How to store your winter sweaters

Protect your sweaters over the summer with these great tips.

By Canadian Living

This story was originally titled "Sweater Saver" in the April 2007 issue. Subscribe to Canadian Living today and never miss an issue!

When storing away winter sweaters, here's the best way to keep them in luxurious shape.

1. Fold, don’t hang, wool sweaters and lightweight knits; they stretch out on hangers.

2. Discourage fabric-eating pests and keep your clothes smelling fresh at the same time with little cloth sachets of dried lavender.

3. Avoid discolouration and lint buildup by placing sheets of tissue paper between sweaters when stacking them away in a cupboard for the summer.

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