Cashmere Sweaters

A stunning cashmere sweater is absolutely a must-have piece in any wardrobe, and all women should have one or more. Cashmere is a wool derived from cashmere goats. The name is a bit misleading because there are numerous goat breeds who produce cashmere wool. China is a large producer of this wool because of their large cashmere producing goat population. This wool is extremely fine and soft yet very warm. Cashmere wool is much warmer than sheep wool, however it remains light and very wearable. If you own one or more cashmere sweaters, you should know how to properly care for them.

Even though the apparel tag on cashmere might say dry clean only, you should still be able to hadn wash them. Many people actually prefer to hand wash their cashmere items because it is cheaper and results in softer wool over time. Fill a sink, tub or basin with water that is cool to lukewarm in temperature. Add a small amount of delicate apparel wash or even shampoo for hair to the water. Swirl the detergent around until it dissolves in the water before putting the sweater in to be washed. After placing the sweater in the water, swirl it around a bit then let it soak for approximately twenty minutes.

Once you have drained the soapy water out, rinse your cashmere sweater until no more suds are noticed. Do not put your sweater in the dryer, instead gently press and wring the excess water out. Then, lay the sweater flat on a large towel. You may even want to roll up the towel with the sweater inside, then press to extract more water. Lay the sweater flat on a new dry towel until it is completely dry. As your sweater dries, smooth it into shape with your hands as you would if you were ironing it. When your cashmere sweater is dry, it is ready to be folded and stored. Do not hang cashmere as this may damage the shoulder area and stretch the sweater out of shape.

Cashmere sweaters should be stored where they are not subject to direct sunlight or moisture. If you find that your cashmere develops pills, which are tiny fuzzy balls, you can buy a depilling comb available at most any store that sells fabrics and fabric accessories. Using one of these plastic devices is far easier than picking each tiny fuzz ball off by hand. Do not be alarmed if your cashmere has pilling, this is normal and does not mean your apparel item is of inferior quality. Pilling develops from repeated wear or even exposure to certain surfaces, and can be easily removed.

 

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Sweater deal went sour, court told (Lancashire Evening Post)
An elderly millionaire took legal action against a former councillor when he failed to get a promised return on a sportswear bill, a court heard...

Gloucestershire Echo, The - The future is bright
January 16, 2010 -- DESIGNER Matthew Williamson is known for his love of colour and prints, especially in his High Street collections for Debenhams. But now,...

Daily Mail (London, England), The - Speed read: Cashmere
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Cashmere? Not when you can wear muskox (Vancouver Sun)
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Chrysler brands look for part-time work, find retail jobs - Autoblog (blog)

Chrysler brands look for part-time work, find retail jobs
Autoblog (blog)
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Packing for portability - MSNBC
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Daily Mail (London, England), The - Everyone's wearing… YAK WOOL
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Phi's Closing Sale Boasts $80 Cashmere, $100 Boots, and More (NBC New York)
The fact that the slick and incredibly luxurious label Phi is now defunct is truly a shame, however the fact that the label's covetable wares are now up to 90 percent off at its closing sale is sheer bliss...

The 10 Best Cashmere Sweaters On Sale For Winter 2010 | Complex Blog
Check out the best sweaters, made out of the best material, for the best price...

Good old new Chanel: Loyal customers see spring line as an investment - Denver Post
Above: Chanel pumps and a glistening metallic tote. Right: The crocheted sweater was inspired by embroidery Chanel did in her 1939 haute couture collection featuring poppies and cornflowers and about 50 hours of handwork. Few logos have the power to ...

$50G in swag for celebs at Grammys - Toronto Sun

$50G in swag for celebs at Grammys
Toronto Sun
Gifts include Tiffany cat collars, Gibson guitars, trips to deserted islands, cashmere sweaters, teeth whitening products, jewelry, sunglasses and designer .

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Deals Expand Chrysler's Licensing Program - Mediapost.com

Deals Expand Chrysler's Licensing Program
Mediapost.com
Clothing includes cashmere sweaters and oxford shirts. The Dodge product line includes items designed by Winnie Cheung, Vince Galante and Tome Jovanoski .

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Local outfits New Canaanites with trendy clothes - NCAdvertiser.com

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Local outfits New Canaanites with trendy clothes
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Despite the abrasive wind and slushy sidewalks, New Canaan's Susan Singer strolled down Elm Street last Friday clad in a sunshine yellow, cashmere sweater, .

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Presenters rack up sweet stuff (The Sudbury Star)
Not only do they get to be part of the big show, but award presenters and performers at the Grammys also get $50,000 in swag. Gifts include Tiffany cat collars, Gibson guitars, trips to deserted islands, cashmere sweaters, 30 carat teeth whitening, jewellery, sun glasses and designer leather bags.[.]..

Confessions of a Perfume Slut - Huffingtonpost.com
I am a perfume slut. I can't be faithful to just one fragrance. I have serial love affairs; no signature scent for me. This morning, I own thirty-something bottles of perfume and 103 sample vials on a dedicated closet shelf. And that doesn't include ...

Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep(R) and Ram Truck Brands Offer New Merchandise Online (The Auto Channel)
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Tips for being simply irresistible - IndiaTimes
. brandy liver pâtĂ, vichyssoise, chicken sautĂed with shallots, cream and white wine sauce served on a bed of rice with asparagus, followed by a green salad and then dessert of . touch EUR soft cashmere, silk and angora and listen to music ...

Daily Mail (London, England), The - BITS AND PIECES; The products and places that will make your week
December 1, 2009 -- Byline: KATE MELHUISH SPLASH THE CASHMERE SINCE French label Zadig & Voltaire was launched, we haven't been able to get...

Shape - Layer without the bulk: add warmth—not weight—this winter with these simple strategies from executive style director Jacqui Stafford
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