Colour and pattern ‘The key to successfully combining colours and patterns ( embroidery thread ) is to understand that patterns that are too similar will compete,’ says Richard Boyle, CEO of Yves Delorme UK. ‘Instead, mix florals with stripes or plaids, and bold patterns with elegent prints or block colours ,and let them play off one another.’ Now bed linen is becoming more fashion-orientated, pattern ( machine embroidery thread ) is officially ‘in’ and most companies produce twice-yearly collections. ‘Be risky,’ says Richard. ‘Patterned bed linen can be so versatile. Even if you’re unsure, there’s the option to team a patterned duvet cover with plain sheets.’

CARING FOR YOUR BED LINEN

Steer clear of products with blueing agents or whiteners, which can age sheets prematurely. And don’t overload the machine as it destory the fibres n cotton. Roll your sheets with a set in the cupboard, a set on the bed and a set in the wash. This will ensure that no person should be lower than replaced by another, and to examine whether different sets of summer and winter, so you can comfortably carry razor jersey cotton. Ensure your linen is perfectly dry before storing, and keep it in a dust-free place away from direct sunlight, which can bleach it. If you don’t have a linen cupboard, make use of divan drawers, an ottoman, a trunk, or a lined bottom drawer. For the whitest whites, don’t overload your machine (keep it two-thirds entire),make use of a nice-quality detergent (if you don’t have sensitive skin,select for bio over non-bio over non-bio )and wash at 60oC.

Turn items inside-out before washing to help protect colours and to prevent embroidery ( embroidery thread ) or detailing catching on other items. The experts at Yves Delorme recommend avoiding washing cotton bed linen with other fabrics like polyester to prevent pilling, and either line dry, or tumble dry on a low heat until slightly damp (over-drying is the biggest way to shorten the life of your linen). For allergy sufferers and those with sensitive skin, avoid any bed linen that’s labelled ‘easy iron’ as its fibres have been coated in a chemical solution of polymers to make them lie flat.