Frequently Asked Questions

I try to ship everything out within 7 days of an order, but sometimes it ends up being a few days more than that!

If you live outside of the US or Canada, I will work with you to ship you a scarf. Please reach out through email or instagram if you would like to order a rag but don't live in North America.

As long as the shipping address is the same, I will always try to combine separate orders going to the same place.

For the most part I don't hold over any inventory unless I am saving up for a show, so if it says it's sold out, unfortunately it means I probably don't have any in stock!

While I do cycle through colors throughout the year and will probably be returning to the same dye plant at some point, I cannot duplicate colors exactly. If you see a color you love, it's best to snag it while it's available, because it might be one of a kind!

Every scarf takes between 24-48 hours to dye, and then requires a two week curing period. I'm a one woman show who also works on our ranch during the day, so I've created a general system that I think is sustainable for my capacity.

I dye once or twice a day for the first week or two of the month, wait for the curing period, and then wash, list, and ship everything out towards the end of the month.

I am currently making as many wild rags as I can while maintaining quality - both for the scarves and for my life!

If you're interested in knowing which plants created the color of scarf you're wearing, please reach out! I'm happy to answer questions about dye plants.

Learn more about the dye process and some common natural dyes I use on the Process Page.

Silk is a powerhouse of a natural fiber. It blocks the wind, wicks moisture, and is incredibly strong. It's kinder to your skin than satin, better for the environment, and more durable.

The natural dye of your wild rag is a living, dynamic hue. As such, it reacts to elements of nature, such as metals, sunlight, and acidity. To extend the longevity and vibrancy of your living color, it is best to store your scarf out of direct sunlight and to always hand wash with cold water and a small dose of liquid, pH neutral detergent. This tends to include most of the additive-free detergents commonly found at any grocery store (such as free and clear). Do not use a washing machine, as the metal patterns in the machine can stain your rag. I recommend hanging your silk to dry, although you may use a non-heated setting on your dryer. Exposing your rag to metals, particularly iron, may result in staining.

While I only use dyes that are known to be color fast - meaning they hold their color, your wild rag may change over time, depending on the dye. Some dyes will fade, while others may shift and pull different hues. To minimize or slow changes to your rag over time, it is best to store the rag out of direct sunlight, and to only wash when needed, following the care instructions above. Silk does not require frequent washings. I wash mine less than once a year. Changes may also occur to the hue if it is exposed to a different pH. This includes anything particularly acidic (such as citrus), laundry detergents with scents, etc.

Yes! Every single wild rag is hand dyed, and each wild rag is completely unique. While I may use the same recipes, colors may vary because of the location the plant was grown, the season it was harvested in, etc. Thus, I cannot necessarily replicate a color exactly. Many of the photos posted on the website are representative of the scarf you are purchasing online, but may not match the exact wild rag you receive. As I do not know how the wild rag will appear until after the final washing, and am not always able to exactly replicate specific colors, I do not take pre-orders and am not able to accommodate customs.

I accept returns for 30 days after the ship date if the scarves are unworn.