Choosing and Caring for Down Comforters
Choosing a Down Comforter Although cleaning down items usually is not a problem, a comforter with poor construction and insufficient quilting can cause the down to shift, lose shape, or become matted. Inspect the comforter for these things before purchasing: Quilting – Quilting stitches should run both vertically and horizontally with quilting lines about 8–10 […]
Sweater Care – Part 2
Hanging your sweaters on a hanger or hook will leave them droopy, sagging, and out of shape. Instead, fold and store in a drawer. If you must hang your sweaters, fold them in half over a cardboard-crossbar hanger (like we do). We can block your sweaters back to shape when we finish them, and our gentle cleaning […]
Sweater Care
As the weather cools, the popularity of sweaters increases. Simple at-home care will keep your knits looking fresh. Remove lint and pet hairs by wrapping your hand with tape, sticky side out. Use your sticky hand, or a lint roller, for a clean look. Pills are removed with a pumice stone, scissors or simply shave them off with a razor. […]
