There are several ways to stretch clothes that are shrunk or too small. Clothes made of knitted fabrics such as cotton, cashmere, and wool are very easy to stretch. You can stretch clothes by spraying, pulling, and drying them. Ingredients like baby shampoo, baking soda, and vinegar can help stretch the fibers of your clothes, making them easier to stretch.
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Method 1 of 3: Using Baby Shampoo or Conditioner
Step 1. Put a mild cleaning solution in warm water
Fill a sink or basin with warm water. Add 80 ml of baby shampoo or conditioner to the water. Alternatively, add a cup of mild detergent if you want to stretch the wool.
Remember, do this to stretch clothes made of knitted fabrics such as cotton, cashmere, or wool. Knitted fabrics are easier to shrink and stretch than synthetic or silk fabrics
Step 2. Soak the clothes for 10 minutes
Gently dip the clothes into the water. Let the clothes soak for 10 minutes to allow the fibers to flex. Make sure the entire garment is completely submerged.
If the garment is made of thick knitted fabric, soak it for 20 minutes or more. However, do not soak clothes for more than 2 hours
Step 3. Drain the water and then squeeze the clothes gently
Open the sink water stopper to drain the water. When using a basin, simply pour the water out. After that, gently wring the clothes so they don't get too wet. Don't squeeze the clothes too hard so they don't change shape.
After draining the water from the sink or basin, do not rinse the clothes again with clean water
Step 4. Place the clothes on a clean towel and then roll them up to dry
Gently remove clothes from the sink or basin. After that, place the clothes on a clean towel and smooth it out. Gently roll the towel with the clothes on it. By doing this, the towel can help absorb water from the clothes.
After doing this, the clothes should be damp, but not wet
Step 5. Draw the outline of the larger garment on the large parchment paper
Choose another piece of clothing in the size you want your knitwear to match. Place the garment flat on the parchment paper. Carefully draw the outline of the garment using a pencil or pen.
- Do not draw the outline of the garment using a felt tip pen or marker, as the ink may stick to the garment.
- Do not use plain paper. When exposed to water, plain paper will soften and lose its original shape.
Step 6. Place the damp garment over the outline and then stretch gently
Place the damp garment you want to stretch on the outline of the parchment paper. Stretch each end of the garment so that it lines up with the outline on the parchment paper. To prevent damage to the garment, do not stretch the garment too vigorously or aggressively.
Step 7. Place a heavy object at each end of the garment
Once you have stretched the garment to the desired size, secure it by placing a heavy object on it. Place an object with a smooth end at each end of the garment to keep it stretched. You can use paperweights, soft stones, cups, or small barbells.
Do not use objects with sharp or uneven edges, these objects can tear or damage the fabric of clothing
Step 8. Leave the clothes in this position to dry
Do not remove clothes from parchment paper until they are dry. Depending on the type of clothing, you may need to leave it on for a few hours, or overnight. If the garment stops stretching while it is still wet, the fibers will shrink back when the garment dries.
Method 2 of 3: Using Baking Soda and Vinegar
Step 1. Mix baking soda with warm water in a basin or sink
Dissolve 30 ml of baking soda in 2 liters of hot water. Let it sit for a few minutes until the baking soda is completely dissolved. Do not put clothes in the sink or basin if the baking soda has not completely dissolved. Undissolved baking soda can stick to the fibers of clothes.
Remember, this soak is better suited for stretching clothes with natural fabrics, such as cotton or wool, than synthetic fabrics, such as polyester or rayon
Step 2. Soak the clothes in the soaking water and then wring them out
Place the garment to be stretched in the soaking water until it is completely submerged. Remove the garment from the soaking water and gently wring it out. So that the clothes are not damaged, do not squeeze them roughly.
Step 3. Gently stretch the garment with your hands
Pull and stretch the fabric in various directions. Don't pull the clothes too hard or damage the fabric. Stretch the garment evenly to keep it symmetrical.
If you have sensitive skin, wear gloves to protect your hands from baking soda
Step 4. Soak the clothes again for an hour, then drain
When you're done stretching the garment to the desired size, place the garment back in the baking soda-soaked water. Make sure the clothes are completely submerged. Leave it for an hour, then drain the soaking water from the sink or basin.
Step 5. Rinse the clothes with vinegar water
Prepare a small bucket and mix 1 liter of warm water with 250 ml of white vinegar. Rinse clothes using this solution. Baking soda and white vinegar can help stretch and stretch the fibers of the fabric.
Lay the clothes flat and let them dry on their own
Method 3 of 3: Stretching the Genie Using Water
Step 1. Lay the jeans on a clean, dry surface
Take out the things that are in the jeans pocket. Place the jeans on a clean surface, such as a table. Trim the jeans until they are completely flat.
Step 2. Spray water on the tight area of the jeans
Spray water on areas of the jeans that are too tight or too tight, such as the calves or waist. If the entire area of the jeans is too narrow, spray water all over the surface of the jeans. Make sure you spray the front and back of the jeans.
Water can help loosen jeans that are too tight. This of course can help stretch the jeans
Step 3. Stretch the jeans in all directions to flex the fibers
Pull the jeans up and down with your hands to make them lengthen and widen. Focus on the narrowest part to make the genie more flexible. Do this for a few minutes to make sure the jeans are stretched.
- Since they are quite strong and stretchy, you don't have to worry about the jeans tearing when stretched.
- Do not stretch the area around the jeans decor, such as jewelry stones or intentional rips of the jeans.
Step 4. Place the jeans flat and let them dry
After stretching the jeans, allow them to dry on their own. If you use a clothes dryer, the jeans may shrink. Place the genie horizontally so that the new shape doesn't change.
