I purchased this several years ago washed and air dried it and put it away for safekeeping. The colors are incredible! Bright, paste,l girly girl colors. I just love it to pieces. It is well made in a chevron print and very nicely done. The ends where the colors change have been tied off and as seen in the photo. The strings poking out there could easily be tucked in, but I kinda like knowing where the ties are because they can be easily checked to reduce the risk of unraveling.