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Wool is a natural, renewable, and long-lasting fiber. With the right care, a wool garment can stay with us for many years, be repaired, worn again, and even passed down from one generation to the next.
Wool is also biodegradable, so at the end of its useful life, it can eventually return to the earth.
Our wool yarns are non-superwash. This allows the wool to retain its natural character and behavior, including its ability to insulate, regulate temperature, and manage moisture.
Caring for wool is simple. Here are a few recommendations to help you wash, dry, and store your yarns and knitted projects so they can stay beautiful for a long time.
We always recommend knitting a swatch and wet blocking it before starting your project, using the same water you normally use to wash your knits.
A swatch doesn’t just help you check your gauge and the final measurements of your knitting. It also lets you see how the fiber responds after washing and how the color behaves.
Yarns dyed with natural dyes may release a small amount of color. While color transfer is not expected, it’s important to see how the dyes react to the water you normally use.
If you’re planning to combine light and dark colors in the same piece, this wash test is especially important.
One of the wonderful things about wool is that it doesn’t need to be washed very often. In many cases, simply airing your garment between wears is enough to freshen it up and extend the time between washes.
When it does need washing:
We recommend washing each piece separately, especially when washing different colors.
A combination of heat, friction, and movement can cause felting and change the structure of natural, non-superwash wool.
After washing, gently press out the excess water without twisting or wringing the garment.
Place it on a clean towel, roll the garment and towel together, and press gently to absorb the remaining moisture.
If you’re in Argentina and have a Koh-i-Noor, it can also be a great help when hand washing your knits. Its spin cycle removes much of the water from the garment without using heat, considerably reducing drying time.
Then lay your piece flat and gently reshape it to its original shape and measurements. Let it dry naturally in a well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
Avoid hanging knitted garments while they’re wet, as the weight of the water can stretch the fibers and change their shape.
We don’t recommend tumble drying.
Before storing a garment for a long period of time, make sure it is clean and completely dry. Food residue, stains, and body oils can attract moths.
Store knitted garments folded in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
For long-term storage, you can use a clean, well-sealed bag or container. If you use a moth repellent, avoid placing it directly on the wool.
Skeins should also be kept dry and protected from light and moisture.
Pilling is the formation of small balls of fiber on the surface of a knitted fabric. It can happen naturally with wear, especially in areas that experience more friction.
To help reduce pilling, try to avoid continuous rubbing against rough surfaces, bags, or accessories.
If pills do appear, don’t pull them off with your fingers. Gently remove them with a wool comb or a suitable fabric shaver, taking care not to damage the knitted fabric.
A small hole doesn’t have to mean the end of a garment.
Repairing, mending, and wearing our knits again extends the life of the fiber and is part of a more thoughtful way of caring for the materials we choose.
With these simple steps, your yarns and the pieces you make with them can stay beautiful and be part of your life for many years.
Learn more about our dyeing process and how to care for naturally dyed colors on our Hand-Dyeing with Natural Dyes page.
