care instructions

Hand washing plant dyed accessories increases the longevity of the textile by preserving fibers and the color, in a way that washing machines can’t.

washing

Fill a container or sink with lukewarm water. Add a small amount of pH neutral soap, such as Dawn dish soap, Seventh Generation, or The Laundress delicate wash. Mix the water and soap to prepare the bath. Submerge the garment, using your hands to agitate the water and soap. Soak for up to 30 minutes. Never soak silk garments for longer than 30 minutes. Rinse well using lukewarm or cold water until the soapy water is gone and press out the water. Be careful not to wring or twist the fabric.

drying

Don’t put into the dryer. To dry, as quickly as possible, place the garment on top of a towel and roll up the garment in the towel (like a sleeping bag) to remove excess water. For faster drying, use more than one towel and repeat this process several times. Lay flat or hang to air dry. Do not hang dry in direct sunlight.

ironing

If desired, lightly iron on a cotton or silk setting to iron out any wrinkles.