Sweater Care Instructions


Follow the sweater care instructions found on this page and the quality wool and acrylic wizard wear produced by Hobbie's House of Wizard Wear will look great for years to come.

Our knitwear falls into two categories:

  • Sweaters in 100% pure wool from a famous mill with color trim in imported, pure new wool.
  • Sweaters and scarves in 100% high quality, imported acrylic.

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    Care Instructions - Wool Sweaters & Cardigans

    We highly recommend professional dry cleaning for Hobbie's New Style school sweaters and cardigans knit in WOOL.

    Hobbie's House of Wizard Wear is not responsible for damage due to shrinkage or felting if the garment is not cleaned using our recommended care method.

    However, if you have hand-washed a wool sweater or scarf in the past and feel totally comfortable doing this then by all means, hand wash your garment but please note that we still recommend dry cleaning for all our wool garments, and we will not assume responsibility for damage or shrinkage. Dry cleaning prevents even the slightest shrinkage and preserves the finish or hand of the knit fabric.

    What are the characteristics of high quality wool?

  • Luxurious with a soft hand;
  • Versatile and lightweight;
  • A good insulator;
  • It can be "washable" - we take this feature with a grain of salt. Although washable wool has been treated to prevent shrinkage, we would still prefer to dry clean the garment and avoid unpleasant surprises.
  • Wrinkle-resistant;
  • and absorbs moisture.

    • Listed below are care intructions for hand washing a wool sweater.

  • Use a high quality liquid detergent, specially designed for knitwear. We highly recommend Eucalan Lavender Woolwash-8.4 Ounce .
  • The 8 ounce Woolwash is economical, the lavender scent is fantastic and it repells moths! Another plus? It conditions the fibers and as a no-rinse formula...it means even less friction on your garment.
  • Wash knitwear separately from other clothes to prevent friction against the yarn.
  • Do not soak, wring or rub to hard. This will prevent pulling the sweater out of shape and keep the garment soft. Wool tends to toughen up and "felt" the more it is handled. Wash with a light, soft touch.
  • To remove excess water from your sweater, roll it up in a fluffy towel and squeeze gently, or place in the washing machine for a very gentle, short spin. Yes, a short spin - the shortest spin your washer has and stop it before it is done spinning. We're talking just long enough to remove the excess water that weighs down your sweater.
  • Once you remove the sweater from the spin cycle, it is important to reshape it while it is still damp. Don't pull it out of shape - it will quickly grow a size or two.
  • Dry it flat - we use a sweater dryer - but you can dry your sweater on a towel, away from direct heat and sunlight.
  • Do not tumble dry - it will cause felting and shrinkage.
  • All knitwear should be stored folded, with the fewest folds possible. Definitely do not hang on hangers. Yikes!

    • The American Sheep Industry Association has put together several fact sheets about this fantastic fiber.

    Click on the link above to read all about the history and processing of wool. The site also includes a file giving their care instructions for wool. You will need Acrobat Reader to read these .pdf files.

  • How to fold a sweater.
  • How to store wool sweaters.
  • How to wash your wool sweater instead of having it dry cleaned as recommended.
  • What if...you shrunk your wool sweater?
  • What if...your wool sweater stretched out of shape?
  • How to repair a snag in your sweater fabric.

    • Care Instructions - The Original School Sweater

    An all time favorite - the School Sweater knit in 100% high quality, imported acrylic.

    What are some of the finer points of acrylic yarn?

  • Great wash and wear characteristics
  • Super color fastness
  • Soft to the touch
  • Easy to care for
  • Keeps its shape
  • Quick drying
  • Durability - it is resistant to shrinkage, fading, and moths!

    • Listed below are the care intructions for your acrylic sweater:

  • Wash knitwear separately from other clothes to prevent friction against the yarn. Turn your sweater inside out.
  • Machine wash in the delicate cycle using warm water. We use cold water for everything!
  • Rinse in cold water - If you like, you can add a small amount of fabric softener to the final rinse.
  • Machine dry at a low temperature and remove promptly
  • Do not wring or iron. Do not hang your sweater. Fold it carefully.


    • Care Instructions - The Wizard Scarf

    Place the scarf in a mesh laundry bag to prevent fringe from tangling with other items in the washer, such as the School Sweater. If possible, wash the scarf by itself.

    Machine wash the scarf in cold water and the gentle cycle using a mild liquid detergent.

    Dry on low heat [knit or delicate setting - with or without a dryer sheet] and remove promptly. Do not wring or iron.

    Care Instructions - Team Socks

    The Team socks are knit in 100% acrylic. The heel and toe are reinforced with nylon thread.

    Machine wash and rinse in cold water/gentle cycle. Dry on delicate/low heat.

    Remove promptly. Do not wring or iron.



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