All certified organic wool comes from sheep which have been farmed organically and with high animal welfare standards. At Cambridge Baby we always make sure that no wool comes from farms which practise mulesing.
Wool has many benefits:
In this way, wool is a wonderful temperature-regulator, slowing down the effects of changes of temperature and helping prevent sweatiness by absorbing moisture and releasing it in response to the environment. This makes it a wonderful fabric for socks and tights for the whole family, as well as for athletes, cyclists, skiers and mountain-climbers. It's naturally high-tec and can't be beaten by synthetics!
Find out more about the properties of wool in our blog.
Dilute your wool detergent in cool water (max 30oc which will feel luke-warm) in a bowl. For heavily-soiled areas, use a little gall soap on your woollens first, testing on an inconspicuous area first.
Add your woollens to the bowl, gently stirring and squeezing the detergent through. Rinse using water at the same temperature, otherwise your wool will be subjected to "shock" and might felt up.
To dry, gently squeeze water out and wrap your wool clothes in a towel to remove the excess water.
Air-dry naturally avoiding direct heat. So, hanging on a drying rack over the bath is good, or on a clothes horse, or flat on a dry terry towel.
Re-shape while damp.
Hirsch Natur is a family business which was established in 1928 by Franz Kloppenborg, a restaurant owner who diversified into making work socks. The first machine were set up in the restaurant’s ballroom! The company is currently run by his great-grandson Matthias.While they made sturdy working socks at first, Hirsch Natur were pioneers of organic textiles. Their factory is certified to Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS) and has received the “IVN-Best” certification. They produce 50% of their own energy sustainably through solar panels too. Enjoy the great design, natural fabrics and comfortable, healthy feel of socks and tights developed with care and expertise over generations.
"Bought as a gift for my daughter, who has worn them constantly in her wellies and around the house!"
This was washed... not needed washing yet
Sizing: Feels true to size
I'd recommend this to a friend.
"Fantastic socks, perfect for the cold weather while not making me sweat. Great for wellies too. Will be buying more!"
"The calf-length version of the long fair-isle sock. I've got these in the pink/purple and they are so bright and cheering on a chilly morning. Warm and comfortable. Have worn with trainers, boots & walking boots - all good."
This was washed... Wool wash only.
This was worn by... me
"Generous but not vast, these socks are my fav ever, and I'd say I've had some good socks. I thought they'd be too chunky but they are divine! They are gorgeous colours, thick and comfortable wool and just as CB say, don't need washing more than every blue moon. They'll be sold out, but if they're not buy them now, and a pair each for all your nearest and dearest."
This was worn by... me, 50 something woman
Sizing: A little generous
"A gift - well received.... thank you"
This was washed... Hand wash for this item
This was worn by... My husband
"I’m really pleased with these socks, they wash well too. I needed replacements from fantastic Artisan wool socks I bought in Portugal that after four years are beginning to wear. Interested to see how these ones last."
This was washed... Hand washed, taking no chances.
This was worn by... A busy walker, Gardner and cook!
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