British Columbia Swedish Dish Cloth
Celebrate Canada’s West Coast while tackling everyday kitchen messes with the British Columbia Swedish Dishcloth from Nature Bee. Featuring a BC-inspired design, this reusable cloth is a practical household essential and an easy gift for anyone who loves British Columbia.
Made from wood cellulose and repurposed cotton, it becomes soft when wet, absorbs up to 20 times its weight in liquid and dries quickly between uses. Use it in place of disposable paper towels for dishes, counters, spills and everyday cleaning.
A Reusable British Columbia Kitchen Cloth
This British Columbia pattern turns an everyday cleaning product into a fun and useful West Coast keepsake. Nature Bee identifies the design as a collaboration with artist Caprizie.
Nature Bee Swedish dishcloths are designed in Victoria, British Columbia and printed using water-based inks with GOTS-approved dyes. The cloth contains no polyester or plastic fibres.
A Reusable Alternative to Paper Towel
One Nature Bee Swedish dishcloth can replace up to 17 rolls of disposable paper towel over its useful life. Rinse or wash it after cleaning, let it air dry and reuse it whenever another spill or mess appears.
Absorbs Up to 20 Times Its Weight
The blend of wood cellulose and cotton creates an absorbent cloth that can soak up liquid while remaining durable enough for dishes, counters and regular household cleaning.
Quick Drying and Naturally Odour Resistant
Swedish dishcloths dry more quickly than many traditional dish rags. Allowing the cloth to dry completely between uses helps keep it fresh and extends its lifespan.
Why You’ll Love It
- Features a British Columbia-inspired design
- Created in collaboration with artist Caprizie
- Absorbs up to 20 times its weight in liquid
- One cloth can replace up to 17 rolls of paper towel
- Made from 70% wood cellulose and 30% cotton waste
- Contains no polyester or plastic fibres
- Reusable, washable and quick drying
- Compostable at the end of its useful life
- Dishwasher and washing-machine safe
- A useful British Columbia gift or souvenir
How to Use
- Wet the dry dishcloth with water to make it soft and flexible.
- Squeeze out the excess water.
- Use it to wash dishes, wipe counters, absorb spills or clean household surfaces.
- Rinse thoroughly after use.
- Hang or lay flat to air dry.
For strongly coloured spills that may stain, dampen the cloth before cleaning and rinse it promptly afterward.
How to Wash Your Swedish Dishcloth
Dishwasher: Place the cloth securely on the top rack, run a normal cycle and remove it to air dry.
Washing machine: Wash with like colours on a normal cycle, then hang to dry.
Boiling water: Submerge the cloth in boiling water for approximately five minutes. Carefully remove it, rinse with cool water and hang to dry.
Do not tumble dry. High dryer heat may damage or shrink the natural cellulose fibres.
Product Details
- Design: British Columbia
- Quantity: One Swedish dishcloth
- Size: Approximately 17 × 19 cm (6.75 × 7.5 in)
- Materials: 70% wood cellulose and 30% cotton waste
- Ink: Water-based ink with GOTS-approved dyes
- Designed in: Victoria, British Columbia
- Design collaboration: Caprizie
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the cloth become stiff when dry?
This is normal for plant-based cellulose fibres. It becomes soft and flexible as soon as it is wet.
How long does a Swedish dishcloth last?
With regular washing and proper drying, one cloth can last for several months and potentially up to a year. Its lifespan depends on how frequently and heavily it is used.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
Yes. Place it securely on the top rack and allow it to air dry after the wash cycle.
Is it compostable?
Yes. The cloth is made from wood cellulose and cotton and can be composted at the end of its useful life. Follow your local composting guidelines.
Is this Swedish dishcloth made in Canada?
Nature Bee identifies its patterns as designed in Victoria, British Columbia. Describe it as Canadian-designed rather than claiming the physical cloth is manufactured in Canada.
Is it a good British Columbia gift?
Yes. Its regional design, useful format and connection to a Victoria-based Canadian brand make it an affordable BC gift, host gift or stocking stuffer.
Where can I buy British Columbia Swedish dishcloths?
Shop online from Local Boom for shipping across Canada or visit our gift shop in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver.