Caring for Embroidered and Printed Clothing

Grandma is not happy.

Someone just put their brand-new printed shirt in the dryer—even though she clearly said that wasn’t a good idea.

WHAT?!

And on top of that… they ironed directly over the embroidery?

Yeah… that person probably didn’t read our article.

Caring for embroidered and printed clothing

To avoid Grandma’s full-on meltdown, the Duo Énergie Graphique team put together this quick guide to help you take care of your garments.

While these tips aren’t foolproof (sorry, Grandma), they’ll definitely help extend the life of your textiles.

1. Wash inside out

Printed garments should always be washed inside out to prevent the design from deteriorating. Other clothes in the wash can rub against the printed surface and damage it. Turning your shirt inside out helps reduce friction.

2. Wash in cold water

It’s important to wash printed and embroidered clothing in cold water on a gentle cycle. Hot water can negatively affect the garment over time.

The first few washes are especially important, since the print is still “fresh.” Over time, the print and fabric will bond more naturally.

3. Use mild detergents

You put your heart and soul into creating a vibrant design—so it would be a shame to see those colors fade over time.

To preserve them, use detergents that are gentle on fabrics. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach, which can cause discoloration.

4. Air dry

To better protect your garments, we recommend air drying instead of using a dryer.

Bring back the good old drying rack and let fresh air do its thing—you’ll thank us later.

5. Iron embroidered garments properly

Let’s just say… Grandma is still a little upset.

Hopefully not for long—because with these tips, it won’t happen again.

To properly iron embroidered clothing:

• Use a pressing cloth over the garment

• Avoid using steam

• Never iron directly on the embroidery

• Always iron inside out

That’s it! With these tips, we’re confident Grandma won’t be mad anymore.

And if she still is… well, we’ve done all we can.

Have questions about caring for your embroidered or printed clothing? Contact us at [email protected]