Easy Steps for Cleaning Oil Pastel Stains from Capris
Oil pastels are soft and can easily get onto your clothing, but don't worry – there are several things you can do to get rid of the oil pastel stains on your capris. Read our guide to learn how to effectively clean oil pastel stains from capris.
Updated 04 Mar 2023
By Cyryl Wozniak
Steps to Clean an Oil Pastel Stain from Capris
- Blot the stained area with a damp cloth or paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
- Create a mixture of three parts baking soda to one part warm water and apply it to the stained area. Let it sit for fifteen minutes.
- Rinse the area with cold water.
- Apply liquid detergent (or laundry pre-treatment spray) to the oil stain and let sit for at least ten minutes.
- Wash the capris in the washing machine using the hottest temperature setting recommended on the care label.
- Check the stained area after washing; if the stain is still present, repeat steps 2 through 5.
- Hang capris to dry.
Tips for Preventing Oil Pastel Stains
- Cover your work surface with newspaper or a drop cloth.
- Wear gloves when working with oil pastels.
- Roll up your sleeves or use a smock while working so that your clothing doesn’t come into contact with the oil pastel.
- Keep your clothes away from where you are working.
- Clean your hands after every use.
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