{"title":"Dryer Balls","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jumbo-wool-dryer-ball","title":"Jumbo Wool Dryer Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003eWool dryer balls are an environmentally friendly, all-natural laundry aid. These hand-felted JUMBO dryer balls will shorten your drying time, and soften and fluff laundry. They also help reduce static and replace chemically-treated dryer sheets. 1-3 in this size is recommended, depending on load size. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade in Mansfield, MO at a regenerative sheep farm called Rustic Strength, sheep spend their whole lives on open pastures, under the care of the family of farmers. Seasonally, their wool is sheered, washed, and then handmade into these dryer balls, all without using bleach or nylon processing. Through their regenerative agricultural practices, such as rotational grazing, natural fertilization, and water source management, carbon emissions are captured and stored back into the soil and the land is improved.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTIPS:\u003cbr\u003e- Don't ever overstuff loads. Overstuffed loads will not clean nor dry as well.\u003cbr\u003e- If a light scent is desired, a few drops of your favorite essential oil may be applied directly to the dryer balls or an absorbent cloth. We don't recommend use of EOs in wash water. It's ineffective and some oils will wick fabrics leaving them less absorbent. \u003cbr\u003e- Dogs and cats love dryer balls. However they will likely shorten their usable life!\u003cbr\u003e- It is perfectly normal for our large dryer balls to become out of round. This does not impair their function at all. You can moisten and reshape them a bit, but it is unnecessary.\u003cbr\u003e- Our dryer balls may be washed if needed. They will take a long time to fully dry. Sun\/air drying is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rustic Strenth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43143119700215,"sku":"LE-DB-LG-01-3P","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/0577\/9191\/files\/WoolDryerBalls_1x1-2.webp?v=1709140065"},{"product_id":"jumbo-wool-dryer-ball-copy","title":"Jumbo Alpaca Dryer Ball","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ApplePlainTextBody\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew, improved Alpaca Dryer Balls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ApplePlainTextBody\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• 2x larger \u0026amp; denser than before\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Increases static reduction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Better clothing separation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Sustainably farmed in the USA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Ideal for those allergic to wool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA humane haircut |\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOur alpaca fleece dryer balls are made from soft, 100% alpaca fleece fiber. Sheering an alpaca does not harm it. In fact, they actually kind of like it. Most sheering on the farm is done in the spring so the alpacas can stay cooler during the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fleece |\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlpaca coats are made from hollow fibers of hair; this hair can absorb moisture and decrease drying time. Reducing drying time saves money and protects delicate fabrics. Additionally, the fiber in the dryer balls does NOT break down over time, meaning they will last you for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing dryer balls is easy |\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSimply throw 2-3 balls in a load of laundry. As they tumble around, the alpaca balls keep your laundry separated. This reduces drying time, decreases static cling, and helps collect more lint. The coarseness of alpaca wool causes a gentle friction that softens fabric fibers and makes large items, like comforters, blankets, and towels, fluffier. Once you have retrieved your alpaca balls from all the places they like to hide in your clothing, simply store them inside your dryer or the box they came in until your next use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScenting |\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAdd a few drops of essential oil to your dryer balls for a faint lingering smell on your fresh laundry. The amount of drops depends on your desired scent strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully compostable |\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhen you’re ready to retire your dryer balls, you can do so in your own backyard. They will break down naturally without assistance. 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