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Can I Put My Sweater in the Washer That Says Hand Wash Only?
Oct 23, 2009 ... I have a sweatercoat that is 85% silk and 15% cashmere It is off white and even though I washed it by hand it looks dingy and stretched out ...ANSWERS
See all- It sounds like a beautiful piece... spend the $$$ and have it cleaned. Probably cheaper than replacing it!
- Cashmere and wool are prone to felting if washed and dried incorrectly. Felting happens when heat and friction are applied to an item (warm or hot water and the agita...
- You could put it the wash, but reshape it and lay it flat to dry, otherwise because of the cashmere it could shrink and turn to felt.