Pashminas is the softest and finest wool available anywhere, therefore requiring special care. Pashmina is also unusually in the fact that it actually becomes softer and more comfortable the more it is worn, with proper care it can last generations and is ofter passed down from generation to generation.
Pashmina Care Instructions
The preferred methods for washing pashmina and cashmere is dry cleaning; however, one can hand wash on occasionally if special care is taken and the following guideline are taken. Never use a washing machine to wash a pashmina or cashmere.
- Use Cold water
- Add a small amount of soft detergent like baby shampoo
- Ensure the detergent is fully dissolved
- Gentle hand wash ensuring that if the pashmina has tassels are hand-tied
- Do not put it in the tumble dryer, do not hang dry, or put it on a radiator
- The pashmina should be rolled into a towel and press to remove any excess water
- The Lay the pashmina flat to dry
- Gently stretch your pashmina back to its original shape and allow it to air dry
- Once it has dried you can iron it however use a very low heat and use a clothe in between the iron and pashmina
It is also probably best to wash a pashmina as soon as you buy a new one so that the natural die does not bleed.
Pashmina Storage
The correct storage of a pashmina is also needed in order to retain their shape, texture and softness.
Fold the pashmina in tissue paper and use a plastic cover to protect from moisture, especially avoid storing it attics, ceilings or open shelves. It is best to store pashminas away from direct sunlight, moisture and of course moths. On occasion you can spray perfumes to remove the musty smell if unused for long periods.