A handmade Sea Palm piece is built to last far longer than a season, but only with the right care. Here is exactly how we recommend washing, drying and storing every piece, so the craft that went into making it is not undone by a single wrong wash.
Rinse Before You Do Anything Else
As soon as possible after wearing, rinse your piece in cool, fresh water. This single step removes chlorine, salt and sunscreen before they have a chance to sit in the fabric and weaken the fibres over time.
Washing By Hand, Properly
Hand washing is always the safer choice for a handmade piece. Use cool water and a small amount of mild, fragrance free detergent, gently working it through the fabric rather than scrubbing or wringing. A washing machine, even on a delicate cycle, puts more strain on handmade stitching than most people realise.
Drying Without Damaging the Shape
Never wring a piece to remove water. Press out the excess gently between two towels, then lay the piece flat, out of direct sunlight, to dry completely. Hanging a wet piece stretches the fabric under its own weight, and direct sun fades colour far faster than most customers expect.
Storing Between Wears
Store each piece flat or loosely folded, away from rough fabrics that can snag delicate stitching or embellishment. A breathable fabric bag, like the one every Sea Palm order arrives in, is ideal for travel and everyday storage alike.
What to Avoid Completely
Avoid tumble dryers, hot water, bleach and fabric softener entirely. Avoid sitting on rough surfaces such as concrete or unfinished wood in your piece, which can pull at delicate stitching faster than normal wear.
Give your Sea Palm piece the care it deserves, and explore the full collection at seapalm.com.
