Caring for Merino
Nature’s Self-Sustaining Marvel:
Merino wool is a testament to nature’s ability to care for itself, having spent countless evolutionary cycles perfecting its resilience. Its natural properties not only make it a luxurious material but also offer unparalleled softness, breathability, and an inherent resistance to stains, wrinkles, and odours.
Merino wool is a testament to nature’s ability to care for itself, having spent countless evolutionary cycles perfecting its resilience. Its natural properties not only make it a luxurious material but also offer unparalleled softness, breathability, and an inherent resistance to stains, wrinkles, and odours.
Effortless Maintenance:
The beauty of Merino wool lies in its low-maintenance character. By understanding and catering to Merino’s unique characteristics, you ensure that your garment remains in its prime for longer. This not only helps in maintaining the quality and appearance of the garment but also contributes to sustainability by reducing the need for frequent replacements.
A few tips on how to maintain your knits:
Refreshing:
Refreshing:
Every now and then, your Merino garment might appreciate a breather. Whether you hang it outside for an hour or lay it flat on your bed, a short rest can refresh its appearance and feel.
Every now and then, your Merino garment might appreciate a breather. Whether you hang it outside for an hour or lay it flat on your bed, a short rest can refresh its appearance and feel.
Moth Management:
Moth Management:
During the warmer months, moths might take an interest in your precious Merino. Storing your garment in its cotton bag is a preventive measure. But if those pesky pests decide to get too comfortable, a day or two in the freezer will send them packing. It’s an eco-friendly way of giving moths a cold shoulder.
During the warmer months, moths might take an interest in your precious Merino. Storing your garment in its cotton bag is a preventive measure. But if those pesky pests decide to get too comfortable, a day or two in the freezer will send them packing. It’s an eco-friendly way of giving moths a cold shoulder.
Washing Made Easy:
Washing Made Easy:
Thanks to a specialised yarn treatment, your Merino garments can be gently machine washed without any risk of shrinking. This innovative approach ensures longevity and ease of care, further enhancing Merino’s reputation as a durable and convenient material.
Thanks to a specialised yarn treatment, your Merino garments can be gently machine washed without any risk of shrinking. This innovative approach ensures longevity and ease of care, further enhancing Merino’s reputation as a durable and convenient material.
Removing Pills:
Removing Pills:
Pills are the little bobbles that happen to fabric if you spend your days rubbing up against things. They should only appear once in the same spot. To get rid, run an electric fabric shaver or depilling comb over the area. Gently does it. Imagine giving a new-born their first parting. You
will end up with satisfying fluffballs on the comb. And a bobble-free sweater.
Pills are the little bobbles that happen to fabric if you spend your days rubbing up against things. They should only appear once in the same spot. To get rid, run an electric fabric shaver or depilling comb over the area. Gently does it. Imagine giving a new-born their first parting. You
will end up with satisfying fluffballs on the comb. And a bobble-free sweater.
Making Repairs:
Making Repairs:
We want for this garment to end up the oldest, best-loved item in your wardrobe. If you should find a hole, never fear. Get in touch and we will happily help you to fix it.
We want for this garment to end up the oldest, best-loved item in your wardrobe. If you should find a hole, never fear. Get in touch and we will happily help you to fix it.
End of Life:
Your knitwear is made to last a lifetime. But it is also totally biodegradable. Put it in the compost and it will be gone within the year. No compost heap at hand? Send it back to us. We will find it another home, recycle it, or find the next most environmentally friendly way to dispose of it.
Your knitwear is made to last a lifetime. But it is also totally biodegradable. Put it in the compost and it will be gone within the year. No compost heap at hand? Send it back to us. We will find it another home, recycle it, or find the next most environmentally friendly way to dispose of it.
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