Taking care of your A'gwesn hat means prolonging the life of a creation shaped with patience and respect for the gesture.
Each stitch, each fiber has been chosen to provide warmth, softness, and durability. Like any handcrafted object, it deserves special attention: gentle washing, slow drying, careful storage.
In return, it will continue to accompany you season after season, keeping its shape, texture and soul.
Wash gently
- Fill a sink or bowl with cold or warm (never hot) water.
- Add a small amount of mild soap (ideally wool soap or Castile soap).
- Immerse the cap and gently squeeze it under water without rubbing or twisting it.
- Let it soak for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Rinse with cold water until the water runs clear.
Dry naturally
- Never spin dry or tumble dry.
- Gently squeeze the cap between your hands to remove excess water.
- Then place on a clean towel, restoring it to its original shape.
- Leave to dry flat, in the open air, away from a direct heat source (radiator, sun).
Preserve over time
- After each wash or as needed, reshape the hat by gently stretching it between your hands. A gentle upward and downward pull, in the direction of the stitches, is enough to restore its original structure and volume.
- Once dry, use a lint shaver or wool comb to gently remove any small pills that may appear over time.
- Avoid hanging it: prefer to store it flat, in a dry and ventilated place.
- For long periods without wearing it, keep it away from light, ideally in a cotton bag or with a small sachet of lavender or cedar.