Sleeping bags for girls

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4 Best Options For Indoor Sleeping Bags For Girls Made By Kelty, Wildkin and Disney

“Socializing” should be 90% real and 10% – at most!- virtual when it comes to children and teens. The old saying “You’re not on FB, you don’t exist”, does enough harm to adults who live most of their lives in front of computers, let alone the kids and teens who are exactly at the critical age when they need to make real friends, not virtual FB pals.

So, helping your little girl get ready for a slumber party where she will spend her whole night chatting with her closest friends about perfumes, latest outfits and other “girls’ stuff” means helping her learn how to relate with real people in the real world.

A great contribution to the comfort and good image of your little girl in front of her newly made friends is brought by the most important accessory a girl can get for a slumber party: her cute, personalized, fashionable sleeping bag.

In general, girls prefer sleeping bags that come in great color styles like violet and pink and their variations. Their favourite designs are fairytale designs, blossom variations and natural world styles. A girl between 1 and 13 years old would very much fancy a fairy tale themed sleeping bag. It is crucial for the kids at this age to socialize in the real world, but at the same time it is important to allow them to live in the fairyland every once in a while. Models with Disney princesses, cartoon characters and heroes are very easy to be found on the market.

If your little girl is not so crazy about princesses, you can buy her a pet print or a lively flower style sleeping bag. You can decide between kaleidoscopic design and style of exciting shades.

Also, you’d be surprised how many girls will not even look at the soft & sweet princess typically “girlie” designs. Instead, they would absolutely love the superhero figures and even motor vehicles( super cars, bikes ) prints.

So, it is always best to ask your daughter’s opinion before you actually go shopping.

We browsed the market and found some great sleeping bags models that people bought and love.You may wanna consider them when you want to make your daughter happy with a great slumber bag.

Here they are our 4 favs manufactured by Wildkin, Kelty and Disney:

 

  • Wildkin Butterfly 66″ Sleeping Bag

Customer’s review:” Sleeping bag was great. I was a bit worried as the colors looked a bit gray and faded. However the bag was beautiful. Bright beautiful colors. Flannel was soft. My little grand niece just loved it. I highly recommend it.”

•    Sleeping Bags are 66 long, and fit up to a 5 0 child.

•    Reversible polycotton blend fabric

•    Includes matching travel pillow

•    Machine washable, gentle cycle, cold water

  • Wildkin Princess 66″ Sleeping Bag

Customer’s review: ” I was looking for a cotton sleeping bag for my two year old daughter for a trip to grandma’s house. The nylon ones made my kids too warm. This bag is great! It is so soft and she loved the princess print. The pillow that comes with it is pretty small but we didn’t need it anyway. And there is plenty of room so it should last for a few years. Overall, we are very happy with it.”

•    Sleeping Bags are 66 long, and fit up to a 5 0 child.

•    Reversible polycotton blend fabric

•    Includes matching travel pillow

  • Disney Hannah Montana Sleeping Bag Girls Slumber Bag and Tote

This is a sure hit if your daughter loves to watch Disney Channel and dreams of being a star someday.(which little girl doesn’t?…)

•    Pattern: Hannah Montana – Pop Star

•    Genuine licensed merchandise;

•    Machine washable, gentle cycle, cold water

•    Poly fiber fill inside to keep light, yet warm

•    One slumber bag; Size when zippered: 30 x 67 in (76 x 170 cm); Width doubles up when unzipped

•    BONUS: Includes attractive carrying case/tote bag. Use it to conveniently carry the sleeping bag and your little girl’s belongings

 

  • Kelty K.I.D.S. Kelty Girls’ Big Dipper 30 Degree Sleeping Bag Very Berry Short – Right Handed

Customer’s review: ”I just love this sleeping bag. Nice color, not fancy and very practical”

Looking for a versatile sleeping bag made to grow with your kids?

This is a cool, simple, beautiful pink shade colored sleeping bag. The girl’s Big Dipper 30 Degree Sleeping Bag from Kelty is a do-it-all bag with the ability to grow with your child. The patented expandable foot section adds a full 12 inches to the length. Kelty includes all of the features from their adult bags into this great summer sleeping bag. The synthetic Cloudloft insulation and two-layer quilt construction create a durable, warm sleeping bag for kids. The Big Dipper sleeping bag includes internal liner loops, sleeping pad security loops, pillow pocket and an integrated compression stuff sack.

