How To Wash Vintage Clothing
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- Опубликовано: 23 авг 2020
- Let's talk about washing and caring for vintage clothing! As you know, I recently came in to a lot of vintage clothing in need of a wash. I thought it would be helpful to show you my process and the products I use to keep my vintage clothing clean and wearable as long as possible.
Links to products I used:
Woolite: amzn.to/32haNMl
Oxi Clean Free: amzn.to/3aUKShp
White Vinegar: amzn.to/31kk1Iz (this is similar to the one I used)
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Worn in this video:
Dress- Vintage
Earrings & Bangles- bowandcrossbones.com/
glasses- vintage
Hair Flowers- www.etsy.com/shop/PinUpCurl
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Laci Fay
PO Box 2684
Cedar City, UT
84721
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xx
Laci 
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We need more people like you on RUclips and in this world. The positivity just radiates from you. :)
Hear hear
One beautiful kind hearted human being!
Agree!
The pink bathtub, the flowers in your hair, your slip, your shoes!!!! AAAHHHHH. awesomeness overload. "Vintage Neighbor" is perfect.
I live in Australia just wondering what im missing out on?what's this Vintage Neighbour?
I also love how Johnny cash is mimicking you by leaning over the bathtub and dipping his little paws in the water :D both your cats are so adorable!
I think he liked the suds!
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TuckerSP2011 Ha! probably. Laci mentioned something about him thinking it was his bath time, so he probably does like the suds:)
Another note to those watching- I always wash my clothes from lightest colors to darkest colors. just in case there's a bit of dye left in your tub from a previous washing, it won't harm your next garment being washed. I learned that the hard way once.
Oh my god the cats name is Johnny Cash I love that so much
Lol yep. He’s the cat in black 😎
Laci Fay The Vintage Girl Next Door 😎coolest
“Vintage Neighbors” sounds perfect to me👌It definitely embraces that comfort & caring exchange of good neighborhood memories, old & new💖So important now...and always😊✨
I wish we had more people like you around. You’re such an interesting, sweet, honest person.
HAHAHA! Johnny Cash helping! To see him swirl the water with you, too cute and funny! Fantastic! What a great video of how to launder the clothes! Thank you SO much!
Haha he’s the best helper! Ahh you’re welcome!
I hand wash my clothes with soda crystals, borax, soap flakes (grated soap) and white vinegar, I always leave them to soak before washing and hitting any stains with Sards wonder soap - I’ve never found a stain to tough for Sards . Love your videos ❤️
Omg! Love that pink bathroom! When is the next home tour?? Need to see it full!
PLEASE SHOW YOUR PINK BATHROOM!!! Ahhhh! ❤️
So awesome ive wondered how to clean the clothes without messing them up. Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks. Vintage neighbors sounds like a wonderful name to call your vintage followers.
Wow...I never learnt how to hand wash my clothes properly. These are such good tips! The towel burrito is the best
Your cats are such great helpers! My kitty loves to "help" me when I knit--or when I make the bed, lol.
Oh yes! The best kitty helpers!
I love "vintage neighbor's". The Lavendar floral dress/top you are wearing is very lovely!
I mean, I feel like that one vintage neighbor who just pops by to steal recipes, so I think it fits!
Happy Monday!
A trick we use in theatre for removing odors from fabric is to spray the garment with vodka. Vodka - it's not just for cocktails anymore!
Lol. Awesome!
I’d love to be know as one of your vintage neighbours 😂. Enjoyed this video as I have shied away from actually purchasing true vintage because of the cleaning and care. Thanks for demonstrating for me. Hope you have a blessed day 🤗
Ahh yay! Oh I’m so glad this was helpful. Happy Monday!
I’m loving being “vintage neighbors”
Can I borrow a cup of sugar? 😊
Love you. Love your lovely helper kitties. My daughters and I are sending hugs and smiles to you ! Blessings!
