A MaLeeMa bag is an investment in craft, in sustainability, and in a material that gets better with time. With simple, consistent care, your bag will serve you for years.
Here is everything you need to know, broken down clearly for banana fiber and cork bags.
Caring for Your Banana Fiber Bag
Daily Use
• Avoid overfilling while strong, maintaining the bag's shape prolongs the weave's integrity.
• Keep away from sharp objects inside the bag that could stress individual fibers.
• Remove it from your shoulder gently avoid repeated stress on the strap attachment points.

Cleaning
• Wipe the surface with a slightly damp soft cloth for dust and light marks.
• For stubborn spots, use a drop of mild soap (no harsh detergents) on a damp cloth  then wipe clean.

• Do NOT submerge in water or machine wash.
• Allow to air dry naturally away from direct sunlight or heat sources.

Storage
• Store in the dust bag or a cloth bag when not in use keeps dust away without trapping moisture.
• Maintain the bag's shape by stuffing lightly with tissue paper if storing long-term.
• Keep in a cool, dry place avoid damp environments that can weaken natural fibers.
• Never store in direct sunlight for extended periods fading can occur.

Caring for Your Cork Bag or Clutch
Daily Use
• Cork is naturally waterproof light rain is fine. Avoid prolonged submersion.
• The cork surface is scratch-resistant but avoid rough or abrasive contact.
Cleaning
• Wipe with a clean, slightly damp cloth cork cleans very easily.
• For deeper cleaning, a very mild soap solution on a soft cloth, then wipe dry.
• Cork does not require conditioning or special products its natural oils keep it supple.
Storage
• Store away from extreme heat prolonged heat can dry and crack cork.
• Cool, dry storage in the provided dust bag is ideal.

When Your Bag Needs More Care
If your MaLeeMa bag develops any issue beyond normal wear strap stress, seam concerns, or hardware function contact MaLeeMa directly at info@maleemaindia.com before assuming the worst. Many issues are simple and resolvable. MaLeeMa stands behind the quality of every bag it sells.

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