CHUNKY Wool garments
Wool garments take better care of themselves than anyone else could. If you hang your clothes loosely and uncovered for at least 24 hours the wool will air out and clean itself. So just dangle your garment outside in the fresh air between wears.
Another great way to keep your wool garment fresh is to give it a light steam. A steam will kill all the bacteria without being harsh on the fibres.
Wool is not the biggest fan of wet washes. Only wet wash by hand using a wool soap if absolutely necessary. Make sure the water isn't warmer than 20 degrees.
The wool will change as it gets wet so make sure to dry it properly & laid flat to reduce the stretch or shrinkage that wetting the garment can introduce. Bear in mind that wetting a crocheted garment might bring some shrinkage and change the shape so it is preferred to only treat areas that get stained with a moist cloth rather than washing the entire garment.
Wool garments like being stored folded up. Add a lavender bag or cedar wood ball inside the fold to keep your garment safe from moths.
Dry cleaning is not advised as the harsh chemicals can damage the fibers
CHUNKY COTTON GARMENTS
Hang your garment loosely and uncovered for at least 24 hours the natural fiber will air and clean itself. Dangle your garment outside in the fresh air between wears.
Another great way to keep your wool garment fresh is to give it a light steam. A steam will kill all the bacteria without being harsh on the fibres.
Due to the nature of the chunky stitching of these garments they are not washable and shouldn't get wet. Only treat areas that get stained if absolutely necessary using a moist cloth rather than washing the entire garment. Bear in mind the stitching might shrink whilst wet & drying.
The heavier garments like being stored folded as not to loose shape.
Still feeling unsure?
Feel free to get in touch with us if you are unsure of how to care for your garment studio@amandaljunggren.com
We do not take responsibility for any changes that are caused by washing your garment/s as this is the nature of the natural fibres used in our designs.