Compact sleeping bag

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Compact or nothing: the 3 key benefits of a compact sleeping bag
In the previous article “How To Find The Sleeping Bag That Keeps Your Daughter Warm & Safe During Outdoor Adventures And Wows Her Friends With Its Stylish &Trendy Look During Indoor P.J. Parties” , we’ve seen what it takes for a slumber bag to make your little girl rock at the pajamas’ parties, as well as during the outdoor trips.

We’ve seen what kind of materials, style and temperature rating you must choose for indoor and outdoor use and we listed the best 8 brand models for girls sleeping bags on the market – see them here.

There are 3 more things to consider before buying a sleeping bag for your child girl. The first 2 are very practical: the shape and the sub-zero temperature feature – check it out here LINK TO THE 0 DEGREE ARTICLE. If you don’t evaluate them correctly, the whole safety and health of your little adventurer goes to waste.

The third thing is simply a trick to make your girl feel more special and stand out from the crowd. You can see what the trick is here.

In this article, we’ll discuss about the first practical thing you need to consider before buying a slumber bag: THE SHAPE. It must be compact, or nothing!

The key benefits of a compact sleeping bag are instantly valuable for an experienced camper, as well as for your little adventurer girl who is just starting travelling outside the comfort and warmth of her parents’ house.

1.    Weight: this is the main concern when your little girl is going for hiking or climbing. A good compact sleeping bag must allow the owner to put all the necessary camping gear inside and at the same time give him all the freedom to move. When it comes to a girl child or teenager, the concern is even deeper: you don’t want your kid camping around with a full house murdering her back and spoiling all the fun before it even starts! So you must choose a sleeping bag that is made of down filled materials.That;s because the down filled material can be rolled out and put into the backpack.If the material is synthetic,the sleeping bag will not be either compact, either light, so it is best to avoid buying it.

2.    Cost versus durability: most of the time, the compact slumber bags are quite affordable.The problem is they do have a very bad durability feature: in spite of the good quality, they are notoriously difficult to maintain, therefore they tend to deteriorate quite rapidly.The good thing is though, your child girl grows up quickly, so, hopefully, the size of the compact bag will become obsolete before it wears out. Just make sure you read about the certain brand before buying it and always pay attention to the buyers’ reviews before making a decision.
3.    Convenience versus comfort: being relatively light, the compact sleeping bags are easy to store, carry and transport. When they are really well manufactured, they leave enough place in the backpack for the hiker to store all the camping gear she needs to enjoy the trip into the wilderness and safely return home. However, in most cases, comfort gets sacrificed for the sake of convenience, but we think it is better for your daughter to be safe and healthy, than to be able to carry her whole trendy wardrobe and lipsticks on the top of the mountain.

Make sure to check out the next article where you will find out how to choose the 0 degree sleeping bag for your daughter.

Bear Sleeping Bag

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The ultimate “rebel” sleeping bag

If your daughter is a rebel and she is always eager to stand out from the crowd, surely this sleeping bag will cause a major jaw-dropping effect amongst her camping or pajama party friends.

The bear sleeping bag has been designed by Eiko Ishizawa and it is totally amazing. If it will ever go on the production line, there will probably be a huge waiting line for it.

Some people find it scary, others love it, it’s only a question of taste. Sure enough, kids and teenagers all over the world immediately fell in love with it and have been raving about it since 2009 when it’s been shown for the first time.

And that’s totally cool, because no kid ever says no to a novelty that provides tons of fun and turns out to be wickedly effective in sky-rocketing hers or his popularity amongst friends and rivals.

Not to mention that, if a girl shows up with a bear sleeping bag, she shows power and gumption, so, the bag might just as well turn her into a leader over night. (over a pajama party sleepover night, of course…)

We love the idea, but, honestly, we don’t think it’s safe to allow your kid to sleep in this kind of bear outfit out in the woods. The appearance is so real, that maybe one hunter will mistake your kid for a real bear…no need to go further.

Here is what people say about it:

“Awesome sleeping bag, I’d totally take that camping all the time. And as far as the possibilities of being mistaken for a bear…. I don’t think you could fill that thing up enough to be the size of a bear, nor would you smell like one. “

“I would love to get the pattern or find out where they are going to sell them. My little boy would love one too. This is one of those things that people would buy. I would get one for my whole family.”

“I’d buy this take it with me camping and sleep right next to someone and  wait for the reaction”

Anyway, we love the creativity. For a pajama party where your daughter can show up and bust the whole party with the greatest shape of slumber bag ever made, the bear sleeping bag is awesome. I mean…if there are no possible guns around, it’s ok.

In a culture that encourages kids and teens to express themselves through clothing and accessories more than through their minds’ powers and capabilities, an original, never seen before sleeping bag can actually help them socialize properly, position themselves as powerful leaders of their groups of friends and ultimately build the most important source of power and personal skills that a human being has: self confidence.

