Cluny Sham Single

Name: Cluny Sham Single - Clearance 60
Brand: MATTEO
SKU: 182655X6

100% Linen with 100% Cotton Trim | Garment-Dyed

$78.00 ~~$195.00~~

Size:

King

Queen

Euro

Quantity:

Variant

Description

Constructed with a Cluny Lace flange, Cluny Shams feature an envelope closure.

100% linen with cotton trim
Garment-washed and dyed using non-toxic dyes

Fabric

Our Cluny Collection starts with a base of our Vintage Linen fabric and adds a delicate 100% Cotton cluny lace border.

Derived from the flax plant, linen's durability and tendency to grow softer with time make it ideal for bedding that can last for years. Linen is naturally moisture absorbent and insulating. It keeps you cool when you are hot, and warms when you are cold. Linen is also hypoallergenic and antimicrobial.

Our Vintage Linen uses a 28 single-metric yarn in both the warp and the weft. The weave is extremely balanced, which produces a linen fabric that is both soft and sturdy. The magic of our Vintage Linen is in the special washing process we use in our dyehouse. This wash opens and penetrates the depths of the fibers, softening each one and creating a truly special sleep.

Sham vs. Pillowcase

Shams and Pillowcases are both used to protect pillow inserts, but there are a wide variety of constructions. Typically, shams are more fitted and employ some method of closure to keep the pillow in place, whereas pillowcases loosely encase the pillow and are open on the side.

Care Details

Wash

Wash should be separated into light & dark colors. We recommend a lukewarm wash cycle with a gentle detergent & a cool rinse.

Do not use bleach on linen. Avoid using products that contain whitening agents such as chlorine bleach, alpha hydroxy acids and benzoyl peroxide on garment-dyed items. The reactive dyes used for garment-dyeing are not resistant to these whitening agents.

The largest challenge with garment-dyeing is the truth that it is an art, and not a science. We must allow for a shade variation of +/- 10% from dye-lot to dye-lot.

Learn more about Garment-Dyeing.

Drying

Tumble dry with low heat. Remove bed linens promptly from the machine to reduce wrinkling. For best results, line dry.

Ironing

We at MATTEO tend to prefer a lived-in look, as such, you don't find us ironing our sheets too frequently. If you prefer a crisp looking bed, our linen should be pressed while slightly damp using the Linen or High setting.

Size

	inches	cm
King	20 x 36	51 x 91
Queen	20 x 30	51 x 76
Euro	26 x 26	66 x 66

Important Notice

All products purchased from the MATTEOX clearance page are samples that might exhibit visible flaws, including, but not limited to, off-color shades, incorrect threads, and faded edges. Products purchased in the same color might be different tones owing to differences from their respective dye lots. All products purchased at 50% to 70% off can be returned for a full refund or store credit. All products purchased at 80% to 90% off can only be returned for store credit. All returns involving a MATTEOX product are subject to a $10 restocking fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fabric is the Cluny Sham made from?

The Cluny Sham is 100% linen with a cotton trim. The body is woven from our Vintage Linen fabric using a 28 single-metric yarn in both the warp and the weft, producing a balanced weave that is soft and sturdy. The flange border is a delicate 100% cotton cluny lace. All dyeing uses non-toxic dyes.

How does the garment-washing process affect the Cluny Sham?

Each Cluny Sham goes through a special washing process in MATTEO's dyehouse that opens and penetrates the linen fibers, softening them at the individual fiber level. The result is a linen sham that arrives already broken in, with a lived-in texture rather than the stiffness associated with raw linen. Linen also continues to soften with each wash over time.

What sizes are available for the Cluny Sham, and what are the dimensions?

The Cluny Sham is available in three sizes: King (20 x 36 inches / 51 x 91 cm), Queen (20 x 30 inches / 51 x 76 cm), and Euro (26 x 26 inches / 66 x 66 cm). The sham has an envelope closure to hold the pillow insert securely in place.

What is the difference between a sham and a pillowcase?

A sham is more fitted than a pillowcase and uses a closure, such as the envelope closure on the Cluny Sham, to keep the pillow insert in place. A pillowcase loosely encases the pillow and is open on one side. Shams are typically used as a decorative layer on a made bed, while pillowcases serve primarily as a sleep surface covering.

Is linen a good fabric for people with sensitive skin or allergies?

Linen is naturally hypoallergenic and antimicrobial, making it a sound choice for people with sensitive skin or dust-mite sensitivities. The Cluny Sham is also garment-dyed using non-toxic dyes, so there are no harsh chemical residues in the finished fabric. MATTEO's garment-washing process further softens the fibers, reducing any roughness that can irritate sensitive skin.

Is linen good for hot sleepers, and will the Cluny Sham keep me cool?

Linen is naturally moisture-absorbent and temperature-regulating. It draws heat away from the body when you run warm and retains warmth when temperatures drop, making it one of the more breathable fabrics for year-round use. The Cluny Sham's Vintage Linen base carries these same properties, so it works well in warm climates and humid sleeping environments.

How should I wash and care for the Cluny Sham?

Wash in lukewarm water with a gentle detergent and a cool rinse, separating light and dark colors. Do not use bleach or products containing whitening agents such as chlorine bleach, alpha hydroxy acids, or benzoyl peroxide, as these will damage the garment-dyed finish. Tumble dry on low heat and remove promptly to minimize wrinkling; line drying gives the best results. If ironing is needed, press while slightly damp on the Linen or High setting. Learn more about MATTEO's garment-dyeing process.

What colors is the Cluny Sham available in, and does color vary between dye lots?

The Cluny Sham is available in 15 colors: White, Moon, Off White, Greige, Salt, Iris, Mica, Oat, Bay, Alpine, Coal, Fig, Bark, Night, and Smoke. Because garment-dyeing is an artisanal process rather than a standardized one, MATTEO allows for a shade variation of plus or minus 10% between dye lots. If purchasing multiple shams at once, ordering them together gives the best chance of a consistent color match.