Knitwear Care 101
Mar 07, 2022
LifeWear
A how-to guide on taking care of your knits so they last for years to come.
Stretching. Pilling. Shrinking. If you love your knitwear, these three words are bad news for your wardrobe. Knitwear care is like an art - it takes patience and know-how, but it doesn’t have to be difficult!
Here are some guidelines for how to keep your knits in shape and feeling soft for many seasons to come.
Cotton, wool, cashmere, and even synthetic-blend knitwear will last longer if you keep them out of the machine and wash them gently by hand.
Hand wash your knits in cool or cold water with a light, wool-friendly detergent and do not wring them dry. Gently squeeze the water out of the garments and lay them flat on a towel or mesh drying rack to dry. The gentler you are in the process, the better it will keep its shape.
SHOP WOMEN'S KNITWEAR
Women's Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater
SHOP MEN'S KNITWEAR
Men's Extra Fine Merino Wool Crew Neck Long Sleeve Sweater
Here are some guidelines for how to keep your knits in shape and feeling soft for many seasons to come.
Wash Your Knits Less Often
Wear light layers under your knits to enable less frequent washing. If your knit encounters dirt or odours such as smoke, into your laundry basket it goes. Otherwise, only wash your knits after four or five wears.Three Words: Wash By Hand
Cotton, wool, cashmere, and even synthetic-blend knitwear will last longer if you keep them out of the machine and wash them gently by hand.
Easy Does It
Hand wash your knits in cool or cold water with a light, wool-friendly detergent and do not wring them dry. Gently squeeze the water out of the garments and lay them flat on a towel or mesh drying rack to dry. The gentler you are in the process, the better it will keep its shape.
SHOP WOMEN'S KNITWEAR
Women's Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater
SHOP MEN'S KNITWEAR
Men's Extra Fine Merino Wool Crew Neck Long Sleeve Sweater