Sweater

For an artful but nonchalant look, layer mock necks with other sweaters. Give a sophisticated edge to the classic crewneck, and coincidingly, a more casual vibe to the mock neck. If you have a wider, loose collar, you can even double up on the necked sweaters with a thin mock neck shirt under a heavier […]

The easiest way to do this is to put the affected items into a sealed plastic bag and place them in the freezer for a few days. Then take the bags out and let them return to room temperature, before repeating the process. How do you get rid of cashmere moths? It’s always good to […]

Before they grow into adults, moth larvae will need to feed – and they have quite a specific diet. They’re on the lookout for materials which contain keratin. Wool, silk, fur and cashmere are common targets, but they’ll avoid synthetic fibres such as polyester, spandex and nylon – due to their lack of keratin. Do […]

Cashmere. Cashmere is a type of wool fabric that is made from cashmere goats and pashmina goats. Cashmere is a natural fiber known for its extremely soft feel and great insulation. What type of fabric is really soft? Some of the softest fabrics are cotton, bamboo, wool, and silk. Other soft fabrics include modal and […]

According to the Mohs scale, talc, also known as soapstone, is the softest mineral; it is composed of a stack of weakly connected sheets that tend to slip apart under pressure. What is the softest fabric? Pima cotton is made of long fibers that are considered some of the finest in the world. This means […]

The KonMari Method in 5 Steps Discarding by category comes first. Break a category into subcategories as necessary. Keep only those things that spark joy. After you’ve finished discarding, organize your space thoroughly and completely. Do it all in one go. What are the KonMari method steps? Rule 1: Commit Yourself to Tidying Up. The […]

It’s a reference to a meme where you have a pie chart showing the answers to a question – one part of the chart is blue (or another color that’s not red) and it gives one answer, e.g., “yes,” and the other part of the pie chart is red and you would normally expect it […]

Fleece fabric. Fleece fabric, often called sweatshirt fleece, is another popular material used to make loungewear and casual clothing like sweatshirts and sweatpants. Like french terry fabric, yarn loops are created on the back side of the fabric when fleece is made, and this becomes the inside of the garment. Which fabric sweatshirt is best? […]

merino wool sweaters. We already know that merino wool sweaters are the least likely to pill. That’s because the fibers are stronger and thus more tightly woven together. Does all cashmere pill? Pilling is inevitable All cashmere, no matter how good the quality, is prone to pilling. Keep a comb on hand to deal with […]

What it smells like: a sweet, crisp, tropical oasis. Fragrance notes: desert cactus flower petals, fresh sparkling citrus and warm vanilla coconut. What does cactus blossom smell like? Floral. Sweet. This floral fragrance is everything you need when you’re looking for a refreshing summer-inspired scent. Cactus Blossom effortlessly blends notes of cactus flower petal, sun-kissed […]

It’s not a necessity, comes at a premium and feels really, really good. There is no getting around the fact that it’s an indulgence. However, it’s a luxury with real value over time. If you think of your clothing as a cost-per-wear investment, cashmere may turn out to be the “cheapest” pieces in your closet. […]

Steaming is the ideal way to finish delicate fabrics such as silk and silk-like synthetics, which cannot stand up to the intense, direct heat of an iron. Similarly, wool, cashmere, and wool-like synthetics should be steamed after washing to smooth any wrinkles and fluff the yarns. How do you take care of 100% cashmere? We […]

Cashmere doesn’t wrinkle, making it an ideal fabric for travel clothing, when you won’t always have an iron on hand. Cashmere drapes beautifully and due to it’s lightweight nature and resistance to wrinkles, it’s a fabric that always looks elegant and flattering. How do you get the wrinkles out of cashmere? Steaming is actually the […]

How do you warm up (literally) before playing? Brr! I get a few of those chemical hand warmers (the ones you take out of the packet and they start to warm up) and place one in each pocket. Stick your hands in your pockets to warm them up a bit. How do guitarists keep their […]

Riptide is played in standard tuning with a capo on the first fret, and the song uses the chords Am, G, C, and F. The F chord is only used during the bridge section of the song. All the other portions of the song are just Am, G, and C. The strum pattern is a […]

If you live in an area where it gets freezing cold in the winter, this change in winter and fall weather could damage your guitar’s finish by causing cracks. You must protect your instrument from freezing cold at all costs. The best thing is to keep it in its case, especially if you have to […]

Air squats. These are gonna ramp up circulation all over. If your body is cold, how can you expect your fingers to warm up? Forget jumping jacks; you need a bigger burn, and squats will increase your body temperature faster. How do I keep my hands warm while playing guitar? Cold hands make guitar playing […]

Rose. Why: Apparently, the bulk of the US population digs the smell of musky rose water. The most popular B&BW body mist, Rose has loyal fans all across the country — from Maine to Colorado — who can’t get enough of the blend of rose and jasmine petals that dries down to the faintest note […]

2. Paired with skinny jeans. We love contrasting a looser fitting cashmere sweater with some skinny jeans and a pair of white trainers or winter boots. It’s a simple look that is easy to throw on and will have you looking stylish with minimal effort. What is the best color for a cashmere sweater? Top […]

Whatever you do, don’t put cashmere in the dryer unless you need it to shrink a lot. And even then, only use a low-heat dryer cycle. The dryer can cause over-shrinking and can even further damage the fibers, especially if you use high heat. What happens if you put cashmere in dryer? Cashmere is very […]