Care & Intention: Keeping Your Fiber Art Beautiful
Your KAT fiber art was made with softness, identity, and intention, designed to live with you, not beneath you. With simple, mindful care, your piece will stay vibrant, dimensional, and full of story for years to come.
"This is not décor you replace. It’s art you protect, pass down, and live alongside."
— Danyel, Kreative Artisan ThreadsGeneral Care
- Each piece is hand-tufted using hypoallergenic, 100% acrylic yarn.
- Best displayed as wall art, altar décor, desk accents, pillow covers, sculptural footstools, or purse charms.
- Floor placement is fine for personal-use pieces, but avoid high-traffic areas to protect the carving and softness.
- Heavier pieces may benefit from a wall anchor or double command strips for secure hanging.
Cleaning Tips
- Refresh fibers by gently shaking or using a handheld vacuum on an upholstery setting.
- Spot clean with mild soap and a damp cloth, never soak or scrub.
- Pillows: Spot clean only; avoid removing inner padding unless necessary.
- Footstools: Wipe base/legs as usual; treat the tufted top like fiber art.
- Purse charms & wearables: Keep away from lotions and oils; spot clean lightly when needed.
Framed Pieces
- KAT pieces are framed open, no glass, so the texture stays touchable and dimensional.
- Light vacuuming or a soft brush every few weeks keeps fibers clean and lifted.
- Keep framed art out of direct sunlight to preserve depth and color vibrancy.
- Avoid hanging in humid spaces like bathrooms, as moisture can affect the backing over time.
Hanging & Display
- Use command strips, Velcro, nails, or gallery hooks depending on weight.
- Avoid direct sunlight to protect color vibrancy and fiber integrity.
- Rotate altar or desk pieces occasionally to maintain even wear.
- If storing seasonally, keep in a dry, cool, breathable space, no plastic bags.
Long-Term Maintenance
- Avoid stacking heavy items on top of any fiber art, especially carved or 3D pieces.
- If a yarn tail appears, snip gently; do not pull.
- For pillows and footstools, fluff lightly to retain shape and dimension.
- Treat your piece like the collectible it is, with intention and care.
⚠️ Please Avoid
- No machine wash
- No dryer or heat exposure
- No bleach or harsh chemicals
- No soaking or aggressive scrubbing
- No pulling loose fibers, snip carefully instead
- No high-traffic placement unless the piece was specifically designed for it
Custom Work & Repairs
Handmade pieces have natural individuality, which is part of the soul of fiber art. If your piece ever needs refreshing, minor repair, or reshaping, you can always reach out to me directly.
I’m honored to care for the art that becomes part of your home. Contact me at katinfo@kreativeartisanthreads.com
If your piece’s fibers have flattened or lost their sculptural shape over time, you may be eligible for the KAT Artist Refresh Service → a professional fiber restoration performed by the original artist.
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