What supplies do I need to remove a blood stain?

You'll need dish soap, cold water, a towel, white vinegar, and an old toothbrush.

How long should I let the stain soak?

Allow the stain to soak for five minutes in both the dish soap and vinegar solutions.

Should I use hot or cold water?

Be sure to use cold water throughout the cleaning process.

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How to Easily Remove Blood Stains From Your Favorite Wrap Dress

Accidents happen, but don't despair when an unexpected blood stain appears on your favorite wrap dress! Read on for step-by-step instructions on how to clean it up for good.

Updated 10 Mar 2023

By Brane Lukman

Step 1: Gather Supplies

You will need a few basic tools and supplies to clean the blood off your dress - depending on the fabric you are dealing with, you may need different items. Here is a basic list to get you started:

Dish soap
Cold water
Towel
White vinegar
Old toothbrush

Step 2: Blot the Stain

Start by blotting up as much of the blood as possible with a towel. Be careful to use light pressure and dab at the stain, instead of wiping or rubbing.

Step 3: Treat with Dish Soap and Water

Mix together a tablespoon of your dish soap with a cup of cold water. Carefully dip the stained area into mixture and allow the liquid to sit on fabric for five minutes. Then, use the old toothbrush to lightly scrub the stain in a circular motion. Once you are done, rinse the area with cold water.

Step 4: Remove Excess Moisture

Next, use your towel to press down on stained area and blot up any excess moisture. Keep pressing and blotting until the area is dry.

Step 5: Apply White Vinegar

Once the area is dry, mix together a solution of two parts white vinegar to one part water. Dip the stained area into the solution and let it sit for another five minutes. Again, use the toothbrush to gently scrub the area in a circular motion. Rinse with cold water once more.

Step 6: Allow to Air Dry

Finally, let the dress air dry - be sure to avoid direct sunlight or heat, as this could set the stain.

Conclusion

By following these simple steps, you can easily remove blood stains from your favorite wrap dress. Don't panic - with a little bit of time and effort, you can have your dress looking like new again in no time!

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