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Imagine the world without our old favourite, the knitted Lambswool Cardigan. We all love wearing them. We enjoy feeling snug and warm when we have a luxurious, soft to the touch, Lambswool cardigan on our backs.
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Origins of the Lambswool Cardigan.
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The Lambswool cardigan, or any other cardigan for that matter, did not have a name until James Thomas Brudenell (1797 – 1868), the Seventh Earl of Cardigan, was sent out to Russia to fight in the Crimean War in 1854. He did quite well (apart from ordering the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade) and showed much courage under fire.
To honour the brave Earl of Cardigan, the knitted woolen vest he wore to protect him from the cold Crimean winter, was named after him, and the cardigan was born.
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Lambswool Cardigan Care.
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The most gentle way to wash Lambswool cardigans is by hand, although this will not always get all the dirt out, and is somewhat time consuming.
When it comes to getting your Lambswool cardigans really clean, machine washing with the correct action is better than hand washing. You must ensure the wool cycle is used and a slow spin speed is set (fast spins will stretch it). The garment is supported and cradled in the washing drum and will be fine, however the detergent can cause problems. The fabric of a Lambswool Cardigan is like a woven net, and tight weaving is essential to ensure the cardigan doesn't bobble (pilling) or stretch. The strength of this ‘net’ is severely weakened by bleach or enzymes. They attack the Lambswool, and will eventually cause your garment to fall apart.
Beware of harsh washing powders. The damage these detergents will cause to Lambswool, wool, silk or cashmere is listed on the cartons. Be sure to read the small print as it is where the negative factors are often hidden! All supermarkets sell detergents specifically designed for wool. These are the only products which should be used on your Lambswool garments.
Lambswool cardigans can be faded significantly when they come into contact with the photo-bleaching effect of light. Never leave your cardigans in bright sunlight, such as on the back shelf of a motor car.
To remove any excess moisture from your Lambswool cardigans, do not wring them out. Use the slow spin speed, which you will find at the end of your washing machine’s wool cycle.
If you treat your Lambswool cardigan well, it should give you years of service. After all, this is an important benefit from a piece of clothing which has been around for so long, and will probably never go out of fashion.
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View our range of quality Lambswool Cardigans:
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Cosy Collar Cardigan
Lambswool Crew Neck Cardigan
Lambswool V Neck Cardigan
Lincoln Zipper Cardigan
Marks Zipper Cardigan
Oxford Collar Cardigan
Shaped Zip Cardigan
Shaped Zip Cardigan
View our full range of quality British knitwear:- Product List
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