How to Handwash a Stuffed Animal
Place the stuffed animal in a plastic garbage bag., Add baking soda to the bag., Shake the bag vigorously., Wait 15-20 minutes and let the bag rest., Clean off the baking soda.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Place the stuffed animal in a plastic garbage bag.
A garbage bag will keep you from spilling while you clean.
If you don’t have a bag, you can apply the baking soda directly to the animal.. -
Step 2: Add baking soda to the bag.
You want about ½ cup of baking soda for an average-sized stuffed animal.If your stuffed animal is bigger or smaller, you can adjust the amount of baking soda appropriately. , This will agitate the baking soda and allow it to penetrate the stuffed animal. , This will give the baking soda time to interact with the dirt and clean it off. , You can use several methods for this:
Shake off the baking soda, Brush the baking soda with your hand, Use a cloth to remove the baking soda from the stuffed animal, Use a handheld vacuum cleaner if you really want to be thorough. -
Step 3: Shake the bag vigorously.
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Step 4: Wait 15-20 minutes and let the bag rest.
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Step 5: Clean off the baking soda.
Detailed Guide
A garbage bag will keep you from spilling while you clean.
If you don’t have a bag, you can apply the baking soda directly to the animal..
You want about ½ cup of baking soda for an average-sized stuffed animal.If your stuffed animal is bigger or smaller, you can adjust the amount of baking soda appropriately. , This will agitate the baking soda and allow it to penetrate the stuffed animal. , This will give the baking soda time to interact with the dirt and clean it off. , You can use several methods for this:
Shake off the baking soda, Brush the baking soda with your hand, Use a cloth to remove the baking soda from the stuffed animal, Use a handheld vacuum cleaner if you really want to be thorough.
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