Frequently asked questions
What are Pondicherry Placemats exactly, and what material are they made from?
They are placemats printed with the Pondicherry motif, crafted from 100% linen with a printed surface, giving a soft, natural texture and a heritage-inspired look.
How should I care for these placemats to keep the print and linen texture looking new?
Machine wash cold, do not bleach or use fabric softener; wash dark colors separately, do not wring, line dry or tumble dry on low, remove while still damp and steam iron on linen setting.
How do these placemats feel and look when set on a table?
They have a substantial linen hand feel with a printed design and a plain hem that keeps edges clean, letting the print and natural linen texture take center stage.
Are these durable for everyday dining and entertaining?
Yes, the linen drape and durability are designed to endure everyday use, while the printed surface preserves color and fabric integrity over time.
What makes these placemats different from other linen placemats I’ve seen?
They are part of a SFERRA x Scalamandré collaboration, combining heritage-inspired 18th century Palampore motifs in soft coastal tones on 100% linen.
Born from the SFERRA x Scalamandré collaboration, Pondicherry placemats are crafted from 100% linen with a printed linen surface. Inspired by 18th century Palampore motifs in soft coastal tones, they bring a sense of heritage to modern tables. The linen drape and substantial hand feel endure through everyday dining and entertaining.
The plain hem keeps edges clean, letting the print and natural texture of the linen take center stage. Care is designed to preserve color and fabric integrity over time, ensuring these placemats remain a refined staple for years of use.
- Material: 100% Linen with printed surface
- Finishing: Printed Linen, with a plain hem
- Origin: Portugal
- Care: Machine wash cold; do not bleach; do not use fabric softener; wash dark colors separately; do not wring; line dry or tumble dry on low; remove while still damp; steam iron on linen setting
- Design inspired by 18th century Palampore motifs in soft coastal tones
- Part of the SFERRA x Scalamandré collaboration
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