CARING FOR A FABRIC YOU CAN ALWAYS COUNT ON.

01 EVERYDAY WEAR AND CARE

DAILY CARE TIPS PRESSING WOOL STORING WOOL With proper care, the beautiful Steaming wool is always the The same chemistry that makes and natural qualities of wool can preferred method for further wool fiber resilient, durable and be maintained for years. Follow removing wrinkles and revitalizing breathable, also makes wool also these simple care tips to ensure garment structure for wear. The makes wool susceptible to moths the lasting beauty of your wool following steps should be used and carpet beetles for garments garments and household items. when pressing is desired. not regularly used. Since insects are attracted to areas of the cloth • Remove spots and stains • Always use the steam wool that are soiled with food stains promptly. setting on the iron; wool or body oil, clothing kept clean should not be pressed in storage while not in use is the • Brush wool clothing after each totally dry. most effective protection. wearing to remove surface soil. Use a damp sponge for finer • When possible, press on the • Have wool items cleaned wool knit fabrics. This will revive reverse or interior side of before packing them away. the nap if there is one. the fabric. Cleaning will also kill insect larvae. • If wool gets wet, dry at room • When it is necessary to press temperature away from heat. on the exterior side of the • Pack clothes in airtight fabric, use a press cloth to containers—well-sealed • Empty pockets and remove avoid a shine. garment bags or boxes and belts from garments, then hang trunks with secure lids. Cold with closures zipped • Note: Extra scraps of wool storage in temperatures of 40 or buttoned on shaped or fabric make excellent press degrees (4°C) or lower further padded hangers. Store knits cloths; they help to preserve discourages insects. such as sweaters gently folded the resilient texture of in drawers. woolens. • Cedar closets and trunks are a recommended storage • Hanging a wool garment • Lower and lift the iron; don’t material; avoid the toxic use of between wearings, allows the slide it back and forth. moth balls. fiber to shed wrinkles and • return to the original shape. • Prevent imprinting inside • Keep your closets, dresser detail by placing a piece of drawers and storage • To refresh wool garments brown craft paper or tissue containers clean. quickly, hang them in a steamy paper under folds, seams or bathroom. Moisture from the darts. steam will remove wrinkles.

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Before deciding on a cleaning method for wool, look for the care instruction label. When a label does not provide detailed washing directions, follow the instructions below.

HAND WASHING WOOL MACHINE WASHING WOOL A quick hand wash is an excellent way to clean wool. Follow the “washable” label closely or utilize the Follow these suggestions when laundering woolen following steps for best results: garments that are labeled “hand washable.” 1. Set the machine for gentle action 1. Wash in lukewarm or cold water at a short cycle. using a mild soap or liquid detergent (which contains no bleach). 2. Set the water temperature at cool or lukewarm. 2. Soak for 3-5 minutes, gently squeezing suds through without 3. Use a mild soap or detergent that twisting or wringing the garment. contains no bleach. If it’s the powdered variety, make sure it is 3. Rinse twice in clean water that is the completely dissolved before adding any same temperature as the wash water. garments to the machine.

4. Gently squeeze out excess water and 4. Some machine washable garments roll the garment in a towel to absorb may indicate the ability to tumble- excess water. dry on low heat without the worry of shrinkage. Otherwise, follow 5. Lay flat to dry away from sunlight steps 4 and 5 under “Hand Washing and direct heat. Wool” for drying.

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Check the care label for stain and spot removal instructions and try to treat as soon as possible. First, dampen the area with cold water or seltzer, then blot dry with an absorbent clean cloth. If that doesn’t do the trick, here are some more specific tips on how to properly treat a variety of stains.

COCKTAILS BUTTER, GREASE OR SAUCES Dab lightly with an absorbent, lint-free cloth to Lightly scrape the surface of the stain with a spoon remove as much excess liquid as possible. Sponge or knife to remove any excess oil. Then soak a lint- the area sparingly with a mix of warm water and 1/2 free cloth in rubbing alcohol and gently dab the area. rubbing alcohol. BLOOD RED WINE OR FRUIT JUICE Remove excess blood immediately with a damp Immediately dab the stain with a 3:1 mixture of sponge, then gently dab the area using undiluted rubbing alcohol and water. white vinegar followed by cold water.

BLACK COFFEE INK OR BALLPOINT PEN Mix equal parts alcohol and white vinegar and soak a Dab gently with a lint-free cloth soaked in white lint-free cloth in the solution. Gently dab the stained spirit. Repeat the action with a cloth soaked in area then apply pressure with an absorbent cloth to diluted white vinegar or rubbing alcohol. draw the coffee from the fabric. LIPSTICK OR MAKEUP CHOCOLATE, WHITE COFFEE OR TEA Rub gently with a lint-free cloth soaked in turpentine Dab gently around the edge of the stain with a cloth or spot cleaning spray or fluid. Rinse with mild soapy soaked in rubbing alcohol. Then follow instructions water. for black coffee.

Takeaways

01 Check label for care instructions 03 Steam wool to remove wrinkles

02 Use cold water for stain removal 04 Store clean in airtight container

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