Take proper care of your embroidered apparel to ensure longevity and maintain its quality. Follow these guidelines to keep your favorite designs looking their best:
Machine Washing:
- Turn the embroidered garment inside-out.
- Use cold water on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent and similar colors.
- You can add a small amount of chlorine bleach, but non-chlorine bleach is safer for preserving colors.
Color Residue and Rinse:
- If you notice any color residue in the water, rinse the garment thoroughly.
- Rinse first in lukewarm water, then in cold water several times.
- Be gentle and avoid rubbing the stained embroidery.
Dry Cleaning:
- Embroidered clothing can also be dry-cleaned if preferred.
Drying:
- After washing, avoid leaving the clothing to soak or pile up while wet.
- Don’t wring out embroidered items.
- If tumble-drying, use a cool air setting to prevent damage.
Ironing:
- Iron the garment inside-out.
- Preferably place a cloth between the embroidery and the iron.
- Avoid wetting the embroidery before ironing, and don’t use a steam iron.
Remember, these care instructions will help maintain the beauty and quality of your embroidered apparel.
