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Here
is a collection of TLC Two-part pads, in a variety of prints
(bold fabrics on the left, pastels on the
right)
TLC Two-Part Pads consist of: an outer
"envelope", and a folded flannel "insert".
The insert goes into the envelope through flaps
located on the backside of the pad, which
means the top surface of the pad is smooth,
seamless and comfy. TLC pads are the best-made pads around,
are budget-priced, and have
wrap-n-snap wings that fasten around the panties
to keep them securely in place. Normally (unless you
specifically request "unlined pads") there
is a water-resistant,
windbreaker-type nylon
layer on the back flaps of the 2-part pads to help protect your
undies (you cannot feel it, and it does not
"rustle" as you walk). More
info located in the FAQs
section.
Pad
Absorbencies: Lite has a 2-layer insert;
Regular has a 4-layer insert; Maxi has an 8-layer
insert.
Prices:
2-Part Short Pads (7"
long)
in Lite-, Regular- or Maxi-absorbencies: $5
2-Part Long Pads (9"
long)
in Lite-, Regular- or Maxi-: $5.50
2-Part X-Long Maxi Pads (12"
long)
for Night-time/Post-Partum: $6.75
Additional
inserts: Lite (2 layers) inserts are $1 each,
Regulars (4 layers) are $1.50 each, and Maxis (8
layers) are $2 each.
If you sew and are interested in saving even more
money:
At the
bottom of this page I offer 2-part pads that you
may sew yourself with ease. They cost about
half the price of the pre-sewn pads, so now you
can save even more!
I
recently made a change to the way I make the AIOs:
I now serge the front and back edges, rather than
turning and topstitching them. This makes
the ends of the pads smoother and less bulky - a
nice improvement!
The AIO (All In One) pad is a very easy-to-use cotton-flannel pad: no inserts, no separate
parts to fold. AIOs are made of flannel
(calico does not work for these, nor does the
nylon lining because you turn the pad over)
Folding the pad four different ways exposes a new,
clean top-layer so you feel fresher. I've "test-driven" the AIO 9"-Maxi for
the past year, and it's a great pad: even though
there is no nylon liner, I've never
leaked through it, and I feel confident you will
enjoy it as well. Another "plus" is that it
doesn't LOOK like a pad in the laundry!
(Idea: you can add a folded flannel
"insert" behind the AIO to increase
absorbency...you can use the same-length insert,
or a longer one!)
Prices:
Short
(7") AIO, Regular
(6 layers) is $5.00
Long (9") AIO, Regular (6-layers) is
$6.00, Maxi (9 layers) is $6.75.
X-long (12") AIO Maxi (9 layers) is
$7.75.
TLC cloth pantiliners are for everyday
use. They're so comfortable you'll hardly know they're there!
I construct them from two layers of soft, 100% cotton
flannel, they're an all-in-one pantiliner. A
fabulous alternative to plastic disposable pantiliners, I've priced them low enough to be an
affordable and comfortable option for your daily needs.
There is no nylon lining on the pantiliners.
Pantiliners come in 6" lengths ($3),
7" ($3.50) and 9" ($4)
(Idea: you can add a folded flannel
"insert" behind the pantiliner to increase
absorbency...you can use the same-length insert,
or a longer one!)
Although
my fabric supply is constantly changing, this is a representative sampling of
what I
have
on-hand. You can see there are florals
(both darker-colored and lighter-colored
flowers) and also non-floral fabrics.
You may choose to have your 2-part pads made
from flannel (fuzzy) or calico (not fuzzy),
while the AIO and pantiliners are always the
flannel (fuzzy). I have bolder/darker
prints, whimsical/fun prints, girly prints...and for
the wilder side of you there are even animal-skin
prints.
If you'd like to save
even more money and can sew simple items, I
now have 2-part SIY pads available for your
convenience. I can send the
pad-envelopes of your choice (flannel or calico),
with nylon lining attached (or unlined if you prefer).
They're pre-cut, trimmed, pinned and ready-to-sew,
and they come with
detailed sewing directions. I even sew the first one
for you so you can see clearly what to do! The price for the
Sew-It-Yourself pads is about half the price of the ready-made pads. (These
SIY prices
include a pad-insert, so you won't need a serger)
The short- and long- Sew-It-Yourself pads come
with a regular-absorbency insert (4 layers), and the XLongs
come with a maxi (8 layers) insert. If you want Maxi
inserts for the short- or long- pads, add $0.50
per pad. All you need is a normal sewing machine, an
iron/ironing board, and the snaps, which you can
purchase at the store, or I can sell
you snaps cheaply (25 cents per pad).
You'll
enjoy saying "I made it myself!", and you'll love
the savings!!!
Prices: SIY 2-part pads are $2.50 (7"),
$3
(9") and $4 (12" maxi)
**Note:
Besides cotton cloth menstrual pads for women's comfort
and budget, I now offer satin pillowcases
for a luxurious night's sleep. See the
pillowcases here.
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