How to care for wool garments:

Don't:

- wash in hot water (anything above room temp)
- dry in hot dryer
- hang until it drips most water off (if it's heavy from water it'll stretch while hung, threads may break)
- use any fancy, strong detergents (Tide!), bleach, any of those scented add-ons people add to final rinse
- let it spin for too long unless in a net bag (it'll stretch)
- dry in direct sunlight
- hang on heaters to dry
- wash with other items, wool should be washed with wool only
- use too much detergent

Do:

- wash in cold water by hand or in washing machine on gentle cycle but put the wool items in net bags
- let drip water off before hanging by leaving it at the edge of the sink, tub or lay in a basket
- alternatively lay flat on a towel
- alternatively tumble dry for 8-10 mins on lowest setting to let it get back into shape then hang to dry
- use wool specific detergent or the most plain, mild detergent you have, plain hair shampoo is good
- use a fan to speed up drying (airflow not heat!)
- store in ziplock bags for long-term storage

Adam