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"FAT Lanolin 25g

Sachet of Lanolin (wool fat) for restoring the natural water and wind resistance of knitted woollen garments.
Dissolve a pea size quantity of wool fat in a cup of boiling water then add to cool water, wash garment and leave to soak in the solution for a few hours, wring out and dry flat, blocking the garment to the correct size.
This treatment only needs to be done every 8 to 10 washes so this quantity will last for some time."

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