Achieving Spotless Elegance: Cleaning Chantilly Lace Stained with Oil Pastels
Chantilly lace has a natural grace and beauty that is unmatched. But when it comes stained with oil pastels, this delicate fabric can seem hopelessly ruined. Fortunately, with the right technique and tools, you can easily restore your lace to its original splendor.
Updated 03 Mar 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
What You'll Need
- Dish soap
- Laundry detergent
- White vinegar
- An old toothbrush
- A hard-bristle brush
- A bowl
- A non-abrasive sponge
Step 1: Spot Treatment
Begin by creating a mixture of dish soap and laundry detergent and white vinegar in equal parts in a bowl. Dip an old toothbrush into the solution and gently scrub the stain until you’ve saturated the area with the cleaning solution. Allow the solution to sit for at least 10 minutes before rinsing with cold water.
Step 2: Rinse, Repeat
Once the spot treatment is done, rinse the lace thoroughly under cold running water. Make sure to rinse until all of soap and detergent is gone. If the stain isn’t completely gone or if there are still traces left after you’ve rinsed, repeat Steps 1 and 2.
Step 3: Gently Brush Away Stubborn Spots
If stain still persists, you may need to use a hard-bristle brush, non-abrasive sponge, or a combination of the two to help remove any stubborn residue. Be careful not to damage lace, though – press lightly and work slowly in circular motions.
Step 4: Finishing Touches
Once all the stains have been removed, hang your lace in the sun for a few hours. This will help brighten its color and add shine. Afterward, let the lace air dry. Your Chantilly lace should now look as good as new!
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