1. Introduction Wool is a favourite natural fiber because of its warmth, hardness and softness. Wool clothing, from cozy sweaters to dressy coats, to scarves and socks, is an everyday wardrobe essential that can be used year after year with proper care. Although washing wool requires good care, drying is just as important to retain …
1. Introduction Wool has long been prized as one of the most diverse and widely used natural fibres on the planet. Known for its warmth, hardness and softness, it has served humankind well, from prehistoric times to contemporary fashion. Wool is used for everything from warm woollen sweaters and scarves to fancy suits and resilient …
1. Introduction Woollen sweaters are a wardrobe staple and both comfortable and stylish. Woolen garments, warm, durable and breathable, were once a staple of winter fashion. They can be worn from winter coats to smart casual clothes and, since they help keep your body cool, they’re extremely useful. Yet for all these attributes, woollen sweaters …
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1. Introduction Wool is a soft, warm, long-lasting material that is both soft and luxurious. But even with these virtues, wool garments require special handling, especially in storage. Moths are the greatest enemy of woolens, particularly those kept away for the winter. Moths and their larvae can ruin wool fabrics, leaving holes and irreversible scars. …
1. Introduction Wool is a favorite material, because it’s soft, warm and smooth. Whether in sweaters, scarves, blankets or coats, wool clothing is a cost-benefit investment. But taking care of wool demands particular care. Natural wool fibers, though resilient, can easily be torn apart by cleaning errors, and stains quickly take the life out of …
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1. Introduction Wool is a natural, soft fabric that is warm, luxurious and versatile. It’s usually worn in sweaters, scarves, coats, and blankets, giving warmth and style during cold seasons. But wool clothes are loved for their softness but they’re very sensitive, at least when it comes to washing. Use the wrong detergent and you’ll …
1. Introduction Wool is one of nature’s most loved natural fibres, for its warmth, gentleness and irresistibility. Wool can be used for all sorts of purposes ranging from sweaters to blankets. But its brittle nature calls for careful handling, for lack of care is the cause of one of wool’s worst curses: shrinkage. Most of …
1. Introduction Wool is an extremely fine, soft, long-lasting natural fibre that is prized for its warmth, softness and durability. But care for wool garments can be a struggle, because washing it improperly can shrink, felt or even harm them. Whether it’s a sweater, a scarf or a beloved blanket, wool needs to be washed …
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Introduction Wool is among the oldest and most widely-used materials in traditional and traditional handicrafts. Its softness, warmth and stretchiness have made it a popular medium for makers and craftsmen around the globe. From weaving and spinning through knitting and felting to today’s yarns, wool has been at the heart of everything from practical clothes …
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Introduction Wool, a soft and natural fibre, has many uses. Often associated with clothing and upholstery, wool can be more useful in industry because of its resistance to heat and fire. With its resistance to high temperatures, flames and ability to perform under high temperatures, wool is an ideal material for use in industries where …