Cyanotype Care
These pieces are wearable art; they need a little extra love and care! Please read below carefully.
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Clothing
Cyanotype-infused fabric can last a long time when treated with love & care! Think of your piece as wearable artwork. While the indigo hues will naturally soften over time, following the guidelines below will help preserve the integrity and longevity of the print.
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Hats & Accessories
This category rarely needs a full wash, but they do face the elements. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight & natural perspiration can cause the print to fade. To protect the blues, store them out of the sun when not in use & spot clean when necessary.
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Prints & Cards
Our original works of art are meant to be treasured and admired like any other art piece. To preserve the integrity of the image and prevent discoloration from natural oils on your hands, hold the paper delicately & avoid hanging in full direct sunlight.
Washing Instructions
To extend the life of your garments, keep washing to a minimum. Hand-wash inside-out in cold water. Air dry (preferred) or tumble dry on low. Washing with only water is best (no detergent). Add a splash of hydrogen peroxide to help maintain the print and rinse thoroughly.
If you are going to use detergent, keep the following in mind. Use a gentle detergent, without phosphates or bleach. A gentle Castile soap without additives is best (such as Dr. Bronners). Please keep in mind, fading is more likely to occur when using detergent. For true denim, you can pop your jeans into the freezer for a couple of hours to kill off bacteria. Then wash with cold water as directed. Cyanotype infused fabric, while not permanent, can last a long time if you care for it properly and treat it as wearable art. Overtime, the deep indigo hues will soften and change, which is all a part of the beautiful cyanotype experience.
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Things to avoid: Ironing directly on the dye, excessive soaking, drying in direct sunlight, borax, oxyclean, washing/baking sodas​, washing machines (even without adding detergent, the build up of detergent in the machine can bleed onto the prints)
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