A vast majority of the products I make are created with 100%, vegan-friendly acrylic yarn; these pieces will not shrink and could technically be washed, dried and worn over and over again. However, there are a few of my 'chunkier' pieces that are crafted with a wool/acrylic blend and require a bit more care. Ultimately, I wanted to create a care plan that could apply to every piece you purchase from the shop.
The best method for washing any piece bought from The Napping Hook is to hand wash items. If this is not feasible, washing materials on a gentle (or "hand wash") cycle on your machine will suffice.
A mild detergent should be used; baby detergent such as Dreft, is ideal. If you are handwashing the item, you may even use a baby shampoo. Again, regular laundry detergent can be used, but over time, this will take it's toll on the sheen of your piece. All pieces should be washed in cold water, regardless of method.
Pieces made with acrylic yarn can be dried in a conventional dryer; for some pieces this may soften and loosen the piece. I typically like to dry my daughters' hats and blankets a few times because it tends to give them a loving 'swing'. For adult pieces, acrylic, wool or blended, items should be laid flat to dry. You may choose to blot dry with a towel first to remove excess moisture.
So just to recap:
- Hand wash/gentle cycle
- Mild detergent/cold water
- Blot dry/lay flat
- Wear/love/cherish!
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