How to Care for a Knitted Baby Baptism Hat with Silk Ties

Quick answer

Hand-wash the knitted ivory hat in cool water with a mild baby-safe detergent, blot it dry, and reshape it flat; clean the silk ties separately with a barely damp cloth or a quick cool dip, then air-dry them away from direct heat.

Step-by-step care routine

1. Check the label and test first: Read any care label inside the hat and follow it if it differs from this routine. If no label is present, dab a hidden inner area with cool water and mild detergent, wait a few minutes, and check for color transfer or texture change before washing the whole piece. No label does not mean no risk; the test patch is your only guide for this hat.
2. Remove or protect the silk ties: If the ties are detachable, remove them and clean them separately. If they are attached, fold them up and secure them away from the wet knit so they do not soak in the wash water. Keeping the ties dry during the knit wash prevents water spots and stiffness.
3. Hand-wash the knit in cool water: Fill a basin with cool water and a small amount of mild baby-safe detergent. Submerge the knitted hat, press it gently with your palms, and let it sit for a few minutes. Do not rub, scrub, or wring the knit. Wringing is the fastest way to stretch a knitted hat out of shape.
4. Rinse without twisting: Drain the soapy water and refill with clean cool water. Press the hat against the basin floor to release soap, repeating until the water runs clear. Never hold the hat up by the ties or twist it like a cloth. Support the full weight of the wet hat with both hands whenever you lift it.
5. Blot and reshape the knit: Lay the hat on a clean white towel, roll the towel gently, and press to absorb excess water. Then place the hat on a dry towel and reshape the crown and brim with your fingers so it dries in its original form. Reshape while wet; a knitted hat dried flat and unshaped can dry with creases.
6. Clean the silk ties: For light marks, wipe the ties with a barely damp white cloth and mild detergent, then wipe again with a clean damp cloth. For a deeper clean, dip the ties briefly in cool water with mild detergent, rinse quickly, and blot dry. Do not rub the silk. Silk dries fastest when blotted, not wrung.
7. Air-dry away from heat and sun: Dry the knit flat on a fresh towel in a well-ventilated room, away from radiators, direct sunlight, and tumble dryers. Hang or lay the silk ties flat to dry. Allow both to dry completely before storing. Direct heat can shrink or stiffen the knit and dull the silk.

Product facts

• AUGUST Baby Boy Baptism Hat – Knitted Ivory with Silk Ties: The AUGUST Baby Boy Baptism Hat is made from soft ivory knitted textile with silk ties. Two materials in one accessory means you should clean the knit and the ties separately rather than soaking the whole hat.