Caring for your sweaters

A well-treated sweater is worn for years. Here are the simple habits that keep your knits soft — and the borrowed sweater in good shape.

Washing

• Wool or delicate cycle, 30 °C max, reduced spin (600 rpm maximum)
• Gentle detergent, no fabric softener
• Inside out, with similar colors

Hot washing felts wool and shrinks the knit. Cold = happy sweater.

Drying & storing

• Never a tumble dryer: dry flat on a towel, away from direct sunlight
• Fold your sweaters rather than hanging them — hangers stretch the shoulders
• Cedar or lavender in the wardrobe: a natural, nice-smelling moth repellent

Pilling

Pilling is normal on knits. A fabric shaver or a knit comb is all you need — never pull on loose threads.