Antique Rose Cardigan

Made of: Big Mohair.

Composition: 50% kid mohair, 24% merino wool, 18% alpaca, 8% polyester.

Care: Hand-knit clothes and accessories are treasures that showcase the crafter's skill and artistic talent, and they are typically rather delicate, which means you'll need to take special care when washing them. Hand-washing is the only one correct approach for hand-knit clothing, and it is mandatory for those made with animal-fiber yarns, such as mohair or wool. For all our knitted items we recommend hand washing only! Use a gentle detergent. For wool fibers, choose a formula designed for wool, such Woolite or Eucalan, which contains lanolin. You can also use usual shampoo. Use a sink, bathtub, or plastic storage container large enough to completely submerge the item into cleaning solution. Fill it with cold or cool water, mix in the detergent well, and completely submerge the item. Gently agitate the knitted item in the water to clean it, but never wring or scrub. Being rough with the item can cause it to become misshapen. Use cold water to rinse out the excess suds from the item. Continue to rinse until the water runs clear. Gently squeeze the item to remove excess water and lay it flat on a dry absorbent towel. Roll up the garment in the towel, pressing firmly as you roll. Don't wring the towel. Lay a dry bath towel on a flat surface large enough to hold your garment. A card table is a perfect size for air-drying sweaters and typically has a protective vinyl top. Place the knitted item on the dry towel, and reshape it into its original form. Pat it into shape, and avoid tugging or pulling. If it's a sweater, gently push the ribbing together at the neckline, wrists, and waist. Fasten the buttons, and fold the collar. Allow the item to air-dry for 24 hours in a horizontal position. You can steam a knitted thing with a steam generator or with iron. Never put an iron on a knitted product, it will damage it.