Hickory Crawdads Chucky Tee: Softstyle Fabric Guide

Quick Answer

The Hickory Crawdads Chucky Heather Indigo Softstyle Tee uses a 4.5 oz cotton-polyester blend that resists shrinking and fading when washed correctly. Follow the steps below to keep the fabric soft and the graphics intact.

How to Wash and Care for Your Hickory Crawdads Chucky Softstyle Tee

1. Turn the tee inside out: Before washing, turn the tee inside out. This protects the printed design from rubbing against other clothes and reduces fading. Skipping this step can cause the graphic to crack or peel faster.
2. Use cold water and a gentle cycle: Wash in cold water on a gentle or delicate cycle. Hot water can weaken the polyester fibers and fade the heather indigo color over time. Cold water also saves energy and helps the tee stay true to size.
3. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners: Bleach can discolor the cotton portion, and fabric softeners can coat the polyester fibers, reducing breathability. Stick to a mild detergent. If you need stain treatment, spot-clean with a small amount of detergent before washing.
4. Air dry or tumble dry low: Lay the tee flat to air dry or use a low-heat tumble dry setting. High heat can cause the pre-shrunk fabric to still shrink slightly and may damage the print. Remove the tee from the dryer while it's still slightly damp to reduce wrinkles.
5. Store folded, not hung: Fold the tee and store it in a drawer or on a shelf. Hanging can stretch the neckline over time, especially with the double-needle stitching. If you must hang it, use a padded hanger to minimize strain on the shoulders.

Product Facts

• Hickory Crawdads Chucky Heather Indigo Softstyle Tee: Softstyle cotton tee 4.5 oz. pre-shrunk 35% cotton, 65% polyester, with shoulder-to-shoulder taping and double-needle stitched neckline and sleeves. The pre-shrunk cotton-polyester blend resists shrinking and holds its shape, while the reinforced stitching adds durability at stress points like the neck and sleeves.