textile care

In order to make cotton products sun resistant a lot of harmful chemicals are required. Which is exactly what we are trying to avoid. It’s not good for the environment or our skin. And even if we wanted to, our strict standard, GOTS, wouldn’t allow most of these chemicals anyway.

The sun has natural bleaching capabilities and it requires serious chemistry to stop it, especially because cotton is a natural fibre. If it was plastic, like polyester, it’s easier to make sun resistant end-products (it still contains chemicals though).

For example, most black cotton t-shirts are not sun resistant either, and that’s a good thing, because it would mean a lot of harmful chemicals touching our skin (on top of the chemicals conventional cotton textiles already contain). Most of us are aware of this and do not hang black t-shirts out to dry directly in the sunlight.

Hours of direct sunlight on dark colours makes them fade, so we recommend avoiding direct sun when hanging laundry out to dry and using light colours when sunbathing.

Sometimes you may read that a kitchen towel should soak for 24-48 hours before use in order to become more absorbent. We do not advise that for our products. This is why:

Cotton is very absorbent from the outset. Just think about how absorbent a cotton make-up pad is and it requires no soaking to enhance absorbency. The missing absorbency (in other products) could be due to a few factors:

The way the yarn was processed.
Chemical treatment of the cotton.Residues from the processing and dyeing etc.

Our cotton is GOTS certified. This means that we only use pure starch when weaving, we do not use pesticides or heavy metals when dyeing, nor harmful chemicals in the after-treatment. Basically, we do not add loads of chemicals in the processing which prevents the end-products from being absorbent.

So, in general, you do not have to soak our products.

Have you thought about repairing? When focusing on our massive resource consumption, we better start buying less and better as well as repairing what we have already acquired. Holes can be repaired easily and if aesthetics are important, then try some Japanese sewing techniques, i.e. Sashiko.

Canvas is sensitive to stains, sunlight, and cannot handle being soaked for too long. It will lose some of its natural stiffness and develop an uneven structure. That being said, canvas is strong, long lasting, and will age gracefully.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ Canvas and heavy canvas are not exactly the same but have some similar washing instructions. And both are densely woven. It’s always a good idea to treat and wash stains immediately. No need for prewashing; it’s organic.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F) (only wash canvas when really necessary, try to surface wash first).
✓ When washing canvas, visible marks/folds will appear, as the fabric is dense.
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ To be washed inside out.
✓ Do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand whilst wet and again once dried.

The twill weave has a lot of great qualities and is known for its strength. It has a high tearing and shrink resistance, absorbency and durability. And because of this structure, twill generally drapes well.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ If you want to keep the strength and look for a longer time, then avoid soaking, wringing, rubbing, bleaching, or tumbling. No need for prewashing; it’s organic.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F)Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Before washing, you may tie the apron strings together in a tight bow with short loops to prevent them from tangling with other clothes in your laundry.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand whilst wet and again once dried.

Canvas is sensitive to stains, sunlight, and cannot handle being soaked for too long. It will lose some of its natural stiffness and develop an uneven structure. That being said, canvas is strong, long lasting, and will age gracefully.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ Canvas and heavy canvas are not exactly the same but have some similar washing instructions. And both are densely woven. It’s always a good idea to treat and wash stains immediately. No need for prewashing; it’s organic.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F) (only wash canvas when really necessary, try to surface wash first).
✓ When washing canvas, visible marks/folds will appear, as the fabric is dense.
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ To be washed inside out.
✓ Do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand whilst wet and again once dried.

A Jacquard loom produces reversible woven fabric often in complex patterns.
A technique dating back to the early 1800 century.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic and already absorbent.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F)
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at a low heat or, if needed, then use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth textiles by hand once folded.

* Meditation Cushion: Gently brush, surface wash or softly vacuum. Do not machine wash.

Voile is a soft, sheer fabric. The voile is woven with thin thread (yarn), resulting in a material that is quite light weight and semi transparent.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ You may prewash this item or rinse it in boiled water to remove the residue of natural starch from the production.
✓ The starch is harmless, however it may leave a little side flavour in your tea.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at a low heat or, if needed, then use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand once folded.

* The wooden stick is to be hand washed.
* Tea Bags: Food safe, approved by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.

Herringbone describes a distinctive V-shaped weaving pattern and resembles the skeleton of a herring fish (hence the name). Herringbone is a traditional weaving technique that has been used for centuries and is known for staying in shape, being long lasting and its ability to absorb.
The weaving technique is often seen in wool garments like suits and jackets, however due to the uniqueness and qualities of the weave, we find it perfect for some of our products.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic and already absorbent.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at a low heat or, if needed, then use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand once folded.

* Meditation Mattress: Unzip mattress and wash only the cover. Only surface wash the mattress.
* Relax Robe SHE: Tumble drying is not recommended for this garment, the black will remain black longer if it is dried naturally and washed at a lower temperature.

WHY ARE THERE HOLES IN MY KITCHEN TOWEL?
Holes in kitchen towels are often seen when sharp kitchen knives are being hand washed. The sharp points may cut the fabric to leave small holes behind. The weaving structure prevents the holes from getting bigger at normal use. So, we suggest leaving it or you can always repair it.

Waffle is a lightweight woven fabric (also known as honeycomb) where the pattern runs either vertically, horizontally or both, this creates a square design, hence the name waffle. This weaving is absorbent, lively and fast drying.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic and already absorbent.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at a low heat or, if needed, then use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant).
✓ Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.

The piqué weave (part of the dobby weave family) is characterised by small geometric patterns creating extra texture in the textile. It’s lightweight and fast drying. If washing and tumble drying at high temperatures, the fabric will retract and the shrinkage will be more than the usual 3-8%.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic and already absorbent.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at a low heat or, if needed, then use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant). Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand once folded.

Terry is a woven fabric with many short loops of thread, creating a soft and absorbent surface with a distinguished look. Up close it resembles a pearl knit.

Washing/care instructions

Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic and already absorbent.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at a low heat or, if needed, then use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably do not tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid using softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away some residue from detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand once folded.

Corduroy is a textile with a distinct pattern, a “cord” or wale, and is most commonly composed of tufted cords, exhibiting a channel between the tufts. The kind we have chosen, is the fine wale/cord, as this suits our “textile stationary” line really well.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Wash on a gentle cycle.
✓ Remember to close the zipper before machine washing.
✓ Don’t tumble dry.
✓ Leave on a piece of cloth to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid the use of softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and softener can be harmful for nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant)
Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away residue from the detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colour.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand once dry.
✓ Do not iron.

Plain weave, also known as tabby or linen weave is a basic weave and probably the most frequently used within interior textiles and fashion.

Washing/care instructions
Material/fabric: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton.

✓ No need for prewashing; it’s organic.
✓ Machine wash at 20 to 60℃ (68-140 F).
✓ Wash at lowest possible temperatures.
✓ Use nature-friendly detergents.
✓ Tumble dry at low heat or use dryer balls to shorten the drying time.
✓ Preferably don’t tumble dry.
✓ Hang out to dry naturally.
✓ Avoid the use of softener as this reduces the absorbency of the product and most softeners are harmful to nature (if not 100% cleansed at the wastewater treatment plant). Instead of softener you may add a little bit of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle. The vinegar will help strip away residue from the detergent or lime.
✓ Avoid the use of bleach (alone and in detergent) as this affects the colours.
✓ Wash with similar colours.
✓ Stretch lightly into shape after washing.
✓ Smooth the textiles by hand once folded.