Yay! Oh of course neighbor! 😊thanks so much!! ❤️
My brother told me about your videos awhile back and I love your house looking vintage. I, too, am a person that loves stuff vintage. We have a vintage wringer washer in the basement of our house. A 1948 Maytag wringer washer. Got it at a resale shop for $100 and it works like a dream come true. We use to go to the laundromat to do our laundry, both wash and dry, but when we got the Maytag wringer washer, we did our laundry at home ever since. We have a modern day clothes dryer in our living room though. Anyways, we bought a hose to attach to the bottom opening to drain the water after washing and rinsing it, and the faucet hoses for adding hot and cold water we had in our old washing machine before it stopped working over 10 years ago. But we love our washing machine and makes our clothes very clean like any other machine. Only problem is that we can't wash blankets in it, they're too big. Also, and the only downside is that we (literally always me) have to carry the buckets of drained water up the stairs and dumping it out back, but it's worth it for $100! And we have it since last August and we love it!
Aww, Johnny Cash helping was just the cutest! I vote for more cat cameos! 😸💕
He is a babe for sure. Haha I’ll speak to their agent 😉😂
Oh my goodness they are beautiful! Your the best vintage neighbor. So sweet, informative and helpful.
My Mama always soaked garments that could "bleed" in cool/ water with regular salt. She'd mix the salt in a cup with hot water. Stir it into the tub of cool/cold water. Then gently submerge the garment and let it soak for several hours. Then wash gently and rinse.
This is also great for dungarees.
CajunRose 1313 she’s a small wonder got the the theme song of the 80s siticom small wonder in my head 📼
Thanks for this tip!! Recently messed up a brand new Veronica Beard silk dress along with everything else I threw in the laundry along with it because of color bleed… good thing it was thrifted, But will try the salt trick next time… or a dry cleaner!
Love the flowers in your hair. Cats are adorable.
Thank you! Haha yes. They are babes for sure.
Laci Fay The Vintage Girl Next Door 🍿
Oh Laci, I would have needed gloves for this one! Your face at the smell of that garment :D Love how delicate you are with your clothing. Definitely shows a sense of pride in them. :)
Omg this was so helpful and it was really cool. We love you Laci and we’re always here for you! ❤️
Those clothes really landed a perfect home
Yay! I’m super glad you posted this! I’ve been waiting lol. I find it interesting that clothes from the 1960’s and before didn’t really have washing instructions considering how some fabrics like wool or Rayon are more delicate. I’m assuming most people from the 1950’s didn’t really have access to washing machines like today, so they probably either washed by hand or took them to get cleaned. It reminds me of the show I Love Lucy and how they’ve mentioned laundry bills and taking their clothes to the laundry where others took care of their clothes who knew how to care for them. Anyway, sorry for rambling I found this video very helpful and I will defiantly be using these tips with caution of course. Thanks Laci!:)
Thank you for putting this vid together! I learned so much!
You read my mind! I was hoping you had a vid like this and here it is!
I live for the opening scenes- your always informative and awesome
I love "Vintage Neighbor"! Thanks for these great tips! I have vintage clothes that I want to make sure I'm taking care of correctly and this makes me feel that I can definitely do that now! Thanks for your wonderful and positive content!!!
Ahh yay! I’m so glad. Oh you’re so welcome. That makes me happy to hear. Thank you!
I am a guy who loves vintage and I am 55 and had to get glasses so I found some vintage frames from the 50s on Ebay, love them and your frames are gorgeous. I find everything from the 50s to be gorgeous :)
You wear vintage so well Laci!! ❤
Beautiful pieces! And you look wonderful in all of them!
I love your vintage vibe.
I just love you so much! And I love Mr. cash helping you out! I love watching you, your voice is so relaxing to me and you’re such a kind person
I love the appearance if the kitty helpers! 😻 very satisfying cleaning video! Such great dresses!
You're one of the most helpful RUclipsrs ever.
So happy that the suit fit you! What pretty dresses as well. I'll try your washing technique very soon
Laci I LOVE the suit it looks so pretty on you. Thank you for the cleaning video a lot of good tips. I also want to add these tips goes well with other vintage items like vintage table cloths and doilies to clean them.
