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Wool is biodegradable - this brings advantages and disadvantages!
Wool is biodegradable - this brings advantages and disadvantages!
RESHARE: Refreshing wool the old-fashioned way ❄️🤍☁️ Did you know you can naturally freshen up wool, carpets, lambskin, or even fur in the snow? Make sure it’s dry snow, not wet, for the best results. Why snow works better than just airing out: Snow fluffs up the fibers, lifts dirt and odors, and gives your pieces a soft, airy feel that simple frost air can’t fully achieve. No snow? No problem! Place sweaters in a bag and pop them in the freezer, or simply take them out for a crisp, frosty airing - still refreshing, just not quite the fluff factor. A natural, gentle way to revive your favorite pieces - just like generations have done before! #experiencewool #americanwool #laundrycare #snow 🎥: @annes.universe
RESHARE: Refreshing wool the old-fashioned way ❄️🤍☁️ Did you know you can naturally freshen up wool, carpets, lambskin, or even fur in the snow? Make sure it’s dry snow, not wet, for the best results. Why snow works better than just airing out: Snow fluffs up the fibers, lifts dirt and odors, and gives your pieces a soft, airy feel that simple frost air can’t fully achieve. No snow? No problem! Place sweaters in a bag and pop them in the freezer, or simply take them out for a crisp, frosty airing - still refreshing, just not quite the fluff factor. A natural, gentle way to revive your favorite pieces - just like generations have done before! #experiencewool #americanwool #laundrycare #snow 🎥: @annes.universe
Most people think wool burns fast… 🧐 But watch this. Real wool doesn’t melt. It slowly burns… and smells like burnt hair. If it melts into a hard bead — it’s synthetic. Break the ash. Soft means natural. Hard means fake. Wool never melts.😊
Most people think wool burns fast… 🧐 But watch this. Real wool doesn’t melt. It slowly burns… and smells like burnt hair. If it melts into a hard bead — it’s synthetic. Break the ash. Soft means natural. Hard means fake. Wool never melts.😊
Gosh if I only knew!!!! I’m not kidding when I say I ruined hundreds of dollars in wool. The information about scouring wool when I started was this….stuff as much wool you can in a vessel, use dish soap, laundry detergent or even *gasp* simples green.Even a really big fiber person said to use baking soda to whiten wool! That was a disaster and on loooong, expensive locks! I took matters into my own hands and started the deep dive of researching how big, I mean really big, commercial mills scoured wool. What are they doing that I could replicate in my home on a much smaller level? I also read many published textile papers on wool, their chemical makeup and what harms or does not harm it. After many months, if not years, of trial and error I cracked the code for the home scourer. I wrote a book, made an online class to use along side the book and even developed a scouring certification course for those that wanted to go deeper. My book, The Art of Washing Wool, Mohair and Alpaca, I’m proud to say is 5-star rated and it’s on Amazon. The online courses can be found at the Camaj School of Fiber Arts. No more ruined wool…ever! Join the thousands of fiber folk that are scouring like a boss.#camajfiberarts #camajschooloffiberarts #scourlikeaboss
Gosh if I only knew!!!! I’m not kidding when I say I ruined hundreds of dollars in wool. The information about scouring wool when I started was this….stuff as much wool you can in a vessel, use dish soap, laundry detergent or even *gasp* simples green.Even a really big fiber person said to use baking soda to whiten wool! That was a disaster and on loooong, expensive locks! I took matters into my own hands and started the deep dive of researching how big, I mean really big, commercial mills scoured wool. What are they doing that I could replicate in my home on a much smaller level? I also read many published textile papers on wool, their chemical makeup and what harms or does not harm it. After many months, if not years, of trial and error I cracked the code for the home scourer. I wrote a book, made an online class to use along side the book and even developed a scouring certification course for those that wanted to go deeper. My book, The Art of Washing Wool, Mohair and Alpaca, I’m proud to say is 5-star rated and it’s on Amazon. The online courses can be found at the Camaj School of Fiber Arts. No more ruined wool…ever! Join the thousands of fiber folk that are scouring like a boss.#camajfiberarts #camajschooloffiberarts #scourlikeaboss
This video is a bit long, so cheers to anyone who stays interested long enough to watch the whole thing! I will probably do some more informational videos later with shorter, more digestible clips - but I wanted to get this one out there for my fellow nerds who want something more comprehensive. Also, the term we use for this property I describe is ADSORPTION (as opposed to absorption). I will try to find some some good references to pin here as well. #wool #naturalfibers #slowfashion
This video is a bit long, so cheers to anyone who stays interested long enough to watch the whole thing! I will probably do some more informational videos later with shorter, more digestible clips - but I wanted to get this one out there for my fellow nerds who want something more comprehensive. Also, the term we use for this property I describe is ADSORPTION (as opposed to absorption). I will try to find some some good references to pin here as well. #wool #naturalfibers #slowfashion
How well do you know wool? 🐑 True or False: Wool wicks away moisture naturally while you sleep. Comment below
How well do you know wool? 🐑 True or False: Wool wicks away moisture naturally while you sleep. Comment below
Most people think wool burns fast… But watch this. Real wool doesn’t melt. It slowly burns… and smells like burnt hair. If it melts into a hard bead — it’s synthetic. Break the ash. Soft means natural. Hard means fake. Wool never melts.