Help your child by all the proper means to gain trust in her or his own skills. It is the only capital that, if it’s built properly during childhood and teen years will make them unbeatable, no matter what life throws at them.

For kids and teens, the sleeping bag is no longer an expendable item. It’s a must have accessory that helps them socialize and position themselves amongst the other kids or teens.

So, make sure you choose it carefully!

0 degree sleeping bag

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Why goose down is the best material for a 0 degree sleeping bag
A 0 degree sleeping bag is intended to keep the user warm and cozy at 0 degrees, but, when you actually buy it, you don’t have to take that literally. It is merely a guidance, as each person is unique with their level of comfort and body temperature.

Before you buy, it is best to consider your daughter’s comfort level with low temperatures. You can read more details about this in our previous article: “4 Best Options For Outdoor Girls’ Sleeping Bags Made By Kelty, Sierra Designs, Big Agnes and Coleman “.

Marmot, The North Face, Mountain Hardware, and Sierra Design are some of the top manufacturers. Marmot, for instance has started so long ago, that its sleeping bags have become a standards for top quality in this industry. So, make sure you browse through their offers when choosing a 0 degree sleeping bag for your daughter.

Either brand you choose, make sure the insulating material is down. Down is truly unbeatable when it comes to facing cold weather, therefore keeping you daughter a happy& healthy camper.

Why is it so good?

Well, down is actually a type of feather that comes from birds( namely geese most of the time). You know that saying “”He or she goes through life as the goose through the water”. That means the goose’s skin never actually gets wet, because it is protected by some uniquely shaped feathers that are right underneath the main layer of feathers. They efficiently trap air and prevent heat loss. Manufacturers also use synthetic down that has similar properties with the natural one, but doesn’t even come close when you’re camping in cold weather.

Of course, no matter how great it is, it has its pros and cons. Make sure you make a balance between them when you buy:

Pros & Cons:

-    down is by far the best insulating material, but, only as long as it is properly cared for: special storage and special washing. If the bag is not stored open and flat when not used, the feathers will get compressed and will not loft back up as easily over time;

-    down sleeping bags are more expensive than the synthetics. If you’re tight on your budget, you might want to look for a sale on down bags, because otherwise there;s no chance to get one. The bright side is, once you get it, it lasts quite a while if you care for it properly.( p.s.: don’t leave that task to your daughter…she is still only a child…)

-    if your daughter’s gonna camp in humid or wet conditions, don’t buy a down sleeping bag. Once wet, goose down loses all the insulating properties and turns into the best pneumonia supplier. It gets dry painfully slow, so, a big NO to using down in rainy conditions. A good solution is to provide your daughter with a bivy sack or an additional shell over the bag.

If you settle for down, it’s a good idea to check out the products of Marmot Mountain Works. It’s a company that has been in business for about 30 years and has stores in Northern California and Washington, as well as a strong online presence.

For instance, the company offers a down sleeping bag for sale on its site called the Medicine Bow. It is capable of keeping its owner warm in 20 degree Fahrenheit weather.  The outer fabric is made from durable nylon and it features down insulation. Total weight is 2 pounds 14 ounces when packed up and it has a design that allows coverage of the camper’s head and shoulders.  The price range goes about 200 dollars on the company’s site www.marmotmountain.com.

Whether your daughter camps in a tent with other 4 or 5 people, or sleeping with no roof over her head, keeping her warm should never be left to inferior materials.

Girls Sleeping Bags

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4 Best Options For Outdoor Girls’ Sleeping Bags Made By Kelty, Sierra Designs, Big Agnes and Coleman

In the previous article, we picked up 4 top models of indoor sleeping bags based on buyers’ reviews. In this article, we will do the same, but this time for outdoor girls’ sleeping bags.

 

Here are the best buys we selected:

 

1. Kelty Girls Little Flower 20 Degree Junior Sleeping Bag

The Little Flower is designed specifically for little girls who love adventure. This mummy bag is fully-featured and will keep your little one warm and cozy even if the temperature goes down to -7° C / 20° F.

