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Workshop Reference 005 Care & wear

Care Guide

Guidance for caring for handmade garments and workshop goods, including washing, storage, repairs, and long-term maintenance.

Good materials get better with use, but they still need care.

The short version: wash less, air out more, repair early, and let honest wear happen.

Denim And Canvas

Wash cold when needed. Hang dry. Expect fading, creasing, and character.

Wool

Air out between wears. Spot clean when possible. Wash gently only when needed.

Leather

Keep it dry when you can. Condition sparingly. Let patina do its work.

Repairs

Small repairs done early keep pieces in rotation longer.