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Cotton Care Kit

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Complete specialist care for washing, refreshing and reshaping cotton and other plant fibres.

The Yarn Food Cotton Care Kit brings together our 500 ml Cotton Wash, Cotton Blocking & Refresher Spray and drainable, fold-flat hand wash basin — giving you everything you need to care for cotton, linen, bamboo, hemp and other plant fibres and blends.

Use Cotton Wash when your garment needs a full clean. The drainable basin lets you release the wash water while the garment remains supported, helping reduce unnecessary lifting, stretching and handling of wet fibres.

Between washes, reach for the Cotton Blocking & Refresher Spray to freshen plant-fibre garments or help handmade pieces return to shape without repeating a full wet wash.

Both formulas contain cotton seed oil to help condition plant fibres and maintain their naturally soft, smooth feel, with a light, fresh citrus fragrance.

Ideal for handmade pieces, everyday cotton and linen garments, treasured items and anyone who wants a complete fibre-specific plant-care routine.

1. WHY YARN FOOD?

COMPLETE PLANT-FIBRE CARE IN ONE KIT
Full washing, refreshing and between-wash reshaping — with specialist products designed for cotton and other plant fibres.

A GENTLER WAY TO HAND WASH
The drainable basin lets you release the wash water while your garment remains supported inside, helping reduce unnecessary lifting, pulling and stretching of wet fibres.

WITH COTTON SEED OIL
Both Cotton Wash and Cotton Blocking & Refresher Spray contain cotton seed oil to help condition plant fibres and maintain their naturally soft, smooth feel.

NO REPEATED RINSING REQUIRED
Cotton Wash uses surfactants that loosen dirt from the fibres and suspend it in the wash water. When you drain the basin, the loosened dirt leaves with the water rather than settling back into the fibres. Because the formula is low-foaming, repeated rinsing isn’t needed.

This means less handling and agitation during washing, while allowing the conditioning ingredients to remain in the garment.

REFRESH BETWEEN WASHES
Not every cotton or linen garment needs a full wash after every wear. The spray provides a lighter-care option for freshening and reviving plant fibres between washes.

IDEAL FOR SPRAY BLOCKING
Our roots are in knitting, and the spray is ideal for reshaping handmade garments between washes — helping pieces that have stretched or relaxed through wear return to their intended shape without repeating a full wet block.

FOLDS FLAT FOR STORAGE
The lightweight basin collapses neatly when not in use.

2. FRAGRANCE

A light, fresh citrus fragrance across both Cotton Wash and Cotton Blocking & Refresher Spray, designed to leave cotton, linen and other plant fibres smelling clean without being overpowering.

3. HOW TO USE

COTTON WASH — HAND WASHING

  • Open the basin and fill with 5 litres of cold to tepid water.
  • Add 3–6 pumps (5–10 ml) of Cotton Wash.
  • Use 3 pumps / 5 ml for soft water.
  • Use 6 pumps / 10 ml for hard water.
  • Submerge the garment and leave to soak for 20 minutes.
  • Open the drain in the base of the basin and allow the wash water to run away while the garment remains supported inside.
  • Gently press the garment to remove excess water. Avoid rubbing, wringing or excessive agitation.
  • Transfer the garment to a clean towel, roll it up and press out further moisture.
  • Lay flat or block to dry.
  • There is no need for repeated rinsing.
  • Always follow the yarn ball’s or garment manufacturer’s washing and temperature instructions.

COTTON SPRAY — TO REFRESH BETWEEN WASHES

  • Lay the garment flat, or hang it where appropriate.
  • Hold the bottle around 20 cm from the fabric and mist lightly and evenly.
  • Gently reshape the garment with your hands if needed.
  • Allow to air dry completely before wearing or storing.
  • For delicate fibres, test first on an inconspicuous area.

COTTON SPRAY — FOR BLOCKING

  • Pin the finished piece to the desired measurements and shape.
  • Mist generously and evenly from approximately 20 cm away.
  • Gently shape the fabric, paying particular attention to edges, stitch definition and areas that need adjustment.
  • Leave until completely dry.
4. INGREDIENTS

COTTON WASH

2–10% anionic surfactants; <5% non-ionic surfactants; <5% amphoteric surfactants; cotton seed oil; parfum; Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil; phenoxyethanol; potassium sorbate.

COTTON BLOCKING & REFRESHER SPRAY

acqua, <5% anionic surfactants, <5% non-ionic surfactants, <5% amphoteric surfactants, parfum, phenoxyethanol, potassium sorbate, limonene.

5. SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning: Causes serious eye irritation.

Contains Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil. May produce an allergic reaction. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes.

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.

6. GOOD TO KNOW
  • Includes 500 ml Cotton Wash, Cotton Blocking & Refresher Spray and drainable fold-flat basin
  • Complete routine for washing, refreshing and reshaping cotton and other plant fibres
  • Designed for cotton, linen, bamboo, hemp and other plant fibres and blends
  • Both formulas contain cotton seed oil for fibre care and softness
  • Cotton Wash for full cleaning
  • Cotton Spray for refreshing and reshaping between washes
  • Drainable basin helps reduce unnecessary lifting and stretching of wet garments
  • Low-foam, no-rinse hand-wash formula
  • Light, fresh citrus fragrance
  • Basin folds flat for easy storage
  • Suitable for handmade and bought garments
  • Made in the UK
  • 500 ml Cotton Wash gives up to 100 hand washes based on 5 ml per 5 litres of soft water

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  • COMPLETE PLANT FIBRE CARE

    Everything you need to wash, refresh and reshape cotton, linen and other plant fibres.

  • WITH COTTON SEED OIL

    Both formulas help condition plant fibres and maintain their naturally soft, smooth feel.

  • GENTLER HAND WASHING

    Drain the water away while your garment remains supported, helping reduce pulling and stretching of wet fibres.

  • WASH, BLOCK & REFRESH

    Wash fully when needed, then use the spray to refresh and reshape between washes.

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.

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