We like to keep things simple, including our care instructions.
There are basic instructions on our packaging and labels, but here are some more helpful hints.


Area fabrics are made from natural fibers, so they'll change with use, washing, drying and time.

- use a mild detergent (many detergents contain chemicals that are harmful to fabrics)

- use less detergent than the manufacturer recommends (too much detergent can weaken fibers over time)

- fill the washer with water before adding detergent - do not put detergent directly on fabrics to avoid discoloration

- use a non-chlorine bleach on whites, but only if necessary (chlorine bleach wears down fibers and can cause yellowing)

- avoid fabric softener - it coats the surface and weakens the fabric (area bedding softens naturally)


- dry clean area wool blankets and throws

- dry clean bed skirts to retain shape

- dry clean area linen quilts and printed linen pillows to retain size and appearance

all area items can be machine washed except for wool blankets, area linen quilts and printed linen pillows (see about dry cleaning below)

- wash bedding before use in warm or cold water on the regular or gentle cycle

- wash bed linens separately from other laundry (separating light and dark colors)

- wash area cotton blankets separately to avoid shedding on other bedding

- remove damp linens promptly from the washer and shake out before drying to reduce wrinkling


- tumble dry on low or medium heat and be careful not to over-dry - it makes fabric brittle and causes shrinking and wrinkling

- remove from dryer when slightly damp to avoid excess wrinkling

- iron while linens are still damp - if dry, dampen linens with a spray bottle

- use a steam iron on warm (never a hot, dry iron)

- iron embroidered pieces on the back side


- although our linen quilts and printed linen pillows can safely be machine washed, dry cleaning is recommended because they will shrink and pucker due to their size and manufacturing techniques.

- all area linen and cotton/linen blends can be machine-washed with the same care as our cottons

- linen fibers soften with use and washing and become less and less wrinkled


all area bedding that is marked machine-washable allows for shrinkage - however, washing in hot water and over-drying can cause excessive shrinkage