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Yarn Food

Hand Wash Kit Wool

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Expertly wash your handmades with our drainable hand wash basin and fibre-specific yarn detergent. Instead of straining garment fibres by pulling them out of a sink and wringing your project, the drainable hand wash basin allows you to open the hole at the bottom and gently press the garment to remove water. The light-weight basin is then effortlessly folded into a flat position for easy storage.

Our Wool Wash is designed for yarn crafters to clean, nourish and preserve wool- and animal fibre yarns and their blends naturally. We’ve added lanolin to our natural no-rinse formula to feed moisture back into your woollies and animal fibre yarnments made from merino, cashmere, mohair, alpaca, angora, camel or other animal-based fibres. This way your items will stay soft, in shape and last you longer.

1. MORE BENEFITS

IDEAL FOR WET BLOCKING. Its yarn-specific formula helps animal fibre stitches relax and open up to blossom. Watch your patterns pop and achieve a finished and professional look every time.

EFFICIENT NATURAL FORMULA WITH UP TO 100 WASHES. The plant-derived, enzyme-, dye-, phosphate-, and sulphate free, biodegradable formula with added natural lanolin only needs 5ml - or 3 pumps - per wash which makes 500 ml go a long way.

PUMP BOTTLE FOR EASY MEASURE AND NO WASTE. The pump lid makes dispensing small amounts clean and easy. No more gloopy caps or fingers, just 3 pumps give you a clean and accurate measure every time. Say no to waste and yes to the planet.

PREPARES FOR WINTER STORAGE. The lavender essential oil will add an extra layer of protection against fibre-hungry moths. We recommend storing your winter woollies in breathable cotton storage bags and add moth repellents.

2. FRAGRANCE

The subtle, essential-oil based lavender fragrance makes your knit or crocheted items smell clean and fresh without overpowering the senses.

3. HOW TO USE

Fill your basin with one gallon, or 4.5 liters, of cold or lukewarm water. Add 3 pumps (5 ml) of Yarnfood Wool Wash and soak your garment for 20 minutes. Open the drain hole at the bottom and gently press your garment to remove excess water. Roll it up in a towel to squeeze the remaining moisture out. Lay flat or block to dry.

Washing machine: Suitable for regular or HE machines. Add 9 pumps (15ml) into detergent drawer or directly into the machine. Wash on wool or delicate cycle following your yarn’s care instructions.

4. KEY COMPONENTS

2-10% Anionic Surfactant, 2-10% Non-Ionic Surfactant, 2-10% Amphoteric Surfactant, Parfum, Linalool, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

Whilst blocking, the knitted fabric seemed to retain its integrity instead of stretching out of shape so this process was easier than with just water or with other wool detergents.
Gil

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NATURAL FIBRE CARE

Plant-derived with added lanolin; non-toxic, phosphate-, dye- and sodium laurel sulphate-free, biodegradable non bio detergent.
IDEAL FOR WET BLOCKING

Our yarn-specific formula lets plant fibres relax and stitches blossom for a professional look every time.
UP TO 100 WASHES

The efficient natural formula only needs 5ml - or 3 pumps - per wash which makes 500 ml go a long way.
NO-RINSE EASE

Save your precious fibres the strain of repeated rinsing. Simply soak, squeeze, and leave to dry. Job done.

FAQs

Why does the water look darker after soaking my knit socks?

Please always test your yarns for colourfastness before washing. The natural cleaning agents in the formula will gently remove grime and dirt from your garment, which will be visible in the basin when you remove your item from the water. For very soiled socks, you can repeat the soaking process twice, or until satisfied with the outcome.

CAN I SOAK MY SOCKS FOR MORE THAN 20 MINUTES?

In most cases it is safe to soak your socks for longer than 20 minutes, however, we always recommend checking the care information of the yarn you’ve used and special requirements.

Can I use YarnFood in the washing machine?

Yes, you can use Yarn Food in the washing machine on a wool or delicate cycle. Add 15 ml, or 9 pumps, either directly into the machine or into the detergent drawer. Your garments will still be cleaned and fed, but some of the nourishment may be washed out in the rinsing process, which is why
the hand-wash and soak option is the preferred method for Yarn Food.

Testimonials

Just removed my shawl from blocking boards. It feels lovely and softer than before soaking. I love that a small amount can be enough and that it does not create too much foam.
Hazel

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