Superwash Yarns

Machine wash on gentle cycle with mild detergent like Eucalan in cool to tepid water temp.  Do not use detergents with brighteners like Wool Light, Tide, etc. as these degrade the fibers and cause color fade.  Never use bleach.  To help fix color and remove odors add small amount of white vinegar to rinse water. Avoid excessive agitation as this causes felting and shrinkage.  Squeeze out excess water and lay flat to dry.  Do not dry in dryer.

Wool, Alpaca, Cashmere Yarns

Hand wash in cool to tepid water with mild detergent like Eucalan.  Do not use detergents with brighteners like Wool Light, Tide, etc. as these degrade the fibers and cause color fade.  Never use bleach.  To help fix color and remove odors add small amount of white vinegar to rinse water.  Avoid excessive manipulation or rubbing as this causes felting and shrinkage.  Squeeze out excess water and lay flat to dry.  Never dry in dryer.

Bast fibers and Cotton Yarns

Usually can be machine washed in tepid to warm water.  Avoid detergents with brighteners like Wool Light, Tide, etc. as these degrade the fibers and cause color fade.  Dry on low heat and press with medium setting iron if needed.

Silk or Silk content Yarns

Best hand washed in tepid to warm water.  Never use bleach on silk as this causes yellowing.  To brighten silk, use white vinegar in the rinse water.  Lay flat to dry. Excessive agitation will cause silk fibers to pill.