Care

Hand wash, or machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, inside out, with like colours and a mild detergent. No bleach. Cotton-linen likes cool water and a soft touch.

Line dry in shade. Avoid the tumble dryer and direct harsh sun, both are hard on natural fibres.

Iron on medium while slightly damp to ease creases. Linen creases by nature; some of that softness is the point. If you love it crisp, iron from damp.

The first few washes relax the cloth; it becomes softer and more yours with each wear. Store it folded or on a wide hanger, somewhere it can breathe.