Caring for Your Dhamo Pieces
Our garments are crafted from thoughtfully sourced Indian textiles. Slight variations in weave, print, and colour are part of their handmade character and make every piece unique.
To help your garment last for years:
- Cold hand wash separately or use a delicate cold machine cycle inside a laundry bag.
- Use a mild detergent.
- Do not bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Line dry in shade.
- Iron on low to medium heat while slightly damp or steam to remove wrinkles.
- Store away from direct sunlight to preserve colour.
Fabric-Specific Care
Bengal Jamdani
A delicate handwoven cotton.
- Hand wash cold separately.
- Dry flat or hang in shade.
- Steam or iron on low heat.
- Avoid rough surfaces that may catch the woven motifs.
As with all artisan textiles, washing in cold water and avoiding harsh detergents will help preserve the richness of the colours and extend the life of your garment.
Ikat Cotton
Traditional resist-dyed woven cotton.
- Wash separately for the first few washes.
- Cold gentle wash.
- Line dry in shade.
- Iron on the reverse side.
As with all artisan textiles, washing in cold water and avoiding harsh detergents will help preserve the richness of the colours and extend the life of your garment.
Cambric Cotton
Soft, lightweight woven cotton.
- Cold gentle wash.
- Hang to dry.
- Warm iron if needed.
- Avoid high heat drying to minimize shrinkage.
As with all artisan textiles, washing in cold water and avoiding harsh detergents will help preserve the richness of the colours and extend the life of your garment.
Kalamkari Cotton
Handcrafted printed cotton.
- Wash inside out in cold water.
- Gentle detergent only.
- Avoid prolonged soaking.
- Dry away from direct sunlight.
- Iron on reverse.
As with all artisan textiles, washing in cold water and avoiding harsh detergents will help preserve the richness of the colours and extend the life of your garment.
Ajrakh Satin
Soft, lightweight satin with a fluid drape and traditional Ajrakh print.
- Hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cold cycle.
- Wash separately or with similar colours.
- Use a mild detergent.
- Do not bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Hang or lay flat to dry in shade.
- Steam or iron on low heat from the reverse side if needed.
As with all artisan textiles, washing in cold water and avoiding harsh detergents will help preserve the richness of the colours and extend the life of your garment.
