Ida Sham Single

100% Linen with Poly Batting | Garment-Dyed

$245.00

Size:

King

Queen

Euro

Quantity:

Variant

Description

Constructed with a quilted linen face and a plain vintage linen backing, our Ida shams feature an envelope closure.

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.

100% linen with poly batting
Garment-washed and dyed using non-toxic dyes

Fabric

Our Ida quilted linen provides both warmth and decoration. It is constructed using two layers of our Vintage Linen along with a special batting and a unique quilting thread. The 3 inch diamond quilt is a variation on the more regular box quilts seen in the market. Ida will withstand home laundering, which makes it ideal for for your bed or your couch and chair. We worked hard to get the right balance of softness, warmth, and body you want in any quilt.

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.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ida Sham made from?

The Ida Sham is 100% linen with poly batting, garment-washed and dyed using non-toxic dyes. The face is quilted Vintage Linen in a 3-inch diamond pattern, backed with a plain vintage linen panel.

What sizes does the Ida Sham come in?

The Ida Sham is available in Queen (20 x 30 inches / 51 x 76 cm), King (20 x 36 inches / 51 x 91 cm), and Euro (26 x 26 inches / 66 x 66 cm).

How do I care for the Ida quilted linen sham?

Machine wash in lukewarm water with a gentle detergent and cool rinse, separating light and dark colors. Tumble dry on low heat and remove promptly to reduce wrinkling; for best results, line dry. Do not use bleach or products containing chlorine, alpha hydroxy acids, or benzoyl peroxide, as these will damage the garment-dyed finish.

What is the difference between the Ida Sham and a standard pillowcase?

The Ida Sham has an envelope closure that holds the pillow insert securely in place, while a standard pillowcase is open on one side and loosely encases the pillow. The Ida's quilted linen face also adds a layer of texture and warmth that a flat pillowcase does not provide.