I've always handwashed our Hermes and other silk scarves, as well as fine cashmeres, in lukewarm water and Woolite or a similar liquid soap. There is nothing to it. Can't understand why people are scared of it. Soak for a while if needed, don't scrub with anything other than a soft horsehair brush, don't rub hard, don't wring, rinse well, dry hanging open (cashmere knits must be laid out flat on a towel), steam-iron gently on a silk setting - I don't even use a pressing cloth, I just make darn sure the plate of the iron is squeaky clean.
I bought a silk filled comforter and 2 silk pillows in China 5 years ago. I finally got brave enough to air them out in the clothes dryer but I did not have dryer balls. The silk in the comforter bunched up. I've been able to stretch out the silk a little. I'd really like to return it to its former glory. Any hints?
Great video. Thank you for giving a confidence boost to many :) How to wash silk fabric that bleeds colors? Is there way to make it colorfast? Thank you,
@@thelaundryevangelistwould a plant based bar of hand soap be okey? Like the French Savon the Marseille? If I use a rasp to make some flakes? And is a little drop of fabric softener in the water okey?
Thanks so much! Now I won’t be afraid to WEAR my beautiful and precious Hermes scarf, that my husband purchased for me on our trip to Paris, for fear I might stain it! I will enjoy wearing it and properly caring for it. Out from the beautiful orange box it will come!
Just bought a ton of Silk in Lake Como, Italy because I knew I could care for them from your book. I love the videos even more to learn the exact techniques.
I got soy sauce on my Hermes and am still crying every time I reach to wear it. I did dry clean it and the spot is still there. I will try and clean it today and see if I have better results. Maybe your goodself have other ideas. I have subscribed to your channel today. Thank you so much.
Yes. The corner of the scarf should be lightly pinned down. Then iron with the grain of the fabric, holding each section firm. Move the pin as you proceed around the scarf. Never iron a rolled hem and most dry cleaners will.
I just spilled herbal tea on my vintage Hermes scarf. I’m so glad I found your channel❤ this is invaluable information. I ordered the cleaning products from you shop so I can repeat your process. Thank you!!
May I ask where that is? Anytime I have had one cleaned, the crushed the rolled hem through a pressing machine. Would you be able to share where you went? Thank you.@@mizzmolly7649
The carre looks beautiful and you did a wonderful job. Would you describe the soap you are using, speak to its pH, etc. Detergents can be caustic and I am sure the product you used also made a huge difference.
Hello , I've just discovered your channel. I'll be watching other episodes to see what good advice you have there. ❤ I have a marker stain on the white part of a cashmere sweater. 😢. Ive washed it several times and it wont come out. Any suggestions?
Thanks for this. Another entire video could be dedicated to pressing the hem area. Yours was buckling a bit close to the hem. Other experts recommend pinning the corner of the scarf to the ironing board cover and very carefully ironing next to the rolled hem. This is the finishing touch. I would also recommend letting the finished scarf dry completely (e.g. 48 hours) prior to replacing it in its box. Tips learned from an elegant French woman.
I tried getting the stains out of my scarf using your exact instructions on your video but it did not come out and I tried twice. Any suggestions? I used vinegar and water and a horsehair brush and laundry bar soap
1. I'll be purchasing soap flakes (memories of Ivory Snow Flake ads) and am confused. Will you please recommend a brand or what ingredients to avoid? 2. Is that Ivory bar soap you are using for the spots?
I love it. I have been washing my silks since forever. Even my blouses. Lately, I wash my silk scarves and hold them in front of the fan for 10 minutes until they're 90% dry and then iron them. This works beautifully! If the colour bleeds a little while in the water I add a step of rinsing it in cold water with a handful of salt to fasten the colour ( for about 2 minutes) and then rinse in clear water and hang.
I have a silk blouse by Joie that has an old oil stain about the size of a pencil eraser. Is there any hope of getting a set oil stain out of silk, and if so, would I use the stain stick and horse hair brush as shown in the video? Thank you so much!
For any oily stains, just press in some baby powder i to them, let it sit for a few minutes, and brush it off with another fabric or soft brush. They will lift right off! This works best on silk, on other fabrics you might need to do it a couple of times!
I wash mine with shampoo, rinse and roll it in a clean towel to get the water off, then hang to dry and iron while humid. Excess dry cleaning in very aggressive to clothes .
Wonderful video! Thank you so much, I just discovered you and love what you do! Are there any issues with washing a silk georgette? I can't remember where I read it but I remember noting that water will change the hand and appearance. I have a piece that needs some stains removed, the label says it's dry clean only and not to wash it but I also don't have any non toxic dry cleaners near me so I'd almost rather chance it at home. It's a quality piece, a lovely printed kaftan and I don't think the colors will run. Anyway, I'm a fan, looking forward to seeing more!
I just saw that you are going to answer questions on RU-vid so in the event this ends up in a video I’ll add that the stain is fresh, it’s a little tomato and oil. I blotted it with a dry napkin and then a little water at the restaurant and put baking soda on it at home. And just researching to see what I can do myself/hopefully save a dry cleaning trip. Thank you!
