Caring for Sacred Handcrafted Robes
Handmade poshaks are created with great patience by skilled artisans using metallic zardozi threads, beads, fine pearls, and lustrous silk fabrics. To ensure they remain pristine without discoloration or damage, simple and mindful care practices are recommended.
Essential Storage Tips
- Breathable Cotton Pouches: Never store embellished poshaks in airtight plastic bags. Moisture trapped in plastic can cause metallic zari to tarnish. Use muslin or soft cotton cloth wrappers instead.
- Keep Dry and Away from Direct Perfumes: While offering natural attar (itar) during seva is auspicious, avoid spraying synthetic chemicals or harsh alcohol perfumes directly onto metallic zardozi threads.
- Gentle Dry Dusting: Use a soft-bristled brush or clean microfiber cloth to gently brush away incense dust or chandan particles after each festive wear.
- Dry Clean for Heavy Zari: Never machine wash or soak heavy zardozi poshaks in soapy water. Spot clean with mild moist cotton if necessary, or opt for specialized dry cleaning.
Preserving the Divine Radiance
By rotating your deity’s wardrobe with the changing seasons and storing garments in clean, shaded altar drawers, your KS Poshak creations will maintain their artisanal splendor for many auspicious celebrations to come.