Why Care Matters for Your Hand-Crocheted Blanket
The Peach Crochet Baby Blanket is individually hand-crafted from a soft blend of 60% cotton, 30% milk fibre, and 10% cashmere. That heirloom quality means it needs a little extra attention to stay beautiful through years of use. The good news is that the care routine is simple: hand wash, flat dry, and keep it away from bleach and twisting. Here's exactly how to do it.
How to Wash Your Peach Crochet Baby Blanket
Follow these steps to keep the blanket's softness and shape intact.
- Hand wash with cool or lukewarm water: Fill a basin with cool or lukewarm water and add a mild detergent. Submerge the blanket and gently agitate with your hands. Do not scrub or wring.
- Rinse thoroughly: Drain the soapy water and refill with clean water. Gently press the blanket to release suds, repeating until no soap remains.
- Remove excess water without twisting: Lay the blanket on a clean towel and roll it up to absorb moisture. Press gently — do not twist or wring, as that can distort the crochet stitches.
- Flat dry away from direct heat: Reshape the blanket to its original 35 x 35 inch dimensions on a drying rack or a dry towel. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from radiators. Do not hang, as the weight of wet yarn can stretch the blanket.
What the Care Label Tells You
- Peach Crochet Baby Blanket: Hand wash recommended. Do not twist or bleach. These instructions protect the delicate cotton-milk fibre-cashmere blend from damage. Bleach weakens natural fibres, and twisting can break or misshape the crochet stitches.
Peach Crochet Baby Blanket - Peach Crochet Baby Blanket: Flat dry. Laying the blanket flat prevents stretching that can happen if you hang it while wet. It also helps the blanket keep its 35 x 35 inch shape.
Storing Your Crochet Baby Blanket
When the blanket is not in use, store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Fold it loosely rather than rolling tightly to avoid creasing the hand-crochet pattern. If you keep it in a drawer or chest, place a layer of acid-free tissue paper between the blanket and any wood surfaces to prevent discoloration over time. Avoid plastic bins for long-term storage, as trapped moisture can encourage mildew on natural fibres.
Everyday Maintenance Tips
Spot-clean small spills promptly with a damp cloth and mild detergent, then pat dry. Between washes, shake the blanket gently to remove dust and restore its loft. Because the blanket is made from a blend of cotton, milk fibre, and cashmere, it benefits from occasional airing rather than frequent washing. When you do wash it, stick to the hand-wash routine to keep the heirloom quality intact.
