Sweater

How Do You Protect A Sweater?

Place your sweater in a garment bag and leave it in overnight to kill odor-causing bacteria, fluff up the fibers and make it fresh enough to wear again. If you’re worried about moths, freeze your cashmere for 48 hours to kill any eggs or larvae. How do you maintain a sweater? Most sweaters should be […]

Do Moths Eat Sweaters?

The adult moths lay their eggs — lots and lots of eggs — on keratin-rich materials so that the larvae will have plenty of nourishment as they grow. Webbing clothes moth larvae spin little tunnels that they travel through as they devour your sweaters and coats. How do I protect my sweaters from moths? Once […]

How Do You Preserve A Wool Sweater?

The best way to store wool sweaters is to fold them. Then you can decide how you want to store them—bin, box, vacuum bag—and where. Folding them helps keep their shape and also prevents wrinkles. Should wool sweaters be stored in plastic? The best way to protect winter garments such as sweaters, scarves, or even […]

Can Plus Size Wear A Sweater Dress?

Fortunately, more and more plus-size winterwear options have been popping up and plus-size sweater dresses are no exception. Sweater dresses are more than just easy to throw on cold weather frocks — they actually do what their name implies, and act as the full-body warmers we’ve always dreamed of. What clothes are most flattering for […]

Why Are Wool Sweaters Itchy?

Wool fibers have a scaly surface and which can lead to irritation when it comes in contact with skin. It all boils down to the strength of the fiber. Thick, stiff fibers do not bend, which leads to itching and irritation. How do you stop wool sweaters from itching? Massage hair conditioner into the fibers […]

Does Fabric Softener Work On Itchy Sweaters?

Using the Hair Conditioner Method Just as conditioner softens dry hair, it can soften itchy or scratchy fibers in your favorite wool garments. This method essentially involves deep conditioning your clothing. Does Fabric Softener help with itchy clothes? So is there a way to soften clothing that is stiff, itchy, scratchy, or just otherwise not […]

Is An Acrylic Sweater Itchy?

Most acrylic fabric does not feel itchy. Textile sciences have invented methods to make an acrylic fiber super fine, soft, and comfortable. This material may even feel less itchy than actual wool! Is acrylic good for a sweater? Sweaters made of natural fibers like cashmere, wool, or cotton are best. The top recommendation from the […]

Why Is My Wool Sweater Shedding?

Alas, shedding is simply the nature of wool and cashmere. While it’s unlikely to shut down the shedding process fully until the sweater has lost all its excess fibers, there are a few other proactive steps you can take to make wearing your new piece more enjoyable and less annoying. How do I stop my […]

How Do You Revive A Pilled Sweater?

Place the garment on a flat surface and then use a small pair of scissors or a razor blade to carefully remove fluff and pills. If you’re worried about damaging the sweater, you can find something that will remove the pills more gently, such as a fine-tooth comb, pumice stone, or even a fruit zester. […]

Why Is My Cotton Sweater Stiff?

Cotton yarn creates warm, durable sweaters, but it can be stiff. Knitters and crocheters who work with cotton yarn know that it lacks the stretchiness of wool, which can leave the finished product feeling somewhat rigid. A cotton sweater that was once soft can become stiffened from line drying or lack of washing. How do […]

Can I Hang Sweaters To Dry?

It’s usually recommended that you not dry sweaters in a clothes dryer. So where does that leave us? Often the best solution is to hang a sweater to allow it to dry. Knowing how to hang sweaters to dry is important to prevent having your sweater stretch out of shape while it dries. What is […]

Why Is My Sweater No Longer Soft?

An improper washing technique and line-drying can make your woollen sweaters lose their softness and shape. Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. It is essential to know how to take care of your woollen clothes to make them last longer. How do I get the softness back in my sweater? It’s So Fluffy: 7 […]