Small holes in a T-shirt: why they always appear in the same place

also be damaged under certain circumstances.

Is the washing machine the culprit?

The washing machine can play a role, but is not necessarily the cause.

If the holes consistently appear in the same spot, this indicates that the fabric has already been weakened at a certain point due to wear or repeated friction.

However, high spin speeds, aggressive wash cycles, or a damaged drum can put extra stress on already weakened fibers. In discussions about this issue, some users report improvements from gentler wash cycles and lower spin speeds. (Houzz)

Are clothes moths the cause?

Small holes in clothing can,