HOW TO TAKE CARE OF WOOL & CASHMERE | pilling, moths, washing & home dry-cleaning | Beate Myburgh
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- čas přidán 6. 04. 2021
- As a young girl I've always wanted to have wool and cashmere items. My mum reminded me that if I wanted fancy clothes I need to take special care of them. Of course it is easy to make mistakes in the early years of owning wool and cashmere, it is a tricky fabric to work with in comparison to your basic cotton T-shirt. The benefits of wool and cashmere definitely outweigh the extra bit of care that you have to put into them. Wool and cashmere is in a different league when it comes to performance in different weather conditions and the length of time it is able to look pristine. My grandmother recently gave me a beautiful coat that she bought vintage, I now have the privilege of wearing the coat knowing it is decades old. It's 100% wool and I will have it forever.
VIDEO BREAKDOWN
00:44 wool & cashmere as a fabric
01:44 storing it correctly
02:32 let the fabric breathe
03:22 protecting it from bugs and getting holes
04:29 cleaning, air it out (dry cleaning)
05:51 pilling
07:15 cleaning, washing it at home
11:15 creasing
11:34 maintaining cleanliness
Soap Recommendations:
Wool and Cashmere Shampoos: amzn.to/3MQ3LnH
Woolite: amzn.to/3MqNDsv
Delicate Wash: amzn.to/3xRTP8J
Combs: amzn.to/377tfO7
I hope that this video either give you some confidence in cleaning your cashmere at home, saved you from making mistakes or answered some of your existing questions.
If I haven't answered your question please leave your questions down below and I'm happy to get to them.
Beate xx
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You have such a cute saffa accent, don't stop making videos, this is helpful
I am going to pay special attention to my wool cardigan now that I've learned from you. Thank you for the washing care, air-drying tips, and folding.
I just thrift a 100% Kashmir sweater! I'm so excited thank you for this video! (Thrifted for $4.99 originally $149.99 😎)
That is awesome!
This is the best feeling when you find treasures while thrifting 😊
Same! Today I found a 200$ cashmere sweater for about 3$
Very helpful! Thank you for the great step by step instructions!!!
Glad it was helpful!
This is helpful! Thank you! 😊
Very very helpful 😊 thank you
That’s helpful thank you ❤
Such a useful video :) thank you
Glad it was helpful!
thank you!! great info!!
Glad it was helpful!
Amazing content, tnx u
Hi! Loved the video, do you mind sharing what garment bags or boxes you recommend to store wool/cashmere? Had no idea moths were attracted to this and had an occurrence of moth larvae. Live in a nyc apartment so don't have a ton of space. Appreciate any help!
Very helpful tips. I watched this video after I threw my winter coat in the washing machine and ruined it.
Nooo I'm so sorry 😢
@@BeateMyburgh 😀 thanks
Just thrifted my angora top and it’s in mint condition 🎉 should I wash it in case it has scabies? Or is it naturally anti microbial?
Is there another way to remove if you don’t have a comb?
I've tried the cedar chips and the lavendar sachets. They did not work for me.
thank you for your video. so do you think if I put some lavender sachets near my sweaters that will be sufficient to keep moths away? I had had a cashmere sweater before that was in my closet and there were holes in it but I didn't put any bug repellents at the time. And do you think food on the sweaters increases chances of bugs making holes in the sweaters?
Food residue absolutely increases chances of bugs
Hi Beate, thanks for this video! Would you use the same way of washing and maintenance for merino wool clothing? Also I was wondering, since I have a few merino wool tshirts, how often would you wash those? Since you wear a tshirt straight on your body (unlike a sweater where you wear something underneath it usually) i tend to wash them every other day but i think that may be way to much maybe. Thanks for your informative and practical videos!
Hi Nina
Thanks for supporting the channel! Yes you can wash your merino wool the same way as in the video.
The t-shirts: I propose a few test runs. First, you can leave it out on a drying rack or chair over night (fresh air through the item is even better), that could potentially get rid of any odor as animal hairs are self cleaning to a great extent. Secondly you can try using a spray between washes such as: www.thelaundress.com/wool-and-cashmere-spray-4-fl-oz.html to prolong the cleanliness.
If you've taken these steps and still feel it needs a wash then do so with a wool/ animal hair detergent. Good luck!
Ok i’ll do that, thanks! 😃
Hi, thanks for the video, very structured and complete. I just have one question. I recently bought an electric lint remover (fabric shaver fuzz). I intended to use it in my favorite cashmere jumper and before to give that step I would like to consult you if this is a feasible option or it will damage the fabric?
Thanks in advance!
Hi! I have not used an electric shaver in a very long time, but I know many people do with great success. I suggest starting in an inconspicuous place (such as the armhole) and seeing how it works, before continuing over the entire piece.
