If a brush is not up to the job try a damp sponge - my Mum used to go over woollen garments - winter coats, suits, skirts, flannel trousers with a piece of cloth, warm water and a sponge.
Any spots or stains were placed spot down on the rag and warm water from the sponge patted through the fabric - the process was called tamping. The cloth was refolded for each spot so there was a clean surface for each one.
Once all the spots were dealt with then the surface was gone over lightly. The sponge was moved briskly downwards with the garment on a hanger to refresh the cloth and then it was left to dry before being worn or put away.
Never put away damp or dirty woollen clothing as it is far more likely to attract moths or other wool eating beasties.
Anne the Pleater
I presume to dictate to no man what he shall eat or drink or wherewithal he shall be clothed."
-- The Hon. Stuart Ruaidri Erskine, The Kilt & How to Wear It, 1901.
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