ajpack Posted November 23, 2004 #1 Share Posted November 23, 2004 I just bought a beaded top at Nordstoms and was wondering if I should hang it on a hanger or fold it and put in it my drawer. I've read if you hang beaded clothes, they will stretch from the weight of the beads. Suggestions? Anne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WISara Posted November 23, 2004 #2 Share Posted November 23, 2004 hah! I just bought a beaded top from Nords too - so interested in the answer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cali-croozer Posted November 23, 2004 #3 Share Posted November 23, 2004 Don't know the answer either, but why don't you call up Nordstrom's. They are known for their customer service and since you bought the top there....... If you get an answer from them, please pass it on. Thnx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy ks Posted November 23, 2004 #4 Share Posted November 23, 2004 I have a beaded/embroidered jacket and do not hang it. I fold it and store it on a shelf in my closet. I suppose it may depend on the weight of the beads. My jacket actually had instructions for storage on the care tag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alylee777 Posted November 23, 2004 #5 Share Posted November 23, 2004 [font=Fixedsys][size=3]Hi[/size][/font] [font=Fixedsys][size=3][/size][/font] [font=Fixedsys][size=3]I really think it depends upon the weight of the sweater. I have a lovely beaded Nordstrom Christine Phillipe shortsleeve sweater that I just put on a big sweater hanger and it is fine. No stretching!! But, it is a light weight sweater. [/size][/font] [font=Fixedsys][size=3][/size][/font] [font=Fixedsys][size=3]A:o [/size][/font] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajpack Posted November 23, 2004 Author #6 Share Posted November 23, 2004 Just did a live chat with customer service on the website---lay it flat in tissue paper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curlyred Posted November 23, 2004 #7 Share Posted November 23, 2004 I gently wrap the article in tissue paper and lay it in a drawer or on a shelf, I try not to put anything heavy on it. When storing an item for a long period of time, I wrap the item in cotton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMS920 Posted November 24, 2004 #8 Share Posted November 24, 2004 You should also never leave anything chiffon hanging for very long....they should be folded, wrap in tissue and stored in a box......Chiffon, expecially if cut on the bias will "grow" that's why you'll notice a lot of uneven chiffon hems.....and most beaded clothing is done on chiffon. JoAnn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajpack Posted November 24, 2004 Author #9 Share Posted November 24, 2004 Guess I better go and get my beaded jacket off the hanger and put it in a drawer!:eek: Hopefully I can find an empty drawer for the top and the jacket! Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitty9 Posted November 25, 2004 #10 Share Posted November 25, 2004 The reason you never hang a heavily beaded anything is because the beading and sequins can be so heavy as to stretch the lighter weight fabric completely out of shape. There have been times when someone has put a beaded gown on a hanger, and when they went to put it on, the silk underdress had stretched so much that the dress was over an inch too long. This isn't the case for heavier knit sweaters with just beaded trim, but for silk beaded dresses and jackets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teegeezfun Posted November 26, 2004 #11 Share Posted November 26, 2004 thanks for the info, going to remove my new beaded and chiffon things from hangers and store them flat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathyjack Posted December 14, 2004 #12 Share Posted December 14, 2004 I have a beaded top that I also bought at Nordstroms. I got it about 5 years ago for a cruise, and have worn it on many other cruises. I've always hung it on a cushioned hanger and it has never stretched out. It is loaded with beads and sequins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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