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Stuffed teddy bears

A successful collector of stuffed teddy bears knows how to care for and make them last. Preserving it for posterity is probably not the first thing on children’s minds so it’s up to parents to try to take care of the bears or teach children how to. Here are a few simple ways to keep bears looking their best:

• Inspect – It is always important to inspect stuffed teddy bears before they are cleaned. If there are any rips or tears take care of these before the bear is washed. More exterior damage can be caused when the bear is washed. After the bear is sewn or stitched, the person doing the cleaning should be especially careful around these spots.

• Vacuum – One of the best ways to get debris off of old stuffed teddy bears is to vacuum them with a vacuum hose. By vacuuming a bear, the loose dirt or debris can be sucked off. However, when this is done, it is important that the vacuum has adjustable settings. If the vacuum remains on the highest setting, there is a good chance that it will damage the seams or the fur on the bear.

• Use white washcloths – A white wash cloth should be used to wipe down teddy bears. The best way to wash stuffed teddy bears is to only use water. If soap is used, it will likely leave a residue on the bear that will be hard to remove.

• Don’t use the washing machine – The violent twisting and spinning action of a washing machine runs the risk of severely damaging stuffed teddy bears. This is particularly true of older stuffed teddy bears.

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