Hemp - Chanvre - Hanf Late 18th and 19th century German hemp and French chanvre *** Hemp - made of the Cannabis plant - has been found on every continent in this hemisphere, it was used long before its first recorded uses. It’s safe to believe, that no historian knows which peoples were first to experience her treasures. Cannabis Sativa L. - 512 A.D. from Vienna Dioscurides, Austrian Nationalbibliothek, Graz Cannabis, family Cannabaceae species: Cannabis indica, Cannabis ruderalia, and Cannabis sativa L., ** In every society where people discovered Cannabis hemp, they often discovered the five uses for hemp which include: hempen fibers, oil from the seeds, the seeds for food, a medicine, and for its narcotic properties. Cannabis use has existed for over ten thousand years, and is one of the oldest crops used for cultivation. It was cultivated in China as early as 4000 BC. Most cultures viewed hemp as a gift, or treasure, from the Divine Sprit, to be used during ceremonials, at which time it was either burned as incense, ingested for deep meditative and heighten awareness, smoked for pleasure, or worn for clothing during these ceremonies. Hemp has been mentioned in many important documents over its recorded history, The Zend-Avesta, a sacred book used by the peoples of India dating back to 600 BC, spoke of hemp’s intoxicating resin. The Chinese emperor and herbalist, Chen-Nung wrote about hemp’s medicinal uses 5000 years ago, his pharmacoepia recorded its effects on malaria, female disorders, and many other illnesses, hemp was referred to as, Ma-fen “hemp fruit”, said; “if taken in excess, will produce hallucinations”. The Anatomy of Melancholy, published in 1621 recommended hemp for depression. The New English Dispensatory, of 1764 suggested applying hemp roots to the skin for inflammation. (source: www.globalhemp.com) Facts: Hemp is one of the earliest domesticated plants known. * In Elizabethan times, farmers were fined for not growing Hemp; Until 1883, more than three quarters of the world's paper was made from Hemp fiber; A Hemp crop produces nearly four times as much raw fiber as an equivalent-sized tree plantation; Trees take approximately 20 years to mature. Hemp takes 4 months; Hemp fiber needs no pesticides; Hemp needs no herbicides because it grows too quickly for any weed to compete; For more than a thousand years before the time of Christ until 1883 AD, Cannabis/Hemp was our planet's largest agricultural crop and most important industry for thousands of products and enterprises, producing the overall majority of the earth's fiber, fabric, lighting oil, paper, incense and medicines, as well as being a primary source of protein for humans and animals alike; Napoleon's principle reason for tragically invading Russia in 1812 was also due to Russian Hemp supplies! The word 'linen', until the early 1800s meant any fine fabrics made from Hemp or flax. Antique LIS woman hemp dress, detail exhibited in the Yunnan Nationalities Museum, Kunming, Yunnan, China * Hemp use archaeologically dates back to the Neolithic Age in China, with hemp fiber imprints found on Yangshao culture pottery dating from the 5th century BC. The Chinese later used hemp to make clothes, shoes, ropes, and an early form of paper. The classical Greek historian Herodotus (ca. 480 BC) reported that the inhabitants of Scythia would often inhale the vapors of hemp-seed smoke, both as ritual and for their own pleasurable recreation. Textile expert Elizabeth Wayland Barber summarizes the historical evidence that Cannabis sativa, "grew and was known in the Neolithic period all across the northern latitudes, from Europe (Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Romania, the Ukraine) to East Asia (Tibet and China)," but, "textile use of Cannabis sativa does not surface for certain in the West until relatively late, namely the Iron Age." and also: "I strongly suspect, however, that what catapulted hemp to sudden fame and fortune as a cultigen and caused it to spread rapidly westwards in the first millennium B.C. was the spread of the habit of pot-smoking from somewhere in south-central Asia, where the drug-bearing variety of the plant originally occurred. The linguistic evidence strongly supports this theory, both as to time and direction of spread and as to cause." (source: Wikipedia) * Jews living in Palestine in the 2nd century were familiar with the cultivation of hemp, as witnessed by a reference to it in the Mishna (Kil'ayim 2:5) as a variety of plant. In late medieval Germany and Italy, hemp was employed in cooked dishes, as filling in pies and tortes, or boiled in a soup. Hemp in later Europe was mainly cultivated for its fibers, and was used for ropes on many ships, also to make sail canvas. 