PETUNIA THROW
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I use this throw?
Upgrade your living and bedroom decor with our light weight Petunia throw made of pure flax linen, with fringes on the borders. Use it as a piece of sofa/lounging decor, or layer it with a blanket when it gets too cold.
This throw is also an excellent travel companion and can be used as a makeshift blanket during long journeys and summer outings.
Can I use this throw as a blanket?
The Petunia throw is a light weight throw suitable for day-time lounging. However, it is not a replacement for a blanket.
How should I wash this throw?
This throw is machine washable in cold water on GENTLE setting. Use very gentle cleaner (non-abrasive & bleach-free) to keep your linen looking good. We recommend line drying in shade. If required, iron it on appropriate (low heat) setting. Please click here to read the usage and care instruction carefully to keep your linen happy and healthy for long.
Your linen is precious.
What is stonewashed linen?
The Process
- Industrial Tumbling: Newly woven flax linen fabric is loaded into large industrial washing drums with water, mild detergents, and tumbling agents.
- Pumice Stone Abrasion: In traditional manufacturing, porous volcanic pumice stones are tumbled alongside the fabric to physically abrade the surface fibers and release tight loom tension.
- Cellulase Enzyme Treatments: Some Modern sustainable mills frequently use eco-friendly cellulase enzymes to selectively dissolve the rigid surface pectin binding the flax fibers together without compromising core structural strength.
- Accelerated Softening: The process condenses years of natural washing and wear into a single controlled manufacturing cycle, transforming crisp raw flax into a supple cloth.
The Benefits
- Instant Softness: Skips the stiff, rigid "break-in" period of raw linen, delivering a buttery, gentle hand-feel from the very first use.
- Effortless, Relaxed Aesthetic: Features a subtle matte sheen and soft, organic rumples that look sophisticated without ever requiring an iron.
- Pre-Shrunk Stability: Undergoes intensive pre-shrinking during production, ensuring the fabric maintains its dimensions through subsequent home laundering.
- Fluid Drape: Loosening the weave tension allows the fabric to fall in softer, heavier folds that contour gracefully over furniture and the body.
- Superior Breathability: Retains all natural flax properties—wicking away moisture, preventing bacterial growth, and keeping sleepers cool in warm weather while trapping subtle warmth in winter.
- Continual Improvement: High-grade flax fibers maintain exceptional long-term durability, becoming softer and more pliable with every wash cycle.
Our pure linen Petunia throw effortlessly brings a pleasant nostalgia to your lounging space with its soft lavender, white and black stripes. We have laboriously hand-fringed the edges to add a touch of vintage, artisanal charm. Whether draped over a sofa, folded neatly at the foot of a bed, or used as a make-shift picnic blanket, its versatile nature makes it a perfect addition to any home.