FEATURES:

  • Cloudloft Insulation
  • Two Layer Offset Quilt Construction
  • Two Way Locking Blanket Zipper
  • Zipper Draft Tube with Anti-Snag Design
  • Internal Liner Loops
  • Sleeping Pad Security Loops
  • Ground Level Side Seams
  • Provides Superior Heat Retention
  • Differential Cut Maximizes Loft and Warmth
  • Extra Insulation at Chest
  • Includes Integrated Compression Sack
  • Fatman and Ribbon Drawcords
  • Captured Cordlock
  • Zip Pocket at Chest
  • Temperature Rating: -7° C / 20° F
  •  Shell: 50D Polyester Taffeta
  • Insulation Fill: Cloudloft
  • Length: 183 cm / 72” Max User Height: 163 cm / 5′4”
  • Shoulder: Girth: 142 cm / 56”
  • Stuffsack Size:28 cm x 56 cm / 11” x 22”
  • Total Weight: 1758 g / 3 lb 14 oz

Why is it so effective in protecting your little girl from cold? There are 2 key points:

 

1. Two Layer Offset Quilt Construction
By layering two or more sheets of insulation between the liner and shell of a sleeping bag, heat is easily trapped and maintained. To eliminate cold spots, one layer of fill is stitched to the liner, another layer is stitched to the shell, and then the quilt lines are offset so they do not lie on top of one another. Offset quilt construction is durable and maintains its shape and structure after many uses.

2. Synthetic Insulation
An affordable alternative to down, synthetic insulation is available in many varieties. Advantages of synthetic fill are its ability to maintain insulating properties when wet and that it has less required maintenance than down.

2. Big Agnes Lily Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Synthetic – Teen Girls

If your little girl is just going through that wonderful period of life when she’s not an adult, either a child and she’s turning your hair white with conflicting questions…yes, that’s right, it’s teen aging we’re talking about!…then The “Big Agnes” offers just the right size, tech, and style that your up-and-coming little lady needs. So, when she’s braving the cold on a family camping trip or climbing the mountain with her friends, this well-built sleeping bag will back her up wonderfully.

Here are its main features:

Material: nylon rip stop

Insulation: M3 synthetic fill

Shape: mummy

Draft Collar: yes

Max User Height: 5 ft 8 in

Shoulder Circumference: 65.5 in

Hip Circumference: 53 in

Foot Circumference: 42 in

Stuff Size: 8 x 17.5 in

Stuff Sack: yes

Storage Sack: yes

Degree: 15 F

Weight: 3 lb 10 oz

Recommended Use: camping

Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime

Big Agnes sleeping bags leave out the bottom insulation to save weight and because insulation compressed by your body weight loses most of its insulating value .Keep in mind that the bag requires a 20-inch-wide rectangular- or mummy-shaped sleeping pad to be fully insulated. Integrated sleeping-pad and pillow pockets keep everything in place (even those who move around in their sleep)

Sierra Designs Girl’s Dragonfly 20 Degree Sleeping Bag

An overnight camping trip or sleepover’s cold becomes a piece of cake if your little adventurer girl has this cool Sierra Design Dragonfly 20 sleeping bag.

Constructed from Heat Sync Insulation and a tricot-lined foot box, it’ll keep her warm to 20 degree Fahrenheit. An interior clothes pocket keeps items nearby for morning so she can minimize her time spent being cold and maximize her adventure.

Features:

  • 20° F / -7° C
  • Insulation: HeatSync & trad; Shell Material: 75d Polyester Liner Material: 30d Polyester
  • Shell Material 75D Polyester
  • Liner Material 30D Polyester
  • Fill Material Heat Sync&trad;
  • Fits Up To 5′
  • Zipper Side Left
  • Fill Weight 21 oz
  • Trail Weight 2 lbs 12 oz
  • Stuff Size 7″ x 17″
  • Offset Layer Construction
  • Ergonomic Hood and Foot Box
  • Microfleece Lined Foot Box
  • Tuck Stitch
  • Pillow Pocket
  • Chest Pocket
  • Integrated Storage Sack

3. Coleman Brazos Cold Weather Bag – Blue (33″ x 75″)

While camping at night, your little girl will surely stay warm inside this blue cold-weather sleeping bag from Coleman. It comes with a carrying bag and features a two-way zipper.

  • Features: Two-Way Zipper
  • Includes: Carrying Bag
  • Lowest Temperature Rating: 20º
  • Closure Type: 2-Sided Zip, Side Zipper
  • Shell Material: Polyester
  • Lining Material: Cotton ( 100 %)
  • Fill Material Weight: 4 lbs.
  • Care and Cleaning: Machine Wash Cold
  • Manufacturer’s Suggested Age: 12 Years and Up
  • Dimensions: 75.0 ” L x 33.0 ” W x 3.0 ” H
  • Packed Dimensions: 19.9 ” L x 10.4 ” W x 10.4 ” H
  • Weight: 7.0 Lb.

If you want to check out the models above, just copy paste the model number on google and the best retailers will immediately show up.

Good luck!