19th century German "Bauernleinen" - Farmer's linen - Canvas - made of Hemp - Hanf The following images show a range of different weaves and color tone * The word canvas derives from cannabis. German sacks were made of hemp, sometimes 'stiff' as canvas... ...like this one... ...which belonged once to a cooper (Küfer) - SOLD canvas made of hemp *** The use of hemp as a cloth was centered largely in the countryside, with higher quality textiles being available in the towns. French 19th century women's shirt in chanvre - hemp French mid-19th century men's shirts in chanvre - hemp, circa 150 years old *** The Spaniards brought hemp to the Western Hemisphere and cultivated it in Chile starting about 1545. However, in May 1607, "hempe" was among the crops Gabriel Archer observed being cultivated by the natives at the main Powhatan village, where Richmond, Virginia is now situated; and in 1613, Samuell Argall reported wild hemp "better than that in England" growing along the shores of the upper Potomac. As early as 1619, the first Virginia House of Burgesses passed an Act requiring all planters in Virginia to sow "both English and Indian" hemp on their plantations. The Puritans are first known to have cultivated hemp in New England in 1645. (source: Wikipedia) The valued primary fibers are contained around the hollow, woody core of the hemp stalk. These long, strong fibers that grow the length of the hemp stalk are considered bast fibers. Hemp fiber possesses properties similar to other bast fibers (flax, kenaf, jute and ramie) and excels in fiber length, strength, durability, absorbency, anti mildew and antimicrobial properties. Once a hemp crop has matured and been harvested, hemp primary fibers are separated from the hemp stalk through the "retting" process. For "dew retting", the cut stalks are left in the field for several weeks to allow natural humidity and bacteria to decompose the fiber-binding pectins. Other ways to separate the fiber from the core are: water retting, warm water retting and chemical retting. When the retting process is complete, the fibers are readily separated from the core, and processed for specific products. Primary fibers are long-staple length fibers, averaging 8 inches (20 cm) in length. These hemp fibers can be spun and woven to a fine, crisp, linen-like fabric and used for apparel textiles, home furnishing textiles and carpeting. (info source: internet) 19th Austrian and German hemp A late 17th century French armchair... ...recovered with mid-19th century really home loomed linen/hemp from the Black Forest, about 17 years ago, daily 'occupied' by Mr. B - and still good! I call this quality! Hemp curtains here a pair of wing chairs, early 20th Century, re-covered with 19th century hemp *** Anti mildew and antimicrobial properties makes hemp very suitable for sails, tarps, awnings, and grain sacks. German grain sacks made of hemp, mid-19th to early 20th century Primary fibers can be cut to shorter staple lengths to accommodate a variety of spinning systems. Hemp fiber blended with wool, cotton, linen or other fibers, adds strength, durability, absorbency and breathing ability, making hemp-blended fabrics cool and comfortable to wear and touch. French women's shirts made of hemp, ca. 100-120 years old German man shirt from the 19th century * French Nappes de vendange en chanvre - hemp, 19th century from the Bordeaux and Cognac (Charente) region (more about these beautiful table cloths in a further post) French 19th century kitchen and bath towels in hemp *** Some English, American, Canadian History of Hemp: Henry VIII required the cultivation of one quarter acre of hemp for every sixty acres of land under tillage, for maritime purposes in England. The British began cultivating hemp in its Canadian colonies in 1606, cultivation began for Virginia in 1611. The Pilgrims introduced cultivation to New England as early as 1632, they learned about the cultivation of hemp from the Native American people. Hemp Equals Freedom In The New World Hemp was already in the new world when the first European colonists arrived, thought to have been introduced from China by explorers, migrating birds from across the Bering Strait, or possibly drifting shipwrecks. It is reported that the colonist were not eager to grow hemp, however the European motherland wanted hemp, and cultivation was deemed mandatory. The Puritans at Jamestown grew hemp, as part of their contract with the Virginia Company. Jean Talon at the order of French Quebec colony minister, confiscated all thread the colonists possessed and forced them to buy it back from him with hemp. Talon supplied the seeds to farmers, which had to be reimbursed after hemp crops were harvested. Mandatory cultivation of hemp continued throughout the New World, the General Court in 1637 at Hartford Connecticut, and the Massachusetts courts in 1639 ordered