Please handle this artwork with care. Upon arrival, hang it at first when possible. If needed, adjust the edges of the leaf with your fingers to give it its original shape. Stain-free hair spray can be used occasionally to tame wandering strands. This fiber art benefits from limited handling.  So please always hold the leaf from the mounting loop. Please do not try to remove the felt backing(white colored), it is there to maintain the shape of it. The leaf is also not meant to be folded. If you plan to transport/store the leaf, be sure to put cardboard support on the back and front to protect it. Please be aware that rough handling can damage the artwork. **Please note below steps are only needed if the leaf got mishandled and does not look as displayed. Unmount it and lay it flat on a clean surface. Comb with a fine-toothed comb in the direction of the leaf/fringe starting from mid-ridge to the end. Spray some non-staining hair spray or fabric stiffener & gently comb again or press the strands with your fingers. Let the spray dry on the leaf laying it flat only. Steps to freshen the leaf can also be found on my instagram highlights - “Care for leaf” @yashidesigns.