1. Hand wash
A cold-water hand wash is advised for delicate knits such as angora.
- Use a mild detergent, without bleach, dyes or enzymes
- Do not agitate or wring the item, be gentle
- Avoid lifting the item out of the washing bowl as the weight of the water can stretch and distort the weave
Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Fill the sink or bathtub with lukewarm water.
- Add a tablespoon of clear natural soap or a mild detergent (like baby shampoo).
- Swirl the water around to mix the soap into the water & make it a little sudsy.
- Place the angora item into the water. Push down on it & gently squeeze, use the same action as if you were kneading dough. Continue to do this all over the entire item. Do not twist or pull.
- Let the water out of the sink or bathtub and refill with clean water, press down & gently squeeze the item.
- Let the water out of the sink or tub.
- Press down on the item to remove some of the excess water. Do not twist or wring.
- Place the angora item between two clean and dry towels. Gently roll and press to get rid of the last bits of excess water.
