Fabric Guide
Cashmere
A unique natural fibre produced from the goat. The filament produced is extremely lustrous and soft with a wondeful drape.
Cotton
A fabric made from a natural fibre softness.
Nettle
An unusual natural fibre produced from the nettle plant with a wondeful drape and the look of old lace.
Pina
A unique natural fibre produced from the pinapple plant.
Silk
A natural fibre produced by the silk worm which feeds on Mulberry leaves
The filament produced is extremely strong, lustrous and soft with a beautiful drape.
Viscose
A cellulose based textile fibre formally known as Rayon
known for its wonderful draping qualities and softness.
Wool
A cellulose based textile fibre formally known as Rayon
known for its wonderful draping qualities and softness.
Shawl Care
A little advice to ensure that your shawl is kept in the best condition
Fold, lightly roll or hang your shawl, try not to crease.
Store away from direct sunlight too much sun is not good for any fabric (or us).
Always protect your Pashmina or any wool shawl from the dreaded moth.
Cotton shawls will wash OK use low temperature water and dry flat if possible. All other shawls are best dry cleaned .
If you do decide to wash your shawl use tepid water, a gentle soap powder, do not rub or wring and dry flat.