care quide
Take good care of your piece to enjoy it for years to come.
How to care for Your knitwear/ wet felting pieces?
Wool naturally regulates temperature, breathes well, and resists odors, so your knitwear and wet-felted items don’t need frequent washing. To refresh, simply hang them outside for a few hours to air out — this keeps them looking and smelling fresh.
If washing is necessary:
Knitwear: Hand wash gently in cold water using a mild wool detergent. Avoid harsh soaps and bleach. Do not rub or wring to prevent felting. You can also wash our knitwear in the machine, as long as your machine has a modern wool or delicate setting. Be sure to place the garment in a laundry bag to protect the fibers. Wash with cold water (no more than 30°C), use a gentle spin (maximum 800 rpm), and choose a short cycle — ideally around 30 minutes
Wet Felting Pieces: These are delicate and should only be hand washed with cold water and mild detergent. Handle carefully to avoid distortion or damage.
taking care of isla jacket/kimono?
For best care, hand wash your kimono jacket gently in cold water using a mild wool detergent. Avoid harsh soaps, bleach, rubbing, or wringing to prevent felting and damage.
If you prefer machine washing, use a wool or delicate cycle with cold water (up to 30°C). Always place the garment in a laundry bag to protect the fibers, use a gentle spin (maximum 800 rpm), and keep the cycle short—ideally around 30 minutes. Be aware that washing at higher temperatures can cause wool to shrink, and your jacket may end up fitting like a child’s size!
drying your garment
Proper drying is essential to maintain the shape and fit of your knitwear. Never hang a wet knit garment, as this can stretch it out of shape.
Lay the garment flat to dry on a dry towel or a mesh drying rack. While laying it out, always reshape and smooth the knit to its original form. This helps preserve the garment’s fit and structure as it dries.
Oh no, a yarn end came loose — what should I do?
Sometimes your knitwear might catch on something, and a yarn end may come loose. Don’t worry — this is normal and fixable. Use a blunt-tipped needle or a crochet hook to gently pull the yarn back inside the garment from the wrong side. Avoid cutting the yarn, as this could lead to unraveling. If you’re unsure or need help, feel free to contact me — I’m happy to guide you!
pilling on wool- what should you know?
Wool is a naturally soft and breathable material that evolves with wear. Over time, you may notice small fuzz balls (pills) forming on areas where the fabric experiences friction — like under arms, at the sides, or where bags and belts touch. This is a common feature of wool, not a flaw.
To reduce pilling, avoid pairing your knitwear with rough surfaces or accessories that rub. If pills do appear, they can easily be removed with a gentle fabric comb or an electric de-piller. Use light strokes on a flat surface — there’s no need to press hard, as the goal is to refresh the surface without harming the fibers.
A little care goes a long way in keeping your knitwear looking its best.
What Your Wool Wishes You Knew?
Yes – taking care of natural wool garments like knitwear or wet-felted pieces can take a little more time than tossing something into the washing machine. But it’s absolutely worth it. With the right care, your piece will stay beautiful, functional, and unique for years to come.
Many of my wet-felted items are truly one of a kind — made slowly and thoughtfully by hand. That means they deserve a bit of extra attention. Think of garment care not as a chore, but as a quiet ritual — a way to honour the materials, the craft, and your own sense of style.
It's too hard, I can't do it!
Imagine washing your wool sweater so long it magically shrinks into a kid’s size! Don’t panic — just drop me a message at info@kristinaoja.com and I’ll save your knitwear (and your sanity)!
