Comments on: How to Clean Stuffed Toys

By: Linda

Linda — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:18:35 +0000

Have a 70 year old stuffed furry kitty with a zipper on its back. Great antique, but needs some fur on its head and cleaning. You’ve helped a little on the washing. Thanks.

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:28:18 +0000

I’ve heard of using rolled oats in a big bag and put the stuffed toy in it and shake it. It takes off any dust and oil that are in the air.I’m a teddy bear collector and every once in a while I spray them with febreze and it keeps them fresh. Hope this helps.

By: Tammy

Tammy — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:01:49 +0000

My Son & his Girlfriend are expecting their first child in Dec. He had a Pound Puppy stuffed toy as a child & I would like to give it to his Son later on. The puppy is dirty & rusty from being stored in a box in the garage for years. Any advice?

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 08:23:52 +0000

Never use the rotating brush attachment (impeller or motorized), it can grab an part of the animal or ribbon and cause damage. Use a DEDICATED upholstery brush (You may find one at the hardware store like Lowes). Don’t use any attachment that has been used on the floor or other furniture (common sense).

Using a clean (dedicated tire brush from an auto parts store can help to restore the nap without being too harsh. These brushes are soft.

Let me re-state: NEVER use a motorized or impeller-powered attachment like rotating brushes. They will damage the stuffed animal. Been there, done that.

By: Nabeelah

Nabeelah — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:42:28 +0000

From the tag, all my panda(s) contains POLYESTER FIBERS. There’s no warning sign on washing machine though, so I was wondering, can I wash my panda(s) in the washing machine? It’s really 2x dusty.. & If I can’t put them in the washing machine, how can I make their furs clean & softer?

Looking forward for replies. Thanks in advance =)

By: Kelly

Kelly — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:38:13 +0000

I have a stuffed Garfield I would like restored. He is wearing light blue pajamas, & has on Garfield slippers. His blue pajamas are faded, can this be repaired back to original condition? Also could use a good cleaning.

By: Jenelle

Jenelle — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:23:10 +0000

I had some stuffed toys that were very dusty. I simply tossed them in the dryer on a low heat and after a short time the dust was gone and the toys were looking clean and new again. You could add a dryer sheet to freshen them even more.