all families to plant one teaspoon of hemp seed. “that we might in time have supply of linen cloth among ourselves.” Several colonies passed legal tender laws, hemp was so valued it was used to pay taxes. Until 1776 many colonies passed laws to encourage farmers to produce hemp, Virginia designed laws to compel farmers, fining those who did not comply. Lobbyist were hired to promote, and education the public about the importance of hemp. Books were published that wanted to establish hemp as America’s trademark product. Colonies under the crown, were banned from spinning and weaving hemp, this fostered dependence to England, which was demanding raw materials from the colonies as a way to increase its labor forces. The exported fibers, were then bought back as finished products from England. As the market was flooded with hemp, immigrant weavers from Ireland arrived in Massachusetts, setting up shop and passing their skills to the peasantry. What may have seem a small movement, grew into self-sufficiency from the British Crown, to the extent of a boycott of English fabric products. These were some of the conditions which lead into the War of Independence from the British. The American paper industry was born of hemp, linen, and cotton rags which provided writing materials throughout the war, essential for communication. In 1777, Edward Antil wrote in his introduction of Observations on the Raising and Dressing of Hemp, “hemp is one of the most profitable productions the earth furnishes in northern climates; as it employs a great number of poor people in a very advantageous manner, if its manufacture is carried on properly: It … becomes worthy of the serious attention … of every trading man, who truly loves his country.” (www.globalhemp.com) The Columbia History of the World (1996) states that that weaving of hemp fiber began over 10,000 years ago. There are carbon tests that have suggested the use of wild hemp, dating as far back as 8000 B.C. The widespread use and production of hemp throughout the UK 800-1800AD was discovered by analysis of soil sediments and indicates its greatest peak of usage was up until 100AD, after which other crops were beginning to be developed. In the 16th Century Henry VIII encouraged farmers to plant the crop widely to provide supplies for the British Navy. A steady supply of hemp was needed for the construction of battleships and their components. Riggings, pendants, pennants, sails, and flags were all made from hemp fiber. Hemp was also used as a sealant on the timber of ships. Hemp paper used for maps, logs, and even Bibles that may have been on board. In the 17th Century farmers in Virginia, Massachusetts and Connecticut were all ordered by law to grow Indian hemp and by the early 18th century you could actually go to jail if you were not growing hemp on your land. In this time period hemp was considered to be legal tender, in other words hemp was money and you could pay your taxes with hemp for over 200 years! (source: www.hemp.com/history of US hemp) *** "Homespun" - Home loomed" ...Spinning and Weaving... An old German loom 19th century home loomed hemp for grain sacks "Homespun" and so-called "Home loomed" is a name given by now to country fabrics weaved from flax, hemp or wool by peasants during the 19th century (1800s) when hemp and flax was grown on small farms, then harvested, retted and spun, ready for weaving. As it was very often home spun by women, it was not always Home loomed, but certainly Hand loomed and mainly by men until the late 19th century. See info below. The weave, texture and natural shades of home spun and loomed products vary and are not as smooth and regular as industrial textiles. straw colored flecks seen in some home spun are actually tiny pieces of flax or hemp stalk woven into the textile. The hand looms were very narrow, therefore the cloth / panel was not very wide and had to be joined with a seam to make larger pieces like sheets for example... ....and like this very large 19th century French hemp which is made of 4 panels, with hand stitched seams..... .....making a lovely bed spread.... * * *** The use of hemp for fiber production has declined sharply over the last two centuries, but before the industrial revolution hemp was a popular fiber because it is strong and grows quickly. It produces roughly 10% more fiber than cotton or flax when grown on the same land. Because hemp has hollow fibers and cotton does not, hemp clothing better regulates body temperature. Hemp fiber also has anti-microbial properties, making it useful not only in clothing, bedding, and upholstery but also in medical bandages. (source: Wikipedia) * * Collection of French antique HEMP SHEETS, dating from 19th century, between 120 and 200 years old * * * * * * Antique French hemp sheets, dating from the 