subject: The Top 7 Myths About Handmade Silk Scarves [print this page] Fact All that is required to take care of a hand painted silk scarf is a simple hand wash with a mild soap solution. You can add a touch of vinegar to the penultimate rinse which not only neutralizes any soap still left in the item but brightens the fabric and restores its natural shine, but after washing, all that is required is that you roll your scarf up in a dry towel to remove any excess water, lie it flat to dry and then iron on the reverse of the fabric with the iron on its coolest setting.
