Eight Centuries of Irish Craft. Now on Your Pillow
The Book of Kells has been called the work of angels.
Created by Celtic monks around 800 AD, its pages are filled with interlaced creatures, spiralling knotwork, and calligraphy so precise that scholars still cannot fully explain how it was made by human hands.
Translating that into fabric is no small thing.
The Kells pillowcase is woven on a jacquard loom, a process that programs each individual thread to build the pattern from within the cloth itself.
The result is a tone-on-tone weave that shifts and reveals the manuscript's iconic motifs depending on the light, impossible to achieve through printing or embroidery alone.
The base is pure linen, sourced for its weight and longevity.
It softens with every wash without losing its structure, breathes through every season, and develops a patina over years of use that only gets better. This is not a pillowcase you replace. It is one you keep.
The details that matter:
- Woven in Northern Ireland
- Tonal embroidered border finish
- Washes softer with every cycle
- Available in Standard and Square sizes
General Care Instructions for Irish Linen Products
Caring for Linen is relativly simple, the fabric is amazingly durable. Following these instructions will help it stay in top condition for longer
Washing:
- Machine Washable: Gentle cycle with cold or lukewarm water (up to 40°C).
- Mild Detergent: Use a mild, liquid detergent. Avoid bleach or brighteners.
- Separate Wash: Wash linen items separately to avoid friction.
Drying:
- Tumble Dry on Low: If necessary, use a low heat setting.
- Line Dry Recommended: Preferable to line dry for natural softness.
- Avoid Direct Sunlight: Prevents color fading.
Ironing:
- Ironing is Optional: Iron while damp for a smoother look.
- Use a Medium-Hot Iron: Iron on the reverse side to protect colors.
Storing:
- Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Avoid plastic bags or boxes.
- Avoid Compression: Prevent creasing by not compressing under heavy items.
General Tips:
- No Bleaching: Bleach can damage linen fibers.
- Gentle Handling: Linen becomes softer and more absorbent with each wash.
- Promptly Remove from Dryer: Minimize wrinkles by removing when slightly damp.
