https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 10 May 2026 18:02:12 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58637 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:40:25 +0000 Laura 58637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Storage bins with cedar chips in the plastic? That sounds amazing. I'm going to have to check that out. </p> <p>Thanks to everyone for the suggestions ... my work is cut out for me this weekend. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58556 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 01:43:57 +0000 greenglove 58556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that it depends on the plastic. The stuff from the drycleaners is particularly bad. I got some storage bins made by rubbermaid that have cedar chips in the plastic. They are made for clothing storage. I do not use moth balls. I use this product that takes away the moisture in the bin so that nothing gets moldy or smells like rust, so far they work really well. I think everything wrinkles when stored away. I would love to be able to keep everything out all seasons. Doesn't Angie talk about that? If so, what would you do to protect wool? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58553 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 01:13:38 +0000 Anonymous 58553@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had good luck popping new unwrapped bars of strong smelling soap in with packed-away clothing. They come out smelling minty fresh. I store my best wools in a freezer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58511 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 21:42:39 +0000 shana 58511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I recall Martha Stewart saying that you should not store seasonal clothing in plastic tubs- she recommends canvas storage boxes and/or garment bags for breathability. I actually go the plastic bin route for most stuff because it's just easier. I have a couple of these canvas boxes for my most precious items. My silk saris are all stored in a hardwood chest. I've also used some of those large ziploc storage bags and they seem to work well. </p> <p>As far as storing in plastic, I don't think it's a big deal for short-term storage but it is perhaps not wise for longer periods. My sons are 4 years apart and I did notice that some of the clothes that I put away in plastic bins appeared to have stains in them even though I washed them thoroughly before storing. I do think this had something to do with storing in plastic.</p> <p>I've hear that using tissue paper is a good way to prevent wrinkles. Too much work for me! I just iron or even just put my knit wear out on a hangar while I shower to get wrinkles out.</p> <p>Lavender (or rosemary) is a great moth deterrent and doesn't smell nearly as bad as moth balls. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58500 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 20:51:09 +0000 marianne 58500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you opposed to ironing them? You can iron them over a wet gauze (or cheesecloth), works great.</p> <p>This is a good reminder for me to put my wool stuff away, since it looks like it'll be finally getting warmer here. I've had a moth problem in the past, and I usually store my sweaters in a zip plastic bag (sort of like the pillow bags, but made for clothes storage, so you can hang it on a hook) with cedar blocks. Moth balls work better, of course, but I just prefer something not as toxic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58496 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 20:34:03 +0000 shiny 58496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, you're not supposed to store sweaters in plastic. I can't remember why - something about your sweaters need to breathe. Cloth bags are recommended. Put mothballs or cedar inside to deter moths. </p> <p>I use these zipper bags that came with our pillows. They are the perfect size (my sweaters are small!), have clear plastic on one side (so I can quickly see what's in each one) and cloth on the other sides for breathability. I don't bother with moth balls because we've never had a problem with moths. </p> <p>As for the wrinkling issue, I don't see how you can really get around this. What I do is fluff the sweaters back up in the dryer, using the Dry-El kits. This effectively steams them and the wrinkles fall right out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/storing-winter-knitwear#post-58466 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:44:39 +0000 Laura 58466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To protect my winter sweaters from hungry moths, I usually store them in covered plastic tubs starting in the spring. The downside is that the finer knits often come out wrinkled. Is there a better way to store knitwear? </p>