How do I properly wash and care for National Style Fabric to avoid damaging the pattern, color, or handmade embellishments?

Washing and caring for National Style Fabrics requires special care because they often contain delicate patterns, colors, and hand-made embellishments. To avoid damaging the fabric, here are some tips:

Check the label instructions
Before washing, always check the label or instructions on the fabric. Different national style fabrics may have different materials and care requirements, such as some fabrics may need dry cleaning, while others can be hand washed or machine washed.
Hand washing is best
Warm water: Use warm water (usually no more than 30°C) to wash, and avoid high temperature water that damages the fabric.
Mild detergent: Choose a mild detergent and avoid using detergents containing bleaching ingredients to prevent fading and damage to the pattern.
Avoid rubbing: Avoid rubbing the fabric vigorously, especially parts with hand-made embellishments or embroidery.
Wrap with gauze: For particularly fragile fabrics or embellishments, you can wash the fabric in a laundry bag or gauze bag to reduce friction with other items.
Precautions for machine washing
If the fabric can be machine washed, use cold water and a gentle wash cycle (such as the "gentle" cycle). Place the fabric in a laundry bag to reduce friction with other clothes.
Avoid using a strong wash mode or high-speed spin to protect the fabric and decorations.

Avoid exposure to the sun
When drying, avoid exposing the fabric to direct sunlight. Strong ultraviolet rays may cause color fading or aging of decorations.
You can choose to dry naturally in a cool place, or use low-temperature ironing for finishing, but avoid high temperatures to burn the fabric and decorations.
Tips for ironing
Before ironing, check the label of the fabric. If the fabric allows ironing, use low or medium heat and turn the fabric over to avoid direct contact with patterns and decorations.
You can use a steam iron to help flatten the fabric through steam without directly contacting the fabric surface to reduce the risk of damage.
For fabrics with embroidery or hand-decorated fabrics, it is best to use a thin cloth to cover the fabric before ironing.
Storage method
When not in use, keep the fabric in a dry, cool place and avoid humid environments.
Try to avoid hanging it for a long time to prevent the fabric from deforming or damaging the decorations.
Storing fabrics in dust bags or cloth bags can better protect patterns and colors.
Avoid contact with chemicals
Try to avoid contact with fabrics such as perfumes, cosmetics or detergents, which may damage the patterns and colors of fabrics.

By following these care and maintenance methods, you can effectively extend the life of ethnic fabrics while maintaining their beautiful patterns and colors.