Dip the felted item and mix well to soak all the fibers of the fabric. Leave the garment to soak for 30 minutes, then remove it from the basin and remove the excess water without wringing it excessively. It should remain moist, but not soggy.
Lay the garment on a dry towel and roll it up, it will help absorb excess water. Place the garment on another dry towel and slowly stretch it in each area to “bigger” it. You can do this several times, until it has regained its original size.
Dry it directly on the towel, but in the open air and away from heat sources.
Second trick to lengthen felted items
To put this trick into practice you need baking soda and vinegar. Mix 20 grams of baking soda in a liter of hot water, then pour this solution into a basin filled with warm water. Immerse the head in the basin and stretch it little by little.
Keep the garment in the basin for about 1 hour, then rinse it in another basin with a liter of water at room temperature and 250 ml of white vinegar. Dry the garment on a surface and without wringing it.
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