Wool Textiles

Wool is one of the earliest textiles ever used by humans, with evidence suggesting humans were weaving, wefting, washing, and wearing such garments since 10,000 BCE. Today, wool is favoured for its natural, and renewable properties that can be applied in many versatile ways within the textile industry. We sell an array of wool types, from mohair to merino, alpaca, and pure sheep’s wool. Caring for different types wool is similar across the board. It is important to follow these steps to ensure your blanket or scarf stays in the best condition possible, allowing you to enjoy it for many years, even decades.

It is always important to check for care labels included with a product — these will usually let you know if there is anything important to note that differs from the below process. To wash, we highly recommend hand washing. Lukewarm water up to 30ºC is suggested, but make sure to check for any mention otherwise. Use a wool-specific detergent if possible and gently squeeze and push the fabric around in your washing basin. For any stubborn stains, blot a wool-safe cleaning agent to the area, do not rub. For larger items, dry cleaning may be more appropriate.

To dry, wool should only be laid flat to avoid stretching or misshaped fibres. We recommend laying your wool textile onto an absorbent towel and rolling the two together to absorb excess water — be careful not to wring the knit, or squeeze too hard as this can cause warping in the wool’s structure. After, dry in a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight or heat as these can cause fading or shrinkage.