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You should be putting your sweaters in the freezer so they ‘last longer’
It is officially sweater weather and as the autumn wardrobe essentials make a comeback, many people are struggling to find warm items that still fit, thanks to common fabric issues like shrinking and damaging.
Fashion brand FatFace’s senior knitwear designer has shared essential tips regarding how to care for knitted garments, and one recommendation involves a freezer. Another fashion experts crazy vodka spray trick will keep your clothes fresh between washes, and this advice can help your clothes last longer.
Fashion expert suggests putting sweaters in the freezer
Research shows that so many people deal with damaged or shrunk knitwear by incorrectly caring for it.
When stored away over the summer months, knitwear can become a breeding ground for moths. To avoid that, the expert suggests placing the garments in the freezer. Yes, you read that right, the freezer!
Jan Yalchin explains: “If youre concerned about moths hatching in your knitwear, placing the garment in a plastic bag before storing it in the freezer for 24 to 48 hours can kill any moth larvae that may have spawned.”
Pest Gone reveals that sub-zero temperatures kill larvae. So, freeze any jumpers you can fit on your freezer shelves, but ensure you put the clothes inside plastic bags first to avoid a condensation build-up.
That’s right, you really should be putting your favorite sweaters in a freezer. Your partner will think you’re crazy when they open the freezer to get some ice cream, but you’ll be the one laughing when your jumpers are intact.
More tips to prevent damaging your winter wardrobe
To avoid damaging the fabric, you should keep washing knitwear to a minimum: “If its a stain that needs treating, try spot-cleaning the area first rather than washing the whole garment.”
If the garment has picked up any food smells or needs refreshing, try leaving it on the washing line outside for a couple of hours.
Yalchin says that handwashing is the safest option for preventing stretching or shrinking of a knitted garment. This can also help maintain its softness.
Place the item of clothing in a bowl of lukewarm water and mild detergent and leave to soak for 10 to 15 minutes, gently massage the soap out in a bowl of clean water, and leave to air dry.
Further advice from her includes never hanging your knits and always folding! Also avoid direct sunlight when drying.
A fabric shaver can help remove pilling – fuzz balls or bobbles that form on the surface of your fabric. Struggling with pen stains? Remove ink stains with rubbing alcohol!
Now you’re all set for winter.
