a long nap and her onesie is wet at her belly button UGH!!!!

    and I dig the fact they can snap into it self helps contain the poopy stuff until you get home and can take care of it. Help keep your wet bag from getting over powerful when your out for the the day.

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  13. I like that It was created by two work-at-home-moms

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  14. At first, I wasn't pleased with them being made in China. But when I read their standards for the Chinese manufactures, I was much happier.

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  15. I love that it can be a pocket, AIO, or AI2- it's a neat concept. I also like that it has PUL at the top because I have a tummy napper!

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  16. i learned how to roll it up if you dont have a wet bag!

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  17. I've never seen a 3in1 before!

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  18. I like that these diapers have a 4th rise setting to allow a bigger size range. Most one size diapers are sized from 10 to 35 lbs, this one starts at 7 lbs.

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  19. I love that the diaper is so versatile. 3 in 1 is awesome!!

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  20. I like that the snap-in soakers agitate out in the wash!

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  21. I like how there are 2 rows of snaps on the wings so they stay put and don't curl back!

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  22. i love the color coordinating snaps

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  23. My favorite is the Funky Brown and Baby Blue. I like that they have both a stay dry option and a bamboo option.
    mummytocharis{at}yahoo{dot}com

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  24. I like that they are was created by two work-at-home-moms.
    beth.rees333 at gmail dot com

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  25. I love how versatile they are!

    kittensarecutee14 @ yahoo . com

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  26. I learned there are 3 ways to use this diapers, and that hip snaps are important.

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  27. my favorite feature has to be that it has the waterproof strip at the top...when diapers don't have that, we always have wicking, or the fleece layer puckers out the top.

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  28. I like the options of wearing a diaper 3 ways.

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  29. I like the out and about feature!!

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  30. I love that the inserts agitate themselves!

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  31. i learned it is OS- 7-35 lbs and comes in 10 color combos!

    annae07 at aol dot com

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  32. LOVE that they're Canadian. Great colours and love that they have free shipping over $60!

    journeysofthezoo at hotmail dot com

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  33. I like that it has two pocket openings.

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  34. I love that each diaper comes with two soakers!
    Jessi greenmamajama

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  35. I learned a far amount about the diaper -- but what sticks in my mind is how you use the inserts! I like your idea, it's kind of like a bG Freetime, but once the inserts are soiled, if the diaper is clean you could then use it is a pocket :)

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  36. I love this review it makes it very clear on to use this diaper and how this diaper works. The pictures are awesome as well

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  37. I like how versatile the diaper is in that it can transform to all-in-one and soforth with the two soakers and snaps.

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  38. I like that there are four rise settings and that it's double gusseted!

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  39. I love that you can roll it up and snap it!

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  40. The three in one is a cool idea! Love the snap colors!

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  41. WAHM diapers/wetbags always a plus, and I love the variety. 3-in-1 is a cool idea. Rolling it up and snapping it before dropping it in the wetbag is a nifty idea too.

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  42. Oh wow! This diaper is really nifty!! You can do so much with it! I love it's versatility! I really love the cross over snaps so you can adjust it to a new born baby, I found that really neat :)

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  43. i love that they have hip snaps and four rows of rise snaps!

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  44. Love all the color options!

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  45. I love that the wet bag has 2 pockets and I love their color combos!

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  46. love how versatile the diaper is!

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  47. I love double leg gussests! Also the cute coloured belt of snaps add a cute twist and the fact that its an AI3 makes this diaper very versatile.

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  48. I learned that something called a 3-in-1 actually exists!

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  49. i learned that they hold the chinese manufacturers to higher standards. i have yet to find a made in China diaper that i'm happy with.

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  50. Love the double gussets and all the different ways it can be used!

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  51. The 3-in-1 system is awesome! This is a diaper that would work for me AND my best friend, and we have completely different preferences!

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  52. I like that there are so many rise settings.

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  53. I learned about the wetbag... I need one for daycare and it sounds great!

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  54. I love that they're Canadian, that they have a hip snap to prevent wing droop, the double gussets, the colours, and the awesome inserts. I can't wait to try one of these!!

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  55. These look like great diapers. Sorta like the Alva Baby diaper but with an extra insert and snap. :)

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  56. I knew it was a Canadian company but didn't know thery were made in China.

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  57. I really like that you included video and images. Really helps explain it!

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  58. I learned that it has double gussets and can be used as a pocket, AIO or AI2.

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