How can I minimize the number of wool thermals I need for everyday use in the cold, and for exercise out in the cold?
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posted by garlic
on Jan 5, 2013 -
19 answers
My husband and I don't have very much money, but we would like to own a few (or even just one) giant (king sized) wool blankets.
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posted by skjønn
on Dec 26, 2012 -
24 answers
I'm looking for good-quality black and dark gray winter wool dress pants that I can wear to my office.
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posted by the sobsister
on Dec 13, 2012 -
7 answers
Where can I purchase more
socks like these? Acquired by my husband over 10 years ago at an airport in the Netherlands, they are long-lasting, comfortable, made of wool, have the word "TRAIL" embroidered in red across the instep, three horizontal red stripes on the ball of the foot, and what may be a size "3-46" in red across the toe.
posted by matildaben
on Dec 13, 2012 -
8 answers
Is it okay to clean/rescue a wet wool blanket that the flood damage guys want you to throw out after it smells like a damp dog?
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posted by Linda_Holmes
on Nov 9, 2012 -
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Where in or around Chicago can I buy 100% wool jersey fabric? I've found a couple places on-line, but strongly prefer to touch the fabric and verify the color in person before I drop $20+ per yard on it. I did not see any at Vogue on Roosevelt--they have suiting but I'm looking for a different drape than a wool twill.
posted by crush-onastick
on Nov 8, 2012 -
4 answers
I have just discovered needle felting! Where can I find inspiration for fun/nerdy projects, tips on technique, and any other useful bits of information? (Ideally for free...)
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posted by torisaur
on Nov 21, 2011 -
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How can I repair or disguise small holes and tears in wool gabardine (skirts)?
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posted by skbw
on Oct 4, 2011 -
10 answers
I've crocheted a wool scarf form my sister-in-law. When I ship it, I want to put something in the box that will make it smell pretty by the time it reaches her.
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posted by msali
on Aug 2, 2011 -
35 answers
How should I wash or clean these garments? - a silk Tibetan shirt, a lambswool cardigan, a guernsey wool jumper, raw denim jeans
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posted by Not Supplied
on Jun 18, 2011 -
16 answers
Socks: Everyday Mens Socks: Whats the best fabric for an 'everyday' sock? Whats your favourite sock? UK preferably.
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posted by mary8nne
on Mar 3, 2011 -
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I'm a recent Smartwool socks convert. I love that they are they are non-scratchy, moisture wicking and stay warm and dry and comfortable all day. I'd like to get a few more pairs, but the ones I like (Hiker Street, men's medium) are ~$20. Anyone have a just-as-good alternative, or is Smartwool really so unique that it justifies the pricetag?
posted by The Dutchman
on Jan 3, 2011 -
28 answers
I’m thinking about buying a suit where the jacket and skirt are lined, but the pants are not. Is it possible to have a tailor add the lining?
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posted by seesom
on Nov 23, 2010 -
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Will snow/rain damage
this jacket? It is 70% wool, 30% polyester. My research tells me no, but since I've never owned anything that's wool or dry clean only, I'd like reassurance.
posted by alligatorman
on Nov 13, 2010 -
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I am knitting a pair of socks for a friend. The yarn is 75% superwash wool and 25% nylon. The washing instructions tell me to "Machine wash warm water, no bleach, lay flat to dry." What will happen if I actually put them in the dryer?
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posted by That's Numberwang!
on Oct 24, 2010 -
19 answers
Should I try to shrink a wool shirt to improve the fit and, if so, how should I do it?
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posted by otolith
on Oct 10, 2010 -
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Sheep & Wool Filter: Help me find a place to buy (preferably clean) sheep fleece somewhere close to Monroe, NY or around Highway 95 (I'm heading north from NYC to Maine). I need it for stuffing.
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posted by ashtabula to opelika
on Sep 11, 2010 -
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Please help me MeFites! I stupidly machine washed a new woolen sweater and now the waistband is all stretched and it looks horrible :( Is there a way I can return the wool to it's former unstretchiness?
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posted by katala
on Jun 26, 2010 -
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Will rain do any damage to my pea coat? I'm going to Ireland next month and I expect I'll get caught in the rain a time or two. Will the rain do any harm to my pea coat that's labeled "80% wool, 15% polyester, 5% other"?
posted by Dodgy_Dude
on Mar 16, 2010 -
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I recently bought some cheap ($20) army surplus wool pants to try out as winter rain & snow hiking pants. I took them out for a rainy Pac NW stroll and a sunny snow hike and they were comfortable but I was surprised by how soaked they got when they got water on them. (Granted I try to avoid getting them wet but stuff happens.)
Like a lot of people I've been wearing a lot of wool and I consider it almost a miraculous fabric. I'm a bit disappointed in these pants. Should I waterproof/treat them? If so, how?
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posted by Wood
on Feb 26, 2010 -
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I need to buy a warm winter coat for a woman who is a size 18 and is 6'2" tall. Where can I find such a thing?
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posted by decathecting
on Dec 13, 2009 -
23 answers
Vitamin D3 is often extracted from lanolin. I would like to know how much wool is necessary to produce say 1000 IU of vitamin D.
posted by davar
on Nov 16, 2009 -
8 answers
Woolrich stuff has actual wool in it. I have received a gift of a lovely sweater and a very nice coat that are from Woolrich. I can wear a long sleeve thin shirt under the sweater, but what about the coat? i don't always wear long sleeves and the coat is a 3-season. Is there something I can put over the wool part inside, like iron-on felt or nylon or something?
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posted by sio42
on Sep 18, 2009 -
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I am trying to glue raw sheep's wool to a felt surface. I'm not sure what type of glue to use. I did spot tests with Elmer's Glue-All and wood glue to no avail. Is there a type of fabric glue that will work for this? The issue seems to be that nothing bonds to the sheep's wool, or that the wool sort of just separates and falls off the bonded area. Thanks!
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posted by davidriley
on Aug 1, 2009 -
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Looking for an image of a kind of men's sweater I'd like to have made. It's a pullover, with straight rows, round neck, but with a 2-3 row ring where the shoulders meet the torso. I've only seen these in solid colors. The one I once had was heavy, water proof, warm and wonderful. I saw an image recently on the Net but failed to bookmark it correctly and cannot now find it. What I'm looking for is probably European, maybe British.
posted by NorthCoastCafe
on Jun 1, 2009 -
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I am planning a first trip to Grenada Spain in May, and wonder about recommendations for off- the- beaten- track restaurants, unique cafes, jazz bars etc. Also, any info on fiber and wool shops would be most helpful. Feel free to mention anything unique or worthwhile. Thank you.
posted by frizelli
on Apr 18, 2009 -
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Tailoring question: Tell me what to expect if I have my wool coat altered. Details and pictures inside.
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posted by whataboutben
on Jan 8, 2009 -
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I love
this skirt from Garnet Hill but it is no longer available in my size. Attempts to find a similar skirt have failed. Can you help?
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posted by HotToddy
on Dec 5, 2008 -
11 answers
I'm doing an experiment about socks and want to find data about the commodity price of merino wool. My problem is that I know nothing about trading/stock/commodities vernacular and am having difficulties finding a good place to start.
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posted by 10ch
on Nov 16, 2008 -
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Cashmere or merino wool - which will keep me warmer in my freezing cold office?
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posted by katala
on Oct 2, 2008 -
16 answers