Your videos are saving my sanity. Thank you.
Awesome to see you caring for these vintage pieces! Good info on cleaning clothes--we don't always have to use modern detergents and powered appliances to get the job done! Love to be one of your vintage neighbours!
As someone who collects lots of vintage clothes and was terrified to even try washing them, this video was a lifesaver! I have been using Woolite for my vintage clothes ever since. One tip my mum taught me is that for clothes that are dry-clean only or only worn for a short period of time, you can take a bit of Woolite and water, rub it on your hands and gently clean under the sleeves and other areas that might have been exposed to sweaty skin, so you can wear them several more times that way (also been leaning how to use a steamer). Thank you again for the tutorial and cleaning tips, these really helped a lot! Now if I can figure out how to wash my navy blue dress with the metal anchor brooch and white collar, neither of which I can remove from the garment....or that navy dress with white polka dots...
That towel looks so soft!!
LOVE "Vintage Neighbors"! I use Woolite on ALL my clothes--even my jeans. I just love this video [including the demonstration in your vintage pink bathtub]. I have always felt that if you take good care of your clothes, they will last longer. I didn't realize that lemon juice removed rust, and that white vinegar took smells out of clothing. Thanks, Laci!! Love how the kitties want to help. ;o)
I love your videos! Seeing your cats in your videos always puts a smile on my face!😍
Great video ,,,washing vintage clothing,,,,it was so interesting to see the fab results,,,,,Johnny cash loved to paw,in too,,,soo sweet,,,,thankyou for video ,,ps,,I love vintage neighbours,,,so from me in norther Ireland,,,,happy vintage love to you and all,🙋🥰
Learned new tip on using lemon on light colors! Vintage neighbors is cute! Enjoy your videos !!
Thank you so much for sharing, Lacy🥰🥰💗 this definately simplifies how I will wash my vintage pieces from now on. 😊🤩
PS 'vintage neighbor' [next door] is such a good idea! I love it!
Ahh yes another video from Laci, Can't wait to finish watching :)
Ahh yay! Thank you!
Really good tips! Love your pink tub and the dresses are so cute!😍
Thank you!! I’m always unsure how to freshen vintage. This video shows me how to do it without fear!!
Thank you so much for the tips. Now I can clean my grandmother's dresses.
I love how your cats are called johnny cash and Dr. Emmet Brown! 😆😆💖💖
I am watching this 2/8/21. You have added 20,000 people since you posted this! You are the very best!
NOBODY is a better helper than Mr.Cash !!
Only watched two of your videos, they are fantastic. I love the 40's and 50's Deco Art, so you showing the clothing is very interesting. Stay well and God Bless.
I just found your channel and am so loving all of your videos. Your voice is so calming and lovely. I worked in a vintage clothing store in the early 90's and all of your wardrobe brings back such great memories. Keep up the great content!😺
Welcome! Thanks so much!
Oh. My. Gravy! That suit is so lovely! Also random but the starburst mirrors in the back made your posing at the end look like a photo shoot for a magazine cover. Very glamorous!
I love the green dress!
Great Info Laci and thank you for your hard work for all of us! I’m loving all your clothes and may start wearing dresses more🥰
Thank you!! Oh I’m so glad!
I missed your haul. I didn't see the notification, so I'm going to go watch that, now!
Those hand washing tips were great. I have NEVER seen lemon juice used to get out a stain. Those clothes were stunning. You have a great point about taking good care of vintage clothes. They are so beautiful, I would never want to see them ruined. Thank you for making this video.
A very helpful video on washing vintage clothing. I have a 1980s hand knitted jumper that has a "charity shop smell" even after a wool wash in the washing machine. I will try some white vinegar on it.
Laci, you are such an utter delight! Thank you to you and your fabulous fuzzy helpers for showing us how to care for our vintage! This is exactly what I do, though I haven't tried vinegar yet (thankfully haven't encountered anything too smelly!) One thing to warn you - oxiclean can interfere with the integrity of protein fibers like silk and wool. I won't wash either with it, out of fear that it will either outright destroy the fabric, or will result in disintegration in the future. One initial wash with a small amount of oxi might be ok, but it may be good to avoid using it regularly on your wools and silks. Anyhow, thank you neighbor, and take care!
