*Machine wash
Turn the bag inside out and wash it using cold water, a gentle cycle, and a mild detergent. Hang the bag by each strap to air dry.

*Spot Clean
If you have a stain on your tote bag, the easiest way to clean it is just with a spot clean, if you have a stain removing spray, just follow the directions on the bottle. If you don’t have a stain remover, great alternatives are baking soda mixed with a little warm water to create a paste which you can apply, leave for a little while and scrub off. Alternatively soak the affected area in solution of wine vinegar and warm water for a few hours and then rinse with fresh water.

*Hand wash
If your whole bag needs a bit of a wash then we advise handwashing your bag, use your regular washing powder and lukewarm water to wash your tote bag. Gentle scrub your bag and try to avoid the print if possible as this can affect the colour and print if you scrub too hard!

*Wipe clean
If you’re cleaning a recent mark a simple wipe clean with hot water and soap will do the trick. For some of our bags like our Jutes a wipe clean is the only suitable method of cleaning as with other methods they may lose their stiff structure and become floppy!

*Steam
Steaming your cotton bag is a great alternative to washing. Steaming will remove any creases, will clean long term discolouration, and may help to remove stubborn stains from your tote bag. By adding some essential oil or scented antibacterial liquid to your steamer you can also remove any unwanted smells.