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To wash or not to wash

Do you wash your newly knitted item before you wear them? I know I do! I hand wash my knitted items immediately after I complete them before I store them. This way they are ready to wear. But the real … Continue reading

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Storage and care of hand knitted and crocheted items Part 2

We continue with how to care for hand knitted and crocheted items. I have only had one sweater that I knitted destroyed in a washing machine many years ago. Since I have no wish to relive the experience again and … Continue reading

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The care and storage of hand knitted / crocheted items Part 1

After completing your project, storing and washing your item will help keep them in in good condition. The key to keeping hand knitted items especially the wool and special natural fibres (alpaca, cashmere, mohair etc) is knowing when and how … Continue reading

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