Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I care for my garments with rhinestones attached? |
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For most garments (including lycra dresses, leotards) it is best to hand wash with a gentle cleanser such as Woolite? in warm water in the sink. Turn inside out before washing and swish in soapy water, scrubbing areas prone to more sweat. Rinse well and lay flat on light colored towel. Roll towel tightly from one short end to the other. Flip over and repeat, then do it again with a dry towel. Allow item to lay flat until mostly dry and then hang to dry. Do not hang when fully wet as this will cause the item to stretch out! DO NOT WASH or SOAK any item until GLUE HAS CURED for AT LEAST 14 DAYS.
For items with Crystallized - Swarovski Elements Hot Fix rhinestones, turn inside out and hand wash or wash on gentle cycle in machine. Turn inside out before drying. Dry at a warm temperature with reduced thermal load. To ensure that the flat backs will not be damaged during the drying process, cover them with a soft washing bag. Iron at a warm temperature using the setting wool/silk/polyester/viscose. Use a protective cloth. Please note that the glue is reactivated when ironing.
Do not use chlorine bleach. Do not dry clean. No type of application (glue or hot fix) is guaranteed to be permanent. Rhinestones are crystal and will scratch and crack if washed with abrasive items. Hand washing is always the best option and extends the life of your garment!
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