Cared For easliy
Everything you need to know about washing, ironing, folding, storing, and getting the most from your Hav-A-Hank® natural cotton handkerchief.
CARE AT A GLANCE
Natural Cotton Gets Better With Every Wash
Unlike synthetic fabrics that degrade over time, natural cotton softens and improves with washing. A properly cared-for Hav-A-Hank® handkerchief will last decades — and feel better at year ten than it did on day one.
MACHINE WASH
Wash on warm or hot — natural cotton handles heat well and hot water sanitizes effectively. Use your regular detergent. No special cycle needed.
Tip: Wash whites separately to maintain brightness over time.
AIR OR LINE DRY
Line drying in sunlight naturally whitens cotton over time — no bleach needed. If machine drying, remove promptly and shake out to prevent deep creases. Low to medium heat only.
Tip: No fabric softener needed — cotton softens naturally with every wash.
IRON WHILE DAMP
A medium-hot iron on slightly damp cotton produces a perfectly crisp, sharp press. This is the single most effective thing you can do for a clean pocket fold. Starch lightly for pocket squares that hold their shape all day.
Tip: Iron on the reverse side to protect any personalization embroidery.
STORE FLAT OR FOLDED
Store flat in a drawer or neatly folded into a square. No special storage required. A Hav-A-Hank® hanky stored properly will be as good as new in ten years — and better in twenty.
Tip: For long-term storage, wrap in acid-free tissue paper to prevent yellowing.
Get Your Hav-A-Hank® 14×14
Every fold in this guide works best with a generous 14×14 cut. Our natural cotton holds creases cleanly, creates a fuller puff, and softens with every wash. Made in the USA since 1946.
