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How to wash your saco seda like a pro!
When it comes to laundering your Saco Sedas, there are a few important tips that you need to follow to make sure your clothing lasts as long as possible, and looks great all the time! Luckily, we’ve put together this handy guide on how to wash your Saco Sedas in order to keep them in tip-top shape.
Follow these steps and we promise you’ll be enjoying your Saco Sedas for years to come!
Step 1: Gather your materials
Here’s how you can keep your Saco Seda looking as fabulous as the day you bought it. The first thing to do is to gather all your materials to prepare them to wash.
Step 2: Prepare the laundry detergent
The next step is to get out the laundry detergent. Fill up the appropriate amount of detergent in the clean, empty bucket or container you have on hand.
Don’t forget to shake it well so that it is fully mixed together.
If you don’t have any powdered laundry detergent handy, use some liquid laundry detergent and mix it with hot water until you have an even solution.
Step 3: Prepare the water
- Add 1⁄4 cup white vinegar and mix well.
- In a large bucket, fill the rest of the way with cold water.
- Pour out about half of the bucket and add in some warm water until it reaches your desired temperature.
- Add in the white vinegar solution you mixed earlier if you want. Be sure not to make it too hot or too cold! If it is already room temperature, that’s great too.
Step 4: Wash every piece separately
When it comes time to wash, the following steps should be taken for all items:
- Machine or handwash each item separately.
- Cold water.
- Hang dry when possible, or tumble dry low and hang dry in warmer weather.
Step 5: Let everything dry by itself
The final step of the laundry process is airing out the washing. If you’re outside, hang the clothes on the line.
If you’re inside, take them off the drying rack and leave them somewhere in your house so they can air out.
Remember not to put anything close to hot places such as radiators or heating vents because this can set stains or scorch delicate fabrics.
Step 6: Seal it with starch
After you have ironed your saco-seda, it’s time to seal it with starch.
There are two ways you can do this: spraying the starch on and then ironing it in or painting the liquid starch on with a paintbrush.
What ever method you choose, make sure the fabric is properly saturated. Allow that to set for a few minutes so that the starch will do its job and become crisp while absorbing into the fabric.
Step 7: Store it in its designated drawer.
Once you are done storing all the items in their designated place, it is important to keep the closet tidy.
Fold clothes neatly and stack them as high as they can go so there is as little air and dust in between.
Pull socks, shoes, and other small items up against the back of hangers so they do not get lost in the fold. Close drawers by pushing gently so you don’t have to slam them shut.
Conclusion
Saco seda is an antique lace fabric that can be used for sewing, creating collars, and more.
The main thing to keep in mind is washing. If you choose not to take care of it correctly, the dress can come apart at the seams or fray in spots.
Luckily, there are some guidelines on how to clean it so you don’t ruin your fabric:
- Place saco seda pieces in a bathtub and cover with cool water. Add about a tablespoon of mild detergent to the water.
- Add about five drops of white vinegar or five drops lemon juice.
- Soak your piece for 30 minutes, then rinse by running clear water over the fabric.
- Lay flat in an area where it can dry fully before folding again (preferably outdoors).
