Also, never use chlorine-based bleach, which can damage the natural fibers.
If thecare tagsaysdry-clean-only, follow the directive, and never wash it yourself.
Tip
it’s possible for you to use these same instructions to washsilk pillowcases.
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Rapid drying in front of an electric fan prevents the formation of watermarks and helps retain the glossy finish.
Warning
Never place silk in an automatic dryer, even onlow heat.
Spray with an alcohol-based hairspray or put rubbing alcohol on the stain.
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Don’t let the spray or alcohol dry.
Immediately dab gently at the stain with a clean cloth until the ink stain lifts.
Don’t rub the ink stain.
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Use a blow dryer to dry the spot quickly.
Fill a large sink or bucket with 1/4 cupwhite distilled vinegarper gallon of lukewarm water, and mix well.
Submerge the scarf and swish it around to soak.
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Remove the scarf from the vinegar water, and rinse it several times in clean water.
Do not wring the scarf.
Repeat if the scarf still feels stiff.
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Repair a large rip using fusible interfacing (found at fabric and craft stores).
Place it on the wrong side of the scarf to fuse the tear.
Ironing
Silk should be slightly damp when pressed.
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Use a warmnever hotiron setting.
Storing Silk Scarves
Always store a silk scarf in a dry place.
Be sure the scarf is completely clean before storing it.
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Use lavender-filled sachets to repelinsectsthat can attack the natural silk fiber.
Yes, generally, it’s possible for you to hand-wash a silk scarf.
However, if a care label says “dry-clean-only,” heed those instructions.
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If it has a stain, pretreat it, then immediately wash the entire scarf by hand.
Or take it to the dry cleaner and point out the stain.
Silk is very delicate.
Use a laundry detergent formulated for delicates.
Many detergents safe for washing wool are also safe for cleaning silk scarves.