Most people think wool burns fast… But watch this. Real wool doesn’t melt. It slowly burns… and smells like burnt hair. If it melts into a hard bead — it’s synthetic. Break the ash. Soft means natural. Hard means fake. Wool never melts.
wool washing in dry snow is: — eco-friendly — removes odors — kills pests — lifts dirt — prevents shrinking you’re welcome!! Iceland, Scandinavia, wool washing, babaa, natural fibers
wool washing in dry snow is: — eco-friendly — removes odors — kills pests — lifts dirt — prevents shrinking you’re welcome!! Iceland, Scandinavia, wool washing, babaa, natural fibers
How to Wash Your Wool Gilet Wool is naturally dirt-repellent and breathable, so it doesn’t need to be washed very often. Often, simply airing it out outdoors for a few hours is enough to refresh it. However, if your gilet needs a proper clean, here is the safest way to do it to keep it looking beautiful and fluffy: 1. Spot Clean First If there is only a small mark, try spot-cleaning it first. Use a damp cloth and a tiny drop of mild wool detergent to gently dab the area. Avoid rubbing harshly, as this can mat the wool. 2. Hand Washing (Highly Recommended) Fill a clean basin or sink with cold or lukewarm water. Never use hot water, as heat will cause the wool to shrink. Add a small amount of a specialist wool detergent (like Woolite). Never use biological detergents, bleach, or fabric softeners. Submerge the gilet and gently squeeze the soapy water through the fabric. Do not wring, rub, or scrub the wool. Rinse thoroughly in clean, cool water until all the soap is gone. 3. Machine Washing (Proceed with Caution) If your washing machine has a dedicated, trusted wool cycle, you can use it, but hand washing is always safer. Select the “Wool” or “Hand Wash” cycle. Ensure the temperature is set to cold (30°C or below) and the spin cycle is turned off or on the absolute lowest setting. 4. Drying (Crucial Step) Never wring or twist out the water. Instead, lay the wet gilet flat on a clean, dry bath towel. Roll the towel up with the gilet inside and gently press down to absorb the excess moisture. Unroll it and gently reshape the gilet while it is still damp. Lay it flat to dry on a fresh towel or a mesh drying rack. Keep away from direct heat (like radiators or hair dryers) and direct sunlight, as these can damage the fibers. Never tumble dry.
How to Wash Your Wool Gilet Wool is naturally dirt-repellent and breathable, so it doesn’t need to be washed very often. Often, simply airing it out outdoors for a few hours is enough to refresh it. However, if your gilet needs a proper clean, here is the safest way to do it to keep it looking beautiful and fluffy: 1. Spot Clean First If there is only a small mark, try spot-cleaning it first. Use a damp cloth and a tiny drop of mild wool detergent to gently dab the area. Avoid rubbing harshly, as this can mat the wool. 2. Hand Washing (Highly Recommended) Fill a clean basin or sink with cold or lukewarm water. Never use hot water, as heat will cause the wool to shrink. Add a small amount of a specialist wool detergent (like Woolite). Never use biological detergents, bleach, or fabric softeners. Submerge the gilet and gently squeeze the soapy water through the fabric. Do not wring, rub, or scrub the wool. Rinse thoroughly in clean, cool water until all the soap is gone. 3. Machine Washing (Proceed with Caution) If your washing machine has a dedicated, trusted wool cycle, you can use it, but hand washing is always safer. Select the “Wool” or “Hand Wash” cycle. Ensure the temperature is set to cold (30°C or below) and the spin cycle is turned off or on the absolute lowest setting. 4. Drying (Crucial Step) Never wring or twist out the water. Instead, lay the wet gilet flat on a clean, dry bath towel. Roll the towel up with the gilet inside and gently press down to absorb the excess moisture. Unroll it and gently reshape the gilet while it is still damp. Lay it flat to dry on a fresh towel or a mesh drying rack. Keep away from direct heat (like radiators or hair dryers) and direct sunlight, as these can damage the fibers. Never tumble dry.
See how to comb wool. @woolandwoodwork
See how to comb wool. @woolandwoodwork
Just a opinion from a wool advocate and enthusiast #wool #sheep
Just a opinion from a wool advocate and enthusiast #wool #sheep
A little bit of TLC will keep your clothes functional for longer. Feel free to ask me your wool care questions 🐑 The before photo is in stories. #clothescare #darning
A little bit of TLC will keep your clothes functional for longer. Feel free to ask me your wool care questions 🐑 The before photo is in stories. #clothescare #darning
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