How do I scrape off dried vomit?

Use a dull knife or spoon to scrape off any vomit that has already dried. Be careful not to press down too hard on the fabric as you scrape; you don’t want to damage the fabric.

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Cleaning Vomit Stains from an Aline Dress: A Step-by-Step Guide

Q: How do I treat the vomit stain?

Create a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water. Dip a clean cloth into the solution and place it on the stain. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes, then use a clean cloth to dab at the area until the stain is gone. Do not rub or scrub, as this may cause the stain to set deeper.

Q: How do I dry the garment?

Securely fasten the garment (buttons, zippers, etc.) and lay it flat on a towel. Pat the fabric dry with a second towel, and then hang the garment up to air dry. Do not iron or put the garment in the dryer.

Accidents happen! If you find yourself needing to clean vomit stains from an aline dress, here are some steps that you can take to hopefully restore your garment.

Updated 07 Mar 2023

By Luke Smith

Step 1: Scraping off the Dried Vomit

Use a dull knife or spoon to scrape off any vomit that has already dried. Do this over a sink so you can collect all of the bits of vomit that come off the fabric. Be careful not to press down too hard on the fabric as you scrape; you don’t want to damage fabric.

Step 2: Treating and Removing the Stain

Once the dried vomit has been removed, create a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water. Dip a clean cloth into the solution and place it on the stain. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes, then use a clean cloth to dab at the area until the stain is gone. Do not rub or scrub, as this may cause the stain to set deeper.

Step 3: Thoroughly Washing the Fabric

Fill a sink with warm water and add a gentle detergent. Submerge the garment in the water and let it soak for at least an hour. Agitate it gently with your hands, but be careful not to twist or wring it. Once the fabric is clean and the stain has disappeared, thoroughly rinse it off with clean, warm water.

Step 4: Drying the Garment

Securely fasten garment (buttons, zippers, etc.) and lay it flat on a towel. Pat the fabric dry with a second towel, and then hang the garment up to air dry. Do not iron or put the garment in dryer.

Conclusion

With these four easy steps, you can clean vomit stains from an aline dress and hopefully restore it to its original beauty. It will take a bit of patience and care, but the end result will be worth it.

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