19th century (the 1800's) Perfect for upholstery, slip covers, curtains etc..... * * Hand loom weavers - or Home loomed Hand loom weavers were mainly men - due to the strength needed to batten. Sometimes they worked from home. The women of the house would spin the thread they needed, and attend to finishing. Over time, competition from the power looms drove down the piece rate and they existed in increasing poverty. Power loom weavers Further information: Queen Street Mill Power loom workers were usually girls and young women. They had the security of fixed hours, and except in times of hardship such as in the cotton famine regular income. They were paid a wage and a piece work bonus. Even when working in a combined mill, weavers stuck together and enjoyed a tight-knit community. The women usually minded the four machines and kept the looms oiled and clean. They were assisted by 'little tenters', children who on a fixed wage ran errands and did small tasks. They learned the job of the weaver by watching. Often they would be 'half timers', carrying a green card which teacher and overlookers would sign to say they had turned up at the mill in the morning and in the afternoon at the school. At fourteen or so they come full time into the mill, and started by sharing looms with an experienced worker where it was important to learn quickly as they would both be on piece work. Serious problems with the loom were left to the tackler to sort out. He would inevitably be a man, as were usually the overlookers. The mill had its health and safety issues, there was a reason why the women tied their hair back with scarves. Inhaling cotton dust caused lung problems, and the noise was total causing hearing loss. Weavers would mee-waw as normal conversation was impossible. Weavers used to 'kiss the shuttle' that is suck thread though the eye of the shuttle- this left a foul taste in the mouth due to the oil which was also carcinogenic. (source: Wikipedia) More about weaving/looming in a further post.... ***** Hemp - as well as linen - is particularly suitable for dyeing.... **** As I'm just realizing... this post is getting long, and has to be (will be!) continued with French Chanvre - Hemp in Old Linen - Part 3 P.S. All hemp shown in this post is from my collection and available / for sale, except the 'canvas-like' printed grain sack which is sold. For any inquiries please email me here [email protected]

Beige rough linen fabric by the meter - stonewashed linen fabric. Linen for upholstery. Natural Lithuanian thick softened linen fabric - natural color - beige / oatmeal (undyed and unbleached). This flax fabric is pre-washed and softened, very strong and thick. The linen fabric width is 140cm (55.1"). Weight 300GSM / 10.5oz Color - natural linen color - between brown and grey - beige / oatmeal color. Lithuanian rustic linen fabric is certified OekoTex100 quality and is absolutely lovely, vintage looking, Eco-friendly, homespun linen fabric looking, breathable, soft and all loved. You can do upholstery projects, sew bedding sets, bath sheets, curtains, bread bags, laundry bags, clothes, tablecloths and everything else. Price per meter (if you buy 3 meters, you will receive one piece of 3metres length (not 3 pieces)). LINEN FEATURES: Linen is one of the oldest kinds of textiles in the world, which is made from flax fiber . About 5000 m . pr. cr. Egypt has been worn linen clothing. Linen - an annual and perennial herbs and sub shrubs ; stalk up to 150 cm, linen is much stronger and more glossy than cotton; It has anti allergic properties , absorbs water, breathable and cool fabric . Lithuanian linen grew very long time, it is mentioned in the most ancient Lithuanian folk songs - work songs associated with the production, extraction, spinning . The linen is known as a sacred plant , solar sward , woman's crop . Linen fiber is strong and elastic , so wrinkled linen fabrics . After each washing the fabric becomes softer and less wrinkly . Linen fabric is best to compare a hot iron on the back side. Linen cloth over the years does not turn , but is getting whiter and softer . Flax fiber gets wet and dries so cool cloth warm night , and the scorching heat of midday ventilates body . Linen fabric resistant to static electricity . Also linen fiber used in protective clothing astronauts and outer space fleet. Of all the fabrics of linen best micro climate in the skin , ie, breathable , absorbs moisture and perspiration . Linen fabrics are 3 times stronger and 5 times more resistant to abrasion ( abrasion ) than cotton ; Linen fabric better than cotton absorbs moisture and perspiration . Linen fabric - organic. It is completely waste-free product, environment and ecology do not cause any harmful effects. Upholstery linen please contact me for more details, best regards for you, Meda Lovely Craft's Home

