01237 478373 info@institchesembroidery.co.uk
Unit 1 Springfield, Littleham, Bideford, Devon, United Kingdom, EX39 5HN
SCHOOL SHOP FAQ
Delivery
St Helens, Abbotsham
We have an agreement in place with St Helens, where we will deliver bulk orders, once a week into the school, if you miss the delivery day, you will need to wait until the following week for your order.
How do I know what size my child needs?
Always measure in inches, according to the measurement guide above. Then refer to the size guide on the product page for the garment you require. Note that all garments have different size guides.
Are your garments ethically produced?
Ethical garment production is important to us. We only source our blank garments from UK wholesalers who can assure us that the following points are monitored closely through appropriate certification:
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Employment conditions for workers involved with the production of our goods.
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Health & Safety standards.
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Wages and working hours, including adherence to young person’s working regulations. Human Rights.
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Disciplinary and employment records.
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Risk Assessments.
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Legal requirements.
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Sewing and fabric quality standards.
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Safety requirements, especially with regard to babywear garments.
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Manufacturing requirements including CMT procedures
How should I wash my items?
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Always refer to the care instructions printed on the label inside your garment.
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Ensure you sort your garments into like for like colours and fabrics for washing.
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Be careful not to overload your washing machine.
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Turn garments inside out prior to machine washing.
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Always wash dark colours separately.
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For whites we recommend the use of wash care products that are specifically formulated for whites. This ensures your whites stay white.
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The use of fabric softener is not recommended as it is known to break down fibres in clothing.
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Stain removers containing optical brightening agents or bleach are not recommended for use on colours or darks.
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Fasten buttons and zips to reduce the risk of damage.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: If your garment has been decorated with a printed vinyl logo, do not tumble dry and iron on the inside only.
