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Have you ever shrunk your favourite Cotton T-shirt in the laundry and been really sad about it? Well, there is no need to worry anymore! shrinking your t-shirt to size without ruining it is possible. All you have to do is follow these simple steps.

No need for a Dryer when shrinking your t-shirt to size

✔️ What You'll Need:

A T-shirt that is too big for you
A pot of boiling water
Scissors
A towel
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Step 1: Cut your T-shirt. You will want to cut it so that it is about two inches shorter than you want the final product to be. This will give you some wiggle room so that you do not accidentally make the shirt too small. Step 2: Boil water and soak the T-shirt. Make sure that all of the fabric is submerged. You will want to let the shirt soak for about five minutes. Step 3: Remove the T-shirt from the water. Be careful not to burn yourself. Step 4: Stretch the T-shirt. This will help it to shrink evenly. Start by pulling on each side of the shirt and then stretching it lengthwise. Step 5: Wrap the T-shirt in a towel. This will help to absorb any excess water. Step 6: Let the T-shirt dry. You can either hang it up or lay it flat. If you hang it up, make sure that it is not in direct sunlight. Step 7: Try on the shirt. Once the shirt is dry, try it on to see if it fits. If it is too big, you can always repeat the process.

DID YOU KNOW...?

Cotton is the most shrinkable material. Wool, linen, and silk will also shrink, but it requires more effort. Nylon, polyester, and spandex, on the other hand, will probably not shrink at all.

Using the Washing Machine to Shrink a T-shirt

If you don't want to shrink your shirt using the boiling water method, you can also use your washing machine. This method is a bit more gentle, so it is less likely to damage your shirt. Hot water and high heat will help to loosen the fibers and make them more susceptible to shrinking.

✔️ What You'll Need:

A T-shirt that is too big for you
A washing machine
A dryer
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Wash the T-shirt in hot water
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Dry the T-shirt on high heat
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Try on the T-shirt. (If it is still too big, you can repeat the process).

Other Ways your Clothes can Shrink

Washing your clothes in hot water and then drying them on high heat is not the only way that they can shrink. If you leave your clothes in the sun for too long, they can also shrink. The sun's rays can cause the fibers to contract, resulting in a smaller garment. Additionally, if you store your clothes in a humid environment, they can also shrink. The humidity can cause the fibers to swell, resulting in a smaller garment.
Cotton should only shrink in the wash once and that is it. After that, it should retain its shape and size. Cotton is a natural fiber that is derived from the cotton plant. The fibers are most commonly used to make clothing, towels, and bedding. Cotton is a very popular fabric because it is soft, durable, and easy to care for.

It can shrink up to 5% when it is washed in hot water.

However, if you wash it in cold water and dry it on low heat, it should not shrink at all.

Other Clothing That You Can Shrink Yourself

Other Clothing That You Can Shrink Yourself

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Jeans
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Woolly sweaters
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Dresses
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Caps, hats, and other headwear
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Socks

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