How do you dry wool baby clothes?

To dry wool baby clothes properly, gently remove excess water and lay them flat to dry in the shade. Avoid wringing or tumble drying.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

1. Gentle Handling: After washing your wool baby clothes (ideally by hand in lukewarm water with a wool-specific detergent), it's crucial to handle them with care to prevent stretching or felting.

2. Remove Excess Water:

   • Avoid Wringing: Wringing twists and distorts the wool fibers, causing them to lose their shape. Never wring wool baby clothes.
   • Towel Method: The best method is to lay the garment flat on a clean, dry towel. Roll the towel up with the garment inside, gently pressing to absorb as much water as possible. You may need to repeat this with a fresh towel.

3. Lay Flat to Dry:

   • Find a Flat Surface: Choose a clean, flat surface like a drying rack or a clean, dry towel laid on a table.
   • Reshape the Garment: Gently reshape the wool baby clothes to their original form as you lay them flat. This helps them maintain their shape while drying.
   • Avoid Direct Sunlight or Heat: Direct sunlight and heat can damage wool fibers and cause shrinkage. Dry the clothes in a shaded area or indoors away from direct heat sources like radiators.
   • Turn Occasionally: To ensure even drying, flip the garment over occasionally.

4. Never Tumble Dry: Tumble drying will almost certainly shrink and felt your wool baby clothes. Always air dry.

By following these steps, you can keep your wool baby clothes soft, shapely, and ready for your little one.