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There are several ways to stretch clothes that are shrinking or are already too tight. Knitted fabrics such as cotton, cashmere, and wool are the easiest to stretch by soaking or spraying with water, stretching the fabric, and drying. Ingredients like baby shower gel, hair conditioner, baking soda, and vinegar can loosen fabric fibers and help clothes stretch more easily.
Steps
Use baby shower gel or hair conditioner
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Mix warm water with a mild detergent solution. Pour warm water into the basin or sink. Pour in about 80 ml of baby shower gel or hair conditioner. You can also pour a cap of mild laundry detergent to loosen the wool. [1] X Research Source
- Note that this solution is only for items made of knitted fabrics such as cotton, cashmere, or wool, which are much more stretchy than synthetic fibers or silk.
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Soak the fabric for 10 minutes. Gently submerge the garment in the water and soak for a full 10 minutes to loosen the fibers. The item must be completely submerged during this time. [2] X Research Source
- For thick knitted garments, you must soak for 20 minutes or more. Do not soak for longer than 2 hours. [3] X Research Sources
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Drain the water and squeeze the clothes gently. Remove the drain plug from the sink to drain or empty the basin. Squeeze the fabric gently to remove as much water as possible. Do not wring to avoid damaging the shape of the garment. [4] X Research Sources
- Do not rinse clothes with clean water after draining the soapy water.
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Place the item on a large, clean towel and roll it up to absorb the moisture. Carefully remove the clothes from the sink and spread them on a clean towel. Starting at one end of the towel, gently roll the towel and item inside. This will help the towel absorb moisture from the clothes. [5] X Research Sources
- After the roll is complete, the item will be just damp, not wet.
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Draw the outline of the item wider on the stencil. Choose an item that is the same size as you want the knit to stretch. Spread the pattern on the stencil and carefully trace the outline with a pencil or ballpoint pen. [6] X Research Sources
- Do not use markers or markers to draw, as the ink may bleed and stain the fabric.
- Do not draw on regular paper as the paper can crumble and lose its shape when wet.
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Spread the garment over the drawing and gently stretch. Spread the damp knitwear you want to stretch over the pattern on the stencil. Gently pull the edges of the garment so that it is level with the drawing. To avoid damage, do not force yourself when stretching. [7] X Research Sources
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Use heavy objects to block the edges of knitwear. Once you have stretched the garment to the desired size, hold it in place by pressing down. Place smooth-edged weights around the hem of the sweater to keep it in place. You can use paperweights, smooth rocks, heavy cups, or small dumbbells. [8] X Research Sources
- Do not use anything sharp or jagged to block the garment, as these objects can tear or damage the fabric.
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Leave the item as it is until it dries. Do not take the garment out until it is completely dry. Depending on the item, you may need to let it sit for a few hours or overnight. If you take your clothes out while they are still damp, the fibers may shrink after they dry. [9] X Research Source
Use baking soda and vinegar
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Make a solution of baking soda in a basin or sink. Dissolve 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of baking soda in 2 quarts of hot water. Wait for a while until the baking soda is completely dissolved. Do not put clothes in the solution until the baking soda is completely dissolved, as it may stick to the fabric. [10] X Research Source
- Note, this solution is more effective on natural fabrics like cotton and wool than on synthetic fabrics like ppyester or rayon.
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Dip the item in the solution and remove the water. Submerge the garment you want to stretch in the baking soda solution, then remove from the water and squeeze gently to remove the excess water. Do not wring to avoid damaging the clothes. [11] X Research Source
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Gently stretch the garment with your hands. Gently stretch the item in all directions. Be careful not to pull too hard to avoid damage. Pull all over to avoid distorting the shape of the garment. [12] X Research Source
- Use rubber gloves to protect your hands when handling baking soda if you have sensitive skin.
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Soak the clothes in the solution for an additional hour, then drain the water. After stretching the item to the desired shape, soak it in the baking soda solution again. Make sure the item is completely submerged in water. Soak like this for 1 hour, then drain the water. [13] X Research Source
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Use the vinegar solution to rinse the item. Mix 1 liter of warm water with 250 ml of white vinegar in a small bucket and pour over the item. The combined effect of baking soda and vinegar will help soften and stretch fabrics. [14] X Research Source
- Spread the item on a flat surface and let it dry naturally.
Stretch jeans with water
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Spread the jeans on a clean, dry surface. Take everything out of your jeans pocket if you have one. Spread the pants on a clean surface like a table and smooth them out. [15] X Research Source
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Spray water on tight areas of jeans. Mist over tight parts of the jeans, such as the calves or the back of the pants. If the area is tight, spray water all over the pants. Remember to spray both the front and back of the jeans. [16] X Research Source
- The water will loosen the tight weaves and help the jeans stretch.
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Stretch the jeans in all directions to loosen the fibers. Use your hands to pull the fabric up and down, horizontally and vertically. Focus on the tightest areas to increase the stretch of the fabric. Do this step for a few minutes for the fabric to change shape. [17] X Research Source
- The fabric of jeans is usually strong and elastic, so you don’t have to worry about it tearing.
- Be careful to avoid any embellishments on the jeans, such as crystals or intentional tears.
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Flatten the jeans and let them dry. Once you’ve stretched your pants, let them dry naturally. If you put it in the dryer, the pants will shrink. Flatten the pants to make sure it holds its new shape. [18] X Research Sources
Things you need
Loosen clothes with baby shower gel or hair conditioner
- 80 ml baby shower gel or hair conditioner
- Big and clean towels
- Stencils
- Pencil or ballpoint pen
- Heavy objects (paperweights, heavy cups)
Use baking soda and vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) baking soda
- 250 ml white vinegar
- Rubber gloves
Stretch jeans with water
- Water spray
Advice
- If your clothes are shrinking from the dry cleaner, take it back to the shop and ask them to redo and stretch the item.
- If you don’t see any threads on the fabric, it’s felt and cannot be stretched.
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There are several ways to stretch clothes that are shrinking or are already too tight. Knitted fabrics such as cotton, cashmere, and wool are the easiest to stretch by soaking or spraying with water, stretching the fabric, and drying. Ingredients like baby shower gel, hair conditioner, baking soda, and vinegar can loosen fabric fibers and help clothes stretch more easily.
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