Handwash and Block a Wool Sweater // Technique Tuesday

This video demonstrates how to hand wash a wool sweater, how to block it to the correct shape, how to store it, and how to discourage moth infestation.

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My knitting designs: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/rox...

My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (there is NO pattern)
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/Rox/...

My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm washing (there IS a pattern):
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/Rox/...

My Ravelry project page for the gray sweater folded up at the end (there is NO pattern): https://www.ravelry.com/projects/Rox/...

SHOW NOTES
Some of the products I used in the video are readily available. Some are not. I have created links to similar items, when I could find some. Note that any links to Amazon are affiliate links, where I may earn a small percentage of the sale, for qualifying purchases. Other links are not affiliate links, they're just for you to follow, if you so desire.

The kitty litter box I use for washing raw fleece (and the sweater I washed in this video): https://amzn.to/3uOJc1W

Link to article about the moth repellant qualities of lavender and rosemary
https://www.compoundchem.com/2017/07/...
If you follow the links in this article, you can read the scientific article he refers to.

Amazon has various sources for lavender buds and essential oils, and even pre-made lavender sachets:
https://amzn.to/3g2HMwy

Eucalan no-rinse wool wash (as well as other brands): https://amzn.to/3g4uCiB

Unicorn Power Scour, Fibre Wash, and Fibre Rinse: https://amzn.to/3dfNbyl

The quilter's ironing pad I have is no longer sold, but you can get grid fabric (by the yard) on etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/63193281...

Sweater drying rack: https://amzn.to/3aanLQN

0:00 Introduction
0: 32 Tools and Supplies
1:25 What kind of soap/detergent should I use?
4:04 Folding before washing
5:13 Rinsing (if necessary)
6:18 Extracting the water
8:08 Options for blocking surfaces
10:45 Blocking the sweater
13:55 Storage
14:29 Moth Prevention

If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.


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