Looking after your natural knitwear made simple

27 Mar 2018

 

The softest cashmere, the cosiest lambswool, the comfiest cotton and the finest silks… at WoolOvers we believe in doing it naturally. Natural knitwear will look great and last for seasons to come – but it needs the same tender loving care that we put into designing and making it. There are several things you should know beforehand.

WoolOvers Womens Cashmere and Cotton V Neck Jumper

 

  1. Machine Wash at 30 degrees

Most of our knitwear is machine washable. It is actually preferable to hand-washing as excessive wringing and squeezing can pull your knitwear out of shape. If you do pull it out of shape, machine wash it on a delicates cycle and it should spring back into shape (wool has a memory, unlike synthetics). If you have a separate spin cycle, turn it down to 600 rpm or less to avoid stretching.

WoolOvers caring instructions

 

  1. Use ‘Delicates’ Detergent

Modern biological detergents contain enzymes that digest natural fibres. They will literally eat your clothes! Even non-biological products contain bleaching agents. The bleach will cause your clothes to lose colour, lose shape – and even holes may appear. Always use ‘Delicates’ detergent. Look for brands such as Dreft, Persil Silk &Wool, Woolite Silk, Ecover delicates or our own Wool Wash.

WoolOvers Wool Wash

 

  1. Never dry on a hot radiator

Any moisture in the garment will literally boil. The equivalent of washing at 60 degrees (and the results will be the same!) And never tumble dry. A sturdy airer or broad bannister is ideal – or dry flat on a towel. Don’t forget to turn it inside out.

WoolOvers Caring instructions

 

  1. Moths

There are many natural products (like rosemary) that you can buy to repel the pesky critters. Some customers store their knitwear in the poly bag it arrives in to keep them at bay.

WoolOvers Caring instructions

 

  1. Pilling (Bobbling)

Most wools will pill to some degree. The shorter fibres of the natural yarn make their way to the top with initial wear and roll into little balls (pills.) A bit like a new wool carpet sheds a bit of hair to start. They will naturally disappear with washing and wear. Until then, you can use a pilling comb or safety razor to gently remove them. Acrylic and polyester don’t pill. It’s a sign of their man-made nature. The softest yarns often shed the most – such as cashmere.

WoolOvers Pilling Comb

 

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Dorothy Edney

After writing to you during the last few years with not very complimentary comments , I think the tide has turned and your products have brightened up, with some styles nearer to the originals( e.g the frillededged cardigan , albeit in only a couple of shades ) Your catalogue has considerably improved also , I love the spot sweater which I will be ordering How about free postage like several other suppliers ,always an attraction .!! Sincerely Dorothy Edney Sincerely Dorothy Edney.

06 Sep 2018 10:29
Sylvia youngs

Just received my first order and am delighted the fit is perfect I’m a size 14/16 and ordered the. M. So lovely and warm don’t mind the winter coming now thank you Woolovers have just ordered again can’t wait to get my parcel

03 Oct 2018 10:57
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