@@BeateMyburgh thank you for your prompt response :-) I will do that!
I Love all your videos ☺️ you are doing great!
Cheers
@@EG-qq4gw Happy to be of help. Love that you love it :)
did you have any success with this method? :)
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Just washed my cashmere sweater for the first time after wearing it in winter. I have one more to wash and scarf and a hat also.
I have that comb although it feels like it’s too sharp or I don’t know how to use it correctly…
Hi. Watch a few videos on how to comb it before starting (and start with a small section that is not too visible). For example at the armpit. Here are two more videos from brands I trust: czcams.com/video/25g6WgMgh_E/video.html
@@BeateMyburgh oh thank you 😊
Great video. I have a couple cashmere sweaters. Hardly worn, one I've worn once and it now has small holes right wear its completely visible. I'm so sad. Over the past couple years I've been trying to be conscious about my purchases. Where would I get the bar soda for storage?
Hey Linda, I'm so sorry! The holes can be from bugs; try use lavender or soaps in between your clothing. I don't know what you mean by 'bar soda'?
@@BeateMyburgh oh I meant bar soap. Lol! Thank you for your reply.
how to unshrink a 100% cashmere top? It got shrunk & became a kid's clothing huhu
You can hang a cashmere & wool blend overcoat right??
I do mine, I think a coat is much thicker & sturdier than a sweater so hanging it wouldn't deform it :)
Great video! Where can we find on of those special combs? I really need one to take better care of my pieces 😊
Thank you.
Here is a couple of links:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HS3XXBZ?pf_rd_r=5SEABAEDGY4JM2NMWG44&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=c4732bea-aef8-4978-9457-7d1d9a500180&pd_rd_w=dIAZl&pd_rd_wg=bwLjB&ref_=pd_gw_unk
www.thelaundress.com/sweater-comb.html
If you don't have Amazon where you live then go to either a fabric store or haberdashery, and ask them for the fabric combs. Hope you come right!
Thank you so much, will try to find one in the fabric store near my place 😊
I understood everything, but that part where you said, i quote: „wota“ what did you exactly mean by this?! Thanks
The laundress just discontinued the wool and cashmere shampoo. I’ve used it for years. Is baby shampoo a good alternative?
Hi Melissa
I didn't even know. Thank you for letting me know. I am going to buy a spare. I've heard people use baby shampoo; I haven't tried it myself. I used to use Woolite (very good option). I think Delicate (Lady) wash by The Laundress is also a good option.
Woolite: amzn.to/3MqNDsv
Delicate Wash: amzn.to/3xRTP8J
:)
Found one more: steamery.us/collections/shop-all/products/steamery-delicate-wash-detergent
I am a knitter and can say that the actual top-quality fiber cashmere sweater costs a lot - between 500 and 2000 euros. Even though, I know a lot about delicate wool care, I still recommend giving the items to dry cleaner. Maybe wash it once or twice, to fluff up the fibers even more, but then only dry clean when needed. This way The item will last for many many years instead of 3-4. But of course, if you buy a low/middle-class cashmere sweater that costs between 150-200 euros, maybe it's okay to wash it at home. Still, I knit my own sweaters and only buying yarn costs me at least 300 euros, so I give my items to a dry cleaner :)
Very cool! I recently bought yarn to knit with (as a hobby). I bought a brand called Rowan. I am still waiting for it to arrive. Do you have favorite brands/ stores you can recommend?
Hey I know this is completely unrelated and you probably have done something about this already. I noticed that one of your finger nails is developing a bit of a clubbed shape. If you have not, I would recommend you speak to your doctor as this is one of the signs of lung, cardiovascular, or even a liver condition. Sorry to bring it up, but, in the slim chance you haven't get it checked on and it wasn't caused by trauma, I thought its better I say something and you catch it early.
Hi, thank you for your concern. Luckily I know what it is, my finger was cut off by a gate when I was five years old. So it is trauma from many years ago. Luckily the doctors attached the fingertip, but it looks different from my other fingers. 🙂
@@BeateMyburgh oh wow. I'm glad they managed to reattach it, it honestly doesn't look it at all, I would have never guessed. I also had a similar incident with a gate closing on my finger at 2 years of age. Luckily my finger didn't completely fall off, it was still attached by some soft tissue, but I still have a very deep scar across my finger from that time.
Beate:
Can u please explain why the family was involving themselves since before I even left NYC?
My parents don’t even wanna raise the heat in the house but I’m supposed to believe it was their idea to rent a whole ass vehicle and drive me to Virginia
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Let him answer.
When the queen showed up, Duke police were blocking the door.
Good content, but The audio is problematic. Way too much echo.