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Simple Rustic style high quality thick linen towels These linen towels will just look better and become softer after every wash Color - unpainted natural Kitchen / tea / hand / face / guest towels Size about: Two washcloths 30 x 30cm/ 12" x 12" or Two guest 45 x 70 cm / 17.7" x 27" or Two hand 55 x 70 cm/ 21.5" x 27" *Description: - thick 100% linen (280 g/m2) Products are made of 100% natural prior washed (in order to avoid shrinkage) Baltic rough linen. This fabric is certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100 03.0.4362. - Softened - has natural wrinkles. TAKING CARE: - machine wash gentle 104°F/40°C; - hand gentle; - Iron upside down at medium high; Linen is considered to be a “live cloth” and it is not recommended to iron it in order to keep its remedial qualities. * * * * * My products are unique, made by me and with love and positive energy put into each thing. These products are handmade and each of them has its individuality and may differ insignificantly from each other and from images provided. SIMPLE AND NATURAL LINEN THINGS FOR HOME & YOU www.marupelinenhouse.com INSTAGRAM @marupelinenhouse

Rough linen body towel. Made of raw stonewashed 300GSM linen (100% linen, not colored) The highest quality natural Lithuanian linen towel sheet. It is absolutely lovely, carefully crafted, Eco-friendly, Hypoallergenic, breathable, soft and all loved. It would be great for you on a hot summer day :) It is the greatest thing for sauna lovers too. Size (if you want other size, please contact me): 60x80cm (24"x32") - linen face towel 80x140cm (31,5"x55") - linen bath towel 140x200cm (55"x79") - linen sheet We can do your sizes, please ask me for more details :) LINEN FEATURES: Linen is one of the oldest kinds of textiles in the world, which is made from flax fiber . About 5000 m . pr. cr. Egypt has been worn linen clothing. Linen - an annual and perennial herbs and subshrubs ; stalk up to 150 cm, linen is much stronger and more glossy than cotton; It has antiallergic properties , absorbs water, breathable and cool fabric . Lithuanian linen grew very long time, it is mentioned in the most ancient Lithuanian folk songs - work songs associated with the production, extraction, spinning . The linen is known as a sacred plant , solar sward , woman's crop . Linen fiber is strong and elastic , so wrinkled linen fabrics . After each washing the fabric becomes softer and less wrinkly . Linen fabric is best to compare a hot iron on the back side. Linen cloth over the years does not turn , but is getting whiter and softer . Flax fiber gets wet and dries so cool cloth warm night , and the scorching heat of midday ventilates body . Linen fabric resistant to static electricity . Also linen fiber used in protective clothing astronauts and outer space fleet. Of all the fabrics of linen best microclimate in the skin , ie, breathable , absorbs moisture and perspiration . Linen fabrics are 3 times stronger and 5 times more resistant to abrasion ( abrasion ) than cotton ; Linen fabric better than cotton absorbs moisture and perspiration . Linen fabric - organic. It is completely waste-free product, environment and ecology do not cause any harmful effects. please contacts me for more details, best regards for you, Lovely Crafts Home

All our Solid Linens are made of 100% linen. This beautiful natural fabric works great for dresses, pants, jackets, bedding, table cloth, curtains, pillow covers and all kinds of home decor. It is a nice fabric for summer time and staying cool. Linen will soften as you wear it over time and it can be washed in the washing machine. Please note that linen will probably shrink, so it's a good idea to wash your linen items in cold or warm water. If you'd like the fabric to remain more crisp and sturdy, dry cleaning your linen clothing and thr fabric will remain the same. This fabric is not reorderable. Fabrics are available until our stock lasts.Content: 100% LinenWidth: Assorted Weight: Medium WeightStretch: NoPattern: SolidReorderable: Off White Solid Linen only.Instruction Care: Machine Wash - Cold Water / Tumble Dry LowFree SamplesWe offer free swatches (2''x 2'') of this fabric.Contact us at [email protected] to request your sample.WholesaleContact us for more informationReturn PolicyFabric Planet does not accept return for less than 5 yards. Fabric Planet accepts returns for more than 5 yards but the fabric cannot be cut or washed. Customers are responsible for the postage of all return items unless an incorrect item or yardage was sent to its address. Refunds and Exchanges must be within 2 weeks.*Photos are color matched for accuracy in ideal lighting conditions but actual color may be slightly different than they appear in photos.

