Yarn & Fiber Care Information
The same chemistry that makes wool fiber resilient and durable and lets it breathe and shed wrinkles also makes wool susceptible to moths and carpet beetles. These insects, if allowed to infest wool, feed in the larva stage on the keratin protein present only in animal fibers. Since the insect larvae are attracted to areas of the cloth that are soiled with food stains and body oil, yarns and fiber goods kept clean in storage is the most effective protection.
MACHINE WASHING
Yarns and hand made fiber items labeled Superwash can go right from the washing machine to the dryer without the worry of felting shrinkage.
HAND WASHING
For all yarns and fiber goods not labeled as Superwash, you can wash following this suggested directions:
1 - Wash in lukewarm using a mild soap or liquid detergent (which contains no bleach).
2 - Soak for 3-5 minutes, gently squeezing suds through without twisting or wringing.
3 - Rinse twice in clean water that is the same temperature as the wash water.
4 - Gently squeeze out excess water and roll it in a towel.
5 - Dry away from sunlight and direct heat.
DRY CLEANING
If the label indicates the fiber item should be dry-cleaned only, please take it to a reliable dry cleaner. Identify any spots or stains for special treatment and have those removed promptly.
MACHINE WASHING
Yarns and hand made fiber items labeled Superwash can go right from the washing machine to the dryer without the worry of felting shrinkage.
HAND WASHING
For all yarns and fiber goods not labeled as Superwash, you can wash following this suggested directions:
1 - Wash in lukewarm using a mild soap or liquid detergent (which contains no bleach).
2 - Soak for 3-5 minutes, gently squeezing suds through without twisting or wringing.
3 - Rinse twice in clean water that is the same temperature as the wash water.
4 - Gently squeeze out excess water and roll it in a towel.
5 - Dry away from sunlight and direct heat.
DRY CLEANING
If the label indicates the fiber item should be dry-cleaned only, please take it to a reliable dry cleaner. Identify any spots or stains for special treatment and have those removed promptly.