[Ansteorra-textiles] Wool Fleece!

Robert and Beth Ellis killian at viptx.net
Wed Jul 17 16:03:00 PDT 2002


audette at sapheron.org wrote:

> I picked up a bunch of mesh boxes (plastic) and a few plastic tubs they
> fit into, so I am hoping to use them.  Not much will fit in at once, but
> I'm still fairly slow at spinning (hey, I'm using a drop spindle and
> combs... *grin*), so not doing too much at a time is not a big deal.  I
> live in an apartment, so it's likely best if I don't wash too much all
> at once, as well. :)

Sounds like a good plan...

>
> I've seen several posts all of which specify Dawn liquid soap.  Is this
> the only one that will work?  I can't remember what I've got at home
> right now, so it will take until at least tonight to find out.

I use Dawn because I always thought it was the best degreaser.  I suspect any brand
that is supposed to be good on greasy dishes would do, however.

>
>
> Aside from the soap it seems to come down to constant water temp and
> slow, gentle handling of the wet wool. :)
>
> Now I want to go home and give it a try!

Have fun!
Corrinne




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