Cashmere Protection Pouch - Anti Moth Cashmere Storage Bag

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The XL Protection Pouch is larger and is suitable for men's sweaters, ladies long cashmere sweaters and long cardigans. Store your cashmere away from sunlight: Direct sunlight can cause the colours of your cashmere to fade over time. To avoid discoloration, be sure to store your cashmere away from any sources of sunlight. Purists and strict cashmere enthusiasts might insist that wool gathered from goats not living in the Kashmir Valley is still substandard compared to those that do, even if they are the same breed. This may arise due to their accounting for the influence the climate of the Kashmir Valley must have on the strength and warmth of the fibres in the final product. Modern Trends Perfect for 2 cashmere knits or 1 big cosy one, our Cashmere Storage Bag has a zip that goes around two sides to make it super easy for storage. Naturally, storing your cashmere while you’re still likely to wear it more than once a month requires a different technique than long-term storage does. First, it may seem counter-intuitive, but you shouldn’t wash cashmere every time you wear it. It’s okay to wait a wear or two between washes if you’re just donning the garment for a few hours at a time now and then.

Don’t use cardboard boxes: Cardboard boxes attract pests as well as allowing the cashmere garments to become misshapen. For maximum protection, opt for a cashmere storage bag made of a sturdier material, such as plastic or cotton canvas.Now comes the part where you get to put your beloved cashmere sweaters and shawls away — but you’re not putting them on a bare shelf with nothing to protect them from the elements, right? No matter how safe you think your closet is, your cashmere is better off in a breathable, zippered garment bag. Sure, it makes sense to take care of your belongings no matter their cost - but there’s much more behind the rules of storage for cashmere than good manners and tidy habits. Longer Lifespan

This may seem like a frivolous first step, but it is a necessary one. Even prized possessions like high-quality cashmere can be misplaced or loaned to a friend and forgotten. The best way to avoid transferring stains or colors between garments is to wash each item separately in a clean sink, basin, or tub. If you have a large collection of cashmere, this will take some time, but it is worth it to protect your pieces.Prior to washing any of your cashmere items, it is important to remedy any damages that you found in Step 2. Speciality textiles like cashmere garments need a lot more than a wash-and-fold to ready them for a seasonal slumber. Step 1: Gather your Cashmere MothPrevention® speak to customers every day about their clothes moth issues - clothes moths are a species that are ever increasing and that can cause significant damage to clothes, carpets and other home textiles. Use anti-moth products: To protect your cashmere from moths, line the storage area with anti-moth paper or balls, which release a scent that moths find repellent and help keep them away from your garments.

Any major repairs may need the attention of a skilled seamstress, so if that’s not you already, set some time aside to take care of that before you wash the item. You don’t need to wait on these to prepare the rest of your cashmere for storage, however.Learning how to store cashmere is as much of an art as it is a science, so you’ll develop a feel for when it might be time to air out your cashmere collection during long-term storage. While it needn’t be every month in most climates, you shouldn’t wait longer than three to give your stored cashmere some fresh air and careful inspection. Once you understand how to store cashmere sweaters and other cashmere garments properly, each of these steps will transition seamlessly into your normal laundering routines. If you notice a stain on your cashmere, we strongly advise removing it and drying the garment completely before storing; see our advice on how to remove stains from cashmere. While extremely antique pieces are more likely to be professionally preserved rather than worn in the winter or stored in the closet over the summer, there’s no reason not to hope for a lifetime or more of use from any quality piece of cashmere you buy. Provided, that is, you maintain your best storage practices through those years. Cashmere Pest Prevention Whether you're looking for a cosy cashmere scarf or a corporate cashmere gift, you can be sure that you're investing in a piece that is made to last and will become a cherished addition to your wardrobe or gifting collection We are committed to sustainability