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Beige rough linen fabric by the meter - stonewashed linen fabric. Linen for upholstery. Natural Lithuanian thick softened linen fabric - natural color - beige / oatmeal (undyed and unbleached). This flax fabric is pre-washed and softened, very strong and thick. The linen fabric width is 140cm (55.1"). Weight 300GSM / 10.5oz Color - natural linen color - between brown and grey - beige / oatmeal color. Lithuanian rustic linen fabric is certified OekoTex100 quality and is absolutely lovely, vintage looking, Eco-friendly, homespun linen fabric looking, breathable, soft and all loved. You can do upholstery projects, sew bedding sets, bath sheets, curtains, bread bags, laundry bags, clothes, tablecloths and everything else. Price per meter (if you buy 3 meters, you will receive one piece of 3metres length (not 3 pieces)). LINEN FEATURES: Linen is one of the oldest kinds of textiles in the world, which is made from flax fiber . About 5000 m . pr. cr. Egypt has been worn linen clothing. Linen - an annual and perennial herbs and sub shrubs ; stalk up to 150 cm, linen is much stronger and more glossy than cotton; It has anti allergic properties , absorbs water, breathable and cool fabric . Lithuanian linen grew very long time, it is mentioned in the most ancient Lithuanian folk songs - work songs associated with the production, extraction, spinning . The linen is known as a sacred plant , solar sward , woman's crop . Linen fiber is strong and elastic , so wrinkled linen fabrics . After each washing the fabric becomes softer and less wrinkly . Linen fabric is best to compare a hot iron on the back side. Linen cloth over the years does not turn , but is getting whiter and softer . Flax fiber gets wet and dries so cool cloth warm night , and the scorching heat of midday ventilates body . Linen fabric resistant to static electricity . Also linen fiber used in protective clothing astronauts and outer space fleet. Of all the fabrics of linen best micro climate in the skin , ie, breathable , absorbs moisture and perspiration . Linen fabrics are 3 times stronger and 5 times more resistant to abrasion ( abrasion ) than cotton ; Linen fabric better than cotton absorbs moisture and perspiration . Linen fabric - organic. It is completely waste-free product, environment and ecology do not cause any harmful effects. Upholstery linen please contact me for more details, best regards for you, Meda Lovely Craft's Home

100% raw rough linen fabric. NOT-dyed. This is the most natural and ecofriendly fabric. !!! Extra heavy fabric is 100cm wide!!!!!!!! ❤ Width 1m (39.3 inch), Raw, heavy, 360 g/m2 Quantity 1 = 1m = 39.4 inch. If you want to order 2 meters, write quantity 2... and so on. Composition: 100% linen, pure flax fiber. As the fabric is natural, it shows the fibers of the flax plant. They can be felt by hand! ❤ If you order more than 10m (393 inches), please ask for some discount and for best shipping option for you. Color - natural linen color - between brown and grey - beige / oatmeal color. Rustic linen fabric is absolutely lovely, vintage looking, Eco-friendly, homespun linen fabric looking, breathable, soft and all loved. You can do upholstery projects, sew bedding sets, bath sheets, curtains, bread bags, laundry bags, clothes, tablecloths and everything else. Colour shade may vary due to viewing on different screens across computer and mobile devices. we cannot guarantee that the colour will be exactly the same as it appears on your screen. We try our utmost best to ensure the listing and photos are as accurate as possible. ***Rough linen fabric by the meter, Extra heavy flax fabric, DIY linen fabric, 100% Natural linen fabric, Wedding Fabric, Natural Luxury linen

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ROSE QUARTZ HEAVY WEIGHT RUSTIC LINEN DUVET/QUILT/DOONA COVER. Does not include pillowcases. Heavy weight Rustic linen is so tempting and it is very hard to choose the colour- it seams like you want it all. The same could be said about Rose Quartz (Blush, salmon pink)- warm, inviting, with strong vintage appeal- perfect match for any bedroom style or any home interior. Heavy weight genuine European linen, 280gsm has been stonewashed and softened, therefore feels unbelievably soft to skin, looks very fluffy, snug and cozy. It is a real winter duvet- will definitely keep you warm! May also be used for summer without the insert. ************************************************************************* Care instructions: normal machine wash warm, not hot temperatures-dark colours separately, tumble drying occasionally on low heat, no ironing required to maintain vintage look and feel. No dry cleaning. © 2016 House of Baltic Linen: all intellectual property, including images, designs and product descriptions protected by Australian copyright and remain the rights of the seller. They cannot be reproduced or altered in any way without obtaining written permission from the copyright owner.