How to Care for Crochet Flowers and Crochet Flower Pots

Short answer: dust crochet flowers with a soft brush, spot clean with a damp cloth, never machine wash them, and keep them out of direct sunlight. That is all it takes to keep a crochet flower pot looking fresh for years.

Do crochet flowers need watering?

No. A crochet flower pot is made entirely from yarn, so there is nothing to water, trim or replace. It will not wilt, drop petals or attract insects, which is why it works on a desk, shelf, nightstand or windowsill.

Dusting

Dust settles on yarn the same way it settles on anything else. Use one of these:

• A soft brush (a clean makeup or paint brush works well).
• A hair dryer on the cool setting, held a little away from the piece.

Work gently so you do not pull on the stitches or loosen small details like petals and leaves.

Spot cleaning

If something spills or marks the piece, dab the spot with a damp cloth. Do not rub hard and do not soak it. Please do not put crochet pieces in a washing machine: the shaping and the stuffing do not survive it.

Keep it out of direct sunlight

Strong sun fades yarn over time, just like it fades curtains and photographs. A bright room is fine; a spot that gets hours of direct sun is not.

Felt ornaments are a little different

Our felt Christmas ornaments are cleaned the same gentle way: dust with a soft brush and do not wash them.

Handmade means a little variation

Every piece is crocheted by hand, so shape and shade can differ slightly from the photos. If your piece ever arrives damaged or with a defect, email support@yarnmochi.com within 30 days of delivery and we will replace it or refund you. See our FAQ for details.