Waffle Knit Care: Keep Your Rolling Bones Top Looking New

Start with what the label actually says

Before you wash your waffle knit top, check the care label sewn into the garment. The Rolling Bones Women's Waffle Knit is made of a cozy waffle knit in bone white, but the supplied product information does not include specific care instructions. That means the label on your top is the best source for water temperature, detergent type, and drying method.

If the label is missing or unclear, treat the top gently: wash it inside out on a cold, delicate cycle and lay it flat to dry. These habits reduce friction and heat exposure, which are common causes of pilling and shrinkage in knit fabrics.

A simple wash routine for waffle knit

Follow these steps to clean your waffle knit top without unnecessary wear:

1. Turn it inside out: This protects the outer surface from friction against other garments and zippers.
2. Use cold water and a gentle cycle: Cold water is less likely to cause shrinkage or set stains. Choose the delicate or hand-wash cycle if your machine has one.
3. Choose a mild detergent: Avoid bleach and fabric softener, which can break down fibers over time. A small amount of gentle detergent is enough.
4. Wash with similar colors: The bone white color can pick up dye from darker items, so keep it with lights or whites.

How to dry a waffle knit shirt without shrinking it

Heat is the enemy of knit fabrics. High dryer temperatures can shrink the cotton fibers and weaken the waffle texture. The safest method is to lay the top flat on a clean towel or drying rack, reshaping it gently while damp. If you prefer to hang it, use a padded hanger to avoid stretching the shoulders.

If you must use a dryer, choose the lowest heat setting and remove the top while it is still slightly damp, then lay it flat to finish drying. Avoid overdrying, which can make the fabric feel stiff and increase pilling.

Why waffle knit pills—and how to slow it down

Pilling happens when short fibers rub together and form small balls on the surface. Waffle knit's raised texture makes it more prone to friction, especially under the arms and where a bag strap rubs. You can reduce pilling by:

• Washing less often: Spot-clean between wears and air the top out overnight to refresh it.
• Avoiding rough surfaces: Turn the top inside out when washing and avoid wearing it under abrasive jackets or backpacks.
• Using a fabric shaver: If pills appear, gently remove them with a fabric shaver or a small pair of scissors. Do not pull them off, which can distort the knit.

Storing your waffle knit between wears

Fold your waffle knit top rather than hanging it. Hanging can stretch the shoulders and distort the shape over time. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, which can fade the bone white color. If you need to stack it, place it near the top of the pile to avoid heavy pressure on the texture.

The top this routine is built around

• Rolling Bones Women's Waffle Knit: Rolling Bones Women's Waffle Knit is a limited-edition long sleeve made of a cozy waffle knit in bone white. The bone white color shows stains and dye transfer more easily, so wash it with care and separate from dark items.

  

• Rolling Bones Women's Waffle Knit: It is designed as a base layer for keeping warm while delivering hard-hitting looks. As a base layer, it sits close to the skin and may need more frequent washing—but frequent washing also increases pilling risk, so balance freshness with gentle care.
• Rolling Bones Women's Waffle Knit: Available sizes: S, L, XL. If you are between sizes, remember that proper fit affects how the top wears; a tighter fit may experience more friction and pilling under the arms.