I've been on a hat-making "kick" and recently completed 3 berets, all made in wool yarns.
When I finished them, it was time to look for a good product to wash the berets, before blocking them into shape. I tried Eucalan No Rinse Delicate Wash and I was very pleased with the results.
When I finished them, it was time to look for a good product to wash the berets, before blocking them into shape. I tried Eucalan No Rinse Delicate Wash and I was very pleased with the results.
Here are some photos of my "trio of tams" after they were washed and then blocked, using Eucalan No Rinse Delicate Wash:
Washed, Blocked and Waiting to Dry.
Great results!
This beret is knitted in Alafoss Lopi Yarn.
This beret is knitted in Alafoss Lopi Yarn.
I was inspired to change my avatar photo! LOL
A large, floppy crochet beret pattern, also made in wool.
(I used 2 yarns together, from my stash)
Shades of Fall!
Spruce Green Wool of the Andes Yarn from KnitPicks.
This beret is also crochet.
The Eucalan worked very well; actually exceeded my expectations. I tested the: Unscented, Grapefruit (how's that for an interesting laundry scent), Lavender and Original Eucalyptus Scents. All were pleasant and not over-the top in terms of being overly scented. But I do prefer unscented products, that is always my personal preference.
"Eucalan’s Natural No Rinse Delicate Wash is the same great formula, but no scent has been added to it. It is Eucalan, bare and naked, as we have not added any chemicals to take away the natural scent of the product. The lanolin enriched formula helps to condition fibers and keep static away. For those scent sensitive people, use Eucalan Natural on all your delicates like sweaters, lingerie, and hosiery, comforters, down jackets, bathing suits and baby items."
All of these berets were soft, very clean and blocked perfectly after using the Eucalan Delicate Wash. I did not rinse the berets, as suggested on their site and there was no soapy residues left behind.
Eucalan is useful for many types of delicate fabrics, not just wool. I also tried it on a cream colored cotton shrug that was badly in need of a wash. It came out beautifully too. Eucalan really cleans! I could actually see some of the dirt particles coming out of the fibers of this shrug, it was amazing. Strong on dirt but still gentle enough for fine washables.
Eucalan can be used for hand-washing and in the machine. Apparently makes a great pet shampoo too as fleas do not like Eucalan and it is non-toxic.
Eucalan comes in a variety of sizes: 5ml. , 100 ml., 500 ml. and a large 4L/ 1 gallon economy size, with pump. And if you stop by the very informative Eucalan site, you can get a free sample to try.
I will definitely be using Eucalan again. I've tried a number of delicate wash laundry products over the years but nothing has worked better than Eucalan No Rinse Delicate Wash.
If you'd like any details about the patterns and yarns used in the berets I made, just send me an email.
Overall rating for this product: Excellent. 5 out of 5.
