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.
"great product, knowing that the material is natural makes it even more comfortable."
This was washed... makes sure goes on a wool wash then fine, still able to use
This was worn by... me
Sizing: Feels true to size
I'd recommend this to a friend.
"No washing instructions included. Washed in cold water as for other wooden socks and uderwear but socks shrank and became too stiff to wear again"
This was washed... See above
This was worn by... Worn once by me
Sizing: A little generous
I wouldn't really recommend this to a friend.
"A very hard wearing, if cold feeling sock. Not warm like Alpaca wool, very course feel of the linen I suppose. Originally felt quite large for my chosen size. After three machine washes at 30c over a couple of months they are now too small for my 10y daughter let alone my original size."
This was washed... my partner shrunk it
This was worn by... myself
"Wonderful socks. Pattern is gorgeous. Triggers memories of when things were natural and organic. Could be slightly more roomy a la the "Adult's Thick Knit Organic Wool Socks"line. But there's nothing in it really so wholeheartedly recommended!!"
This was washed... Just keep to below thirty degrees
This was worn by... My Fat Foot
Sizing: A little small
"Bought as a gift, & the recipient loves them. Wash well in machine wool cycle & very comfy."
This was washed... washed fine
This was worn by... Country girl
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