Kamalika Lotus Wool Shawl

Care & Maintenance of Wool

With proper care any pure wool textile can last for years. But washing and cleaning wool by hand is an elaborate process. Please feel free to dry clean this gorgeous piece of textile if you prefer that.

Wool washing guide

• Use luke warm water (86 F / 30 C) in a bucket
• dissolve a small amount of mild detergent for wool or shampoo in it
• Submerge the shawl in it and move it gently move it around a bit
• Run cold water over it to rinse out the soap suds
• DO NOT use fabric softener
• Apply gentle pressure to remove extra water. DO NOT twist or wring out the fabric
• It is best to lay it flat to dry. Otherwise fold it once or twice and lay it on a clothing rack so it can dry from both sides.
• Avoid direct sunlight.
• When it is partially dry, it can be hung on a clothesline (avoiding direct sunlight) to fully dry out without stretching out the fibers.
• Once it is completely dry, it can be steamed our ironed with medium heat.