"Although I thought it wasn't possible, this winter my love of knitwear hit new heights. The hardest working item in my wardrobe was a black, oversized fine wool T-shirt. I wore it over my workout gear, with blazers to meetings and layered beneath a thick cable knit when writing at home. I took to sleeping in a cashmere-silk blended singlet if that sounds lush, it really is."
"For hand washing, fill a tub or sink with cold water and a mild detergent. Webb recommends the Wool and Delicate Wash from the Dirt Company. Then submerge the garment and gently move it around. But quickly, only for a few minutes, Webb says. Do not soak. Next rinse the garment under cold water (warm water is likely to cause shrinkage), then gently squeeze as much water out of"
Knitwear must be cleaned thoroughly before storage because fibres can be damaged or discoloured by dirt and stains that attract moths. Machine-washable knits should be laundered on a cold wool cycle with a wool-specific detergent. Hand washing requires cold water, a mild detergent, brief gentle movement without soaking, and cold rinses to reduce shrinkage. After washing, garments should be gently squeezed to remove excess water. Both clothing and storage spaces should be kept clean before folding knits away. Proper care preserves texture, prevents mould and moth damage, and ensures garments remain wearable next season.
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