Wool is a beautiful and somewhat delicate product. It has the property to self clean if we let it.

I do not use any superwash wool. 

Superwash is a (synthetic) resin coating over the wool fiber to create longer lasting colours and makes the product less sensitive to felt. It does, however destroy natural properties of wool like self cleaning and moisture regulation. Because i use only natural, non-superwash wool the products require a bit more care when washing.

Here are some tips for taking care of a sweater I made or any other woolen items: 

As said wool is self cleaning, you do not need to wash it often, best not to. You can air your piece outside over night, preferably when its a little cold out. This will give it a refreshment. 

When you feel it is time to do a real cleaning, you can wash it by hand with a little soap and medium warm water, do not move the wool too much. When you take it out of the water gently squeeze out the water, do not wring. Lay the item flat to dry, do not hang. 

Best protection againt moths is wearing and using the item, moths don't like movement, light and airflow. 

When you store your item for a longer period I recommend to place it in a zipper bag or a transparent container, so moths can not enter. Some Cedar wood/oil, or eucalypt leaves/oil will repel wool moths.