Baggy Jumper

[Andeecee]

I''ve washed my new wool jumper and it has gone all baggy. The arms must be at least 8 inches longer than they should be and the body is baggy too.
Is there anything I can to to revert it back to its original shape?

[gina32]

try putting it in the tuble dryer

[gina32]

try putting it in the tumble dryer

[Kinnies]

It's a bit hit and miss - the tumble dryer might work - but you may have to wash it in hotter water if that doesn't work - try 60 degrees for starters...

[WendyS]

What kind of material is it made from? Many of the synthetic fabrics have different washing qualities to wool and I suspect that once it's gone out of shape there is little you can do to make it revert. After much experimenting with other fabrics I now try only to buy 100% wool jumpers, apart from fleeces because those with a large quality of nylon, orlon etc. just don't spring back into shape after washing. You'll probably find that tumble drying won't shrink it either unfortunately.

[pingu748]

rememeber to only wash wool and cashmere with specific wool/silk detergent ... all others contain enzymes that are designed to break down natural stains .... and they also, as a result, break down natural fibres ...

[Andeecee]

Tried both suggestions without success.
Oh well! Thanks for your help anyway.