What's the best way to wash children's stuffed animals?

Question

My son has 2 cherished plush stuffed animals that are in need of cleaning. I wipe them off regularly, but they really need thrown in the washing machine.

The tags say surface wash only. One is a WebKinz the other is TY brand.

I thought I could try using a delicate cycle on washer and perm press for the dryer.

Anyone have experience or suggestions.

Answer 1

I haven't tried the webkinz- they seem kind of fragile- but the TYs you can throw in the regular wash with a load of clothes. The dryer too. No worries- I do it all the time. Good luck!

Answer 2

I fill the kitchen sink with warm water and just a little soap. Mix the soap before putting in the animal. Rinse up and down several times, then air dry for a couple of days. You can put it in the dryer, but use AIR only, no heat. Add something else like towels or sheets to balance the load. I wash my kids animal like this often.

Answer 3

I put stuffed toys into my front loader and dry them in the dryer, haven't lost a single one even though they say surface wash only.

Answer 4

I put all of my granddaughter's stuffed animal in a front loading washer and dryer. It is much gentler. They usually have them at laundromats if you don't have one at home. Afterwards, I just toss them in the dryer.

Answer 5

all i can say is that i have taken my kids stuffed animals and put them in the washer and the dryer with no problem. done this several times. my kids think that they arent as fluffy, but they are clean.

Answer 6

Whenever it is something more delicate I put inside a pillowcase, tie it well and then throw in the washer.

Answer 7

my mom always use to put them into a pillow case ...hope it helps