Unroll the towel and lift the item off, carefully bringing it back to its original shape. Lay it flat on another dry towel to let it air dry completely. If you put your cashmere away for the summer, place it in an airtight container with cedar chips.
The wood will help ward off moths and prevent mustiness. To reverse any stretching, gently wash the sweater, then reshape it to the size you want—it will retain the new dimensions when it dries.
Steam the sweater between washes so it stays looking fresh. Want to rinse a smaller stain without washing the entire piece? Most marks should disappear if you blot the spot with baby shampoo, rinse it in cold water, and lay the sweater flat to dry. Contrary to another popular misconception about caring for and washing cashmere, the life of a piece of cashmere isn't over once it pills.
Use a fabric conditioner to protect the fibers and reduce friction that causes pills. Already noticing pills or fuzz? You can try a few methods to remove them: small scissors or a razor blade, fine-tooth comb, pumice stone, fruit zester, sweater comb, electric fabric shaver these are affordable and can come in handy for everything from removing pet hair to de-pilling throw blankets. Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. Turn the item inside out, and place it in a Mesh Washing Bag.
Felt needs to be washed on a delicate cycle. Select the woolens or delicate cycle on the washing machine, and make sure the water temperature is cold and the spin is on low. When wool fibers become loose, they form little balls or pills. Pilling is a direct result of friction which naturally occurs with movement , so the more you wear an item, the more likely it is to pill.
Always store knits folded to prevent stretching or distorting. Store jackets and suits using a solid structured hanger. Cashmere is susceptible to insect damage. Prevent bug and moth infestation by storing in a breathable Canvas Medium Zip Storage Bag with a zip closure. All techniques are based on textile science. Not all garments perform and react as science would predict. For a deep dive into the ins and outs of cashmere care, keep reading.
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To freshen between wearings, you can spray with our Cashmere Spray. This specially formulated fabric spray naturally repels bugs and moths. Always remember to wash your cashmere between seasons as moths love smelly clothes! For more information on caring and storing for your cashmere why not read our blog on how to care for cashmere clothing. New In. Our Story. Blog The Journal. Book Club. Shopping Bag. Washing Cashmere Always read the washing labels and understand what the washing symbols mean.
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