Silk, when it has been tinted and painted by hand, not only takes washing well, but it comes out more beautiful each time!
Certain rules, however, must be respected.
Wash silk by hand only (and never with other articles).
Silk must be washed in tepid or cold water, according to the instructions. The maximum temperature should be 35° C or 113° F.
A slight lightening of colour may occur, especially when the colours are intense. This lightening is normal.
Use a mild detergent or soap flakes.
Rub gently, but don't let the silk soak in water for long periods of time.
Rince abundantly and several times in tepid water, lightly wring dry.
Roll the silk in a towel to remove the surplus water.
Allow to dry away from heat or sunlight, just until the material is slightly humid.
For a large piece it is, of course, difficult to roll it in a towel.
You can place it on a drying rack, if the size is convenient, and place the towels underneath it.
Or, if you do not have a suitable dryng rack, you can hang it on a line and place the towels between the layers of silk as well as underneath the article.
Never allows the silk to come into prolonged contact with another section of the silk! This can produce an effect of de-colourization or staining.
Even with the towels, it will be necessary to use a container or bucket under the line to catch the surplus water.
Ironing :
Iron the silk while it is still humid, on the reverse side, setting your iron to the temperature for "Silk".
Do not forcefully iron the seams.
End by ironing on the outer side.
