Bobbling? We’ve got a pill (comb) for that!

23 Nov 2016

Do you know that pilling (or bobbling) is entirely expected of superb, all-natural knitwear? Do you know it’s completely natural, and it actually authenticates your knit’s natural credentials? Do you know that pilling doesn’t last forever? It eventually stops once your knit has matured.

No? Well, now you do! However, that’s not to say you ought to just live with the pesky pills until your knit sorts itself out.

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So, how can you fight the fuzz and send those pesky pills on their merry way?

There are simple, straightforward ways to beat the bobbles, but first, a bit of background.

What is this pilling thing anyway?

Pilling (small balls upon the surface of your knit) naturally occurs when the shorter fibres in a yarn naturally intertwine with wear. Pilling is most likely to appear upon areas of your knit where there is a lot of contact – under the arms, on the sides etc.

The softer the yarn, the more pill-prone it is. This is why your prize cashmere jumper, your cashmere merino wool jumpers and your pure, lambswool jumper all unfortunately, often fall foul to the fuzz.

The reality is that there is very little you can do to stop a pill-prone piece from pilling. It is gonna happen!

The good news is that pilling will eventually stop once your knit has shed all its shorter fibres.

But, why wait?

Here’s how you can tackle those pills, and keep your knit looking fresh:

Gentle machine washing

Machine wash your knit on a cool, wool-suitable setting. Once it’s been through the wash a few times its fibres will strengthen, lessening the pilling.

washing machinePhoto © blog juliepoucetricote

Use a fabric shaver

Handy little appliances, which pull lint and pills from your knits by quite literally shaving them off. Just be careful if you choose to use one; overzealous use may cause irreparable damage.

Use a razor

Yes, an everyday, household razor can combat pills! However, this method of removal is notoriously dangerous and is best suited to particularly sturdy knitwear. It is not recommended for fine, delicate knits. If you choose to razor off the pills, be very, very careful!

Use our pill comb

Effective, yet safe, this affordable, little essential is the best way to deal with bobbly bits on your knits. With just a few, careful, light strokes, our pill comb removes those bothersome bobbles, leaving your knit looking box-fresh.

Invest in yours today, and care for all your all-natural knitwear the right way.

pilling combPhoto © blog juliepoucetricote

Find out more about caring for your knitwear at:

WOOLOVERS.COM/CARING

 

Cynthy

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20 Nov 2018 07:52
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