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Mulberry silk is one of nature's most exquisite fibres — lustrous, lightweight, and incredibly strong. When it carries the imprint of leaves, flowers, and botanicals through eco-printing, it becomes something truly irreplaceable. Here's how to care for your eco-printed silk so it stays as beautiful as the day it was made.
Mulberry silk is produced by silkworms fed exclusively on mulberry leaves, resulting in a fibre that is finer, smoother, and more uniform than other silks. Its natural protein structure (sericin) makes it breathable and gentle on skin — but also sensitive to heat, harsh chemicals, and rough handling. Eco-printed silk carries an additional layer of beauty: the natural tannins and plant pigments that create those one-of-a-kind botanical impressions. Protecting the silk means protecting the print.
Hand wash only. Fill a basin with cool or lukewarm water (never hot — heat degrades silk fibres and can cause colours to bleed). Add a small amount of gentle, pH-neutral soap or a specialist silk wash. Submerge your piece and swirl it gently — never scrub, wring, or twist. Rinse thoroughly in cool water until the water runs clear.
Avoid soaking. Prolonged soaking can weaken silk fibres and cause the natural plant dyes to shift. A gentle 3–5 minute wash is all you need.
Lay your silk flat on a clean, dry towel and roll it up gently to absorb excess water — never wring. Then unroll and reshape the piece, laying it flat in the shade to dry. Direct sunlight can fade natural plant dyes over time, so always dry away from harsh light.
If your silk needs pressing, use the lowest heat setting on your iron and always iron on the reverse side while the fabric is still slightly damp. Place a thin cotton cloth between the iron and the silk for extra protection. Never use steam directly on eco-printed areas, as moisture and heat together can shift the botanical pigments.
Store your silk pieces folded loosely in acid-free tissue paper or a breathable cotton bag. Avoid plastic bags, which trap moisture and can cause yellowing. Keep away from direct sunlight and strong artificial light. Cedar blocks or lavender sachets are a natural, chemical-free way to deter moths.
Eco-printed pieces are coloured entirely by plants — leaves, flowers, bark, and iron — which means the palette is living and may evolve gently over time. This is part of their beauty and their story. With proper care, your piece will age gracefully, deepening in character rather than fading.
Each piece in our Prints & Dreams collection and Artisan Scarves range is hand-crafted using traditional eco-printing techniques on mulberry silk. Browse our Jasmine Bains Eco Textiles collection to find your next one-of-a-kind piece.
Have questions about caring for your piece? We'd love to hear from you.
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