Nov 3, 2009
in Style and Fashion
- Use a mild soap and cool or warm water. Strong alkaline detergents weaken silk.
- Wash each garment separately as dyes may bleed.
- Handle silk garments gently. Don't wring or twist the garment because silk is weaker when wet. After thorough rinsing, roll the item in a clean bath towel to remove excess moisture.
- Don't use presoak products or chlorine bleach; both will damage silk.
- Air dry the garment away from sunlight until damp dry. Use a padded or plastic hanger to distribute the weight of the wet garment.
- While damp, press the silk item from the wrong side with a dry iron at a warm (silk) setting. A steam iron at a low setting may be used, being sure the iron doesn't "spit," which would cause water spots. Iron the fabric dry. Use a press cloth when doing touchups on the right side of the garment.
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Ironing:
If needed, press your silk fabric inside out with a warm iron. Too much heat can dull, pucker, or burn your silk. - Storage:
Keep your silk fabric in a dark closet or drawer, away from excessive sunlight, heat, or moisture.
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