How do I remove deodorant stains from my black sweater?
December 1, 2011 by theknitt
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I have a black, 70% silk, 30% cotton, knit sweater that has accumulated deodorant on the inside underarms. So far I have only tried the dry cleaner, and washing it in cold water on the hand-wash cycle with a “delicates” detergent, and a small amount of liquid fabric softener. Please tell me what is best [...]
How do I know if the washing machine in my dorm washes in cold or hot water?
November 30, 2011 by theknitt
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My dorm has Maytag Commercial Neptune Washers. There are 6 settings: whites colors bright colors perm. press woolens and delicates and knits some of my clothes say to wash in cold water, others in hot. what do i do?
Can you shrink wool in a dryer WITHOUT washing it?
November 29, 2011 by theknitt
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Can I take my UNWASHED hand-knit wool sweater and put it in the dryer on the hottest setting without it felting at all?
Will I damage the fabric if I use a ballpoint needle?
November 29, 2011 by theknitt
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I need to fix a dress I have, and all my needles are ballpoints, which are intended for knits. The dress is all polyester, with an underlayer and a sheer one on top. So, sewing experts, help! Is it okay to use a ballpoint needle to sew this dress, or should I go buy regular [...]
How can I clean and brighten my shirt?
November 28, 2011 by theknitt
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I have a nice colorful knit shirt, 100% cotton that I want to wash and brighten the white as well as the colors. What do I use/do? Got the shirt during the 96 Olympics. Beautiful eagle, flag, etc.
does anyone know where i can find a knit or crochet pattern with avenged sevenfold?
November 27, 2011 by theknitt
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My faveorite band is a7x and i would like to make somethng that has their name or the deathbat on it.
Does anyone have instructions to cro knitt a blanket or afgan? I have a friend who is very ill & want to make
November 27, 2011 by theknitt
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she cannot get out of bed and it would make her happy. Cro knitting is done using a double hooked needle.
What’s a good name for a club that will be based on homemaking?
November 26, 2011 by theknitt
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I plan on founding a club that will be based on homemaking: cooking, baking, knitting, sewing, arts and crafts, health, gardening, etc. I need a name for the club! I’m looking for a name that is witty, basic, or concise. Any suggestions? :]
Can any body tell me what the equivalent weight wool is?
November 25, 2011 by theknitt
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I have an American knitting pattern which calls for sport weight yarn, I cant find what that is in the UK, can anyone help.
What is the best way to store knitted garments?
November 24, 2011 by theknitt
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like woolen jumpers, cardigans, jackets.
