Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images Sweaters and thick-knit clothing have a reputation for being difficult to clean – and for good reason. From shrinking ...

For a certain sort of person, nothing is better than sweaters: Fair Isle cardigans, sleek merino wool crewnecks, ivory cashmere, chunky cable-knits. But for a certain sort of that sort of person, ...

Always wash wool in cold or slightly warm water and air-dry flat to avoid shrinking or stretching. Use gentle, wool-safe detergents and avoid harsh agitation or tumble drying. Proper care extends the ...

Sweater dresses are a winter staple. They're warm, comfortable, and inherently stylish. The only problem with sweater dresses, and sweaters in general, is that sometimes they can be difficult to wash ...

We love wearing knit sweaters in the cooler months. But washing them? Not so much. Whether your sweater is made of wool, cashmere or even cotton, cleaning it can feel like a game of roulette. Will it ...

A cashmere sweater, knitted from the silky wool undercoat of cashmere goats, is one of the most luxurious garments in your ...

Sweaters can pill, they can stretch (or shrink), they can unravel, but not if you take the time to take care of them. They’re delicate, even for how chunky and thick they tend to be. You shouldn’t ...

If wool sweaters are not washed correctly, the fibers can shrink, becoming stiff and scratchy. The mild acid in distilled white vinegar helps remove detergent residue and soften the fibers. White ...

Sweaters and thick-knit clothing have a reputation for being difficult to clean – and for good reason. From shrinking in the wash to general disfiguration or even a pilling disaster, there’s a lot ...