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Wet blocking a finishing technique used to shape and set knitted or crocheted fabric by moistening it completely and then pinning it or drying it flat to the desired dimensions.
Soak the finished piece in lukewarm water, optionally with a small amount of conditioner, wool wash or mild detergent. Let it soak for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse the garment in clean lukewarm water to ensure all the conditioner, wool wash or detergent are gone.
Gently squeeze out excess water and avoid wringing since it can distort the fabric. You can lay the fabric o a dry towel and place another dry towel on top of it. Then role it as a burito and stand on it to ensure that most of the water are dried out.
Lay the piece flat on a blocking mat, towel, or flat surface. Shape the fabric to the desired measurements. Put extra tension on seams and edges evening out every stitch.
Allow the fabric to dry completely.