Can't wait to finish watching. Love vintage clothes, I wear them all the time. Can't wait to see your method of washing them. 😁 NC
Awesome! I’m so glad! Let me know if you have any different methods!
My grandmother taught me how to do my first load of laundry by hand with a old school washboard it was tough lol and u have to use a lot of arm strength to wash very good and we would bring them outside to air dry the old fashioned line and clip lol I'm 32yrs but it was a neat experience. .it was hard work but if ur power was out that was the best way to do it ..I'm thinking on buying myself a washboard in the future...I love ur videos such inspiration 😄😄😄
Lol, love your kitties, he is a good helper...I have a Mr. Cash! He's got that Johnny Cash catitude😉 I think doing this in the tub is so smart! Also, the blue dress is super pretty 😍
Thank you for your advice. My mom used Woolight fabric cleaner
Love the green dress. It’s one you can wear anytime from Christmas to summer depending on how you style it.
Oh for sure! Thank you!
Thank you for all these great tips! And I love the idea of Vintage neighbors. 😊
You’re so welcome! Ahh I’m so glad!
Great information! I am 66 years old and recently found an old baby bonnet of mine. It is a treasure, but it was pretty stained and soiled. I tried your method of cleaning it and it worked great! Thank you!
Thank you so much loved all you tricks and tips. Will definitely be using the rolled up towel drying technique!!!!!
The towel trick is genius!
Love the blue striped dress with the pink belt, and the suit would be great to wear at a wedding. Love your videos 💕
Lol! That's so hilarious at the beginning your lights flashing and the way your responding!
I use “grandma’s secret stain remover” for all stains on my vintage. It’s chlorine and bleach free. It gets anything off and I love it. I’ve even just added drops to my water to wash it in and used it as detergent. It got 70 years of grime off my white gloves in no time
Omg love your cats watching you wash your clothes you help me with non vintage clothes care too 👍💜
I respect where you wash your clothes and personally I am still trying to get a washboard I’ve been to Joy one typically glass but they are more expensive but I know that they will come but for now washing them in my washing machine on delicates well it’s more specific to hand wash washes it very well and I’ve had none of them being damaged so far and I also tend to wear them more than once because I like to not wash them constantly but so far I have not had issues with my most delicate in the laundry I have even been able to dry certain ones.
Those clothes you found were absolutely gorgeous! So glad they found their way to you. Great helpful hints, I use Woolite too. You are smart not to wash vintage in the washer, even on gentle cycle.
Thanks so much!
Very very nice Laci!! They look so sharp on you!!! You look so fab!!! 😀
Born in the 50s and it's nice to see you enjoy and take care of those lovely vintage fashions. I do remember wearing a poodle skirt with rick-rack trimmed blouse. They were a big hit at the church bazaars back in the early 50s for young girls. Johnny Cash would approve as well as the doctor in the house.
Oh how fun!
That's so fascinating! Thanks for sharing?
What is a church bazaar, I'd love to know?
Another amazing video and the very best part of Monday 😊 I'm so glad you posted this cuz I've always been afraid to purchase vintage clothing and textiles 😊
Ahh you are the sweetest!! Thank you.
That suit OMGS!!!
Mr. Cash was quite helpful! 💜
I absolutely love your videos and you use many of the same methods my mom taught me as a kid many, many years ago (which I still use to this day). My mom (may she rest in peace) mentioned to me that my great grama used a product called Energine on my great aunt's suits. It is a stain removing product and I believe was also used by dry cleaners of the time for spot removal. While it is no longer on the market you can still purchase it used on ebay. The one drawback is that it is a very strong chemical and in using with such old fabrics it may be too harsh on material that is now very delicate. Keep up the great work and remember that racism is not a value but rather a character flaw and the actual values of the 50's were quite wonderful. Home, family, community, morals, responsibility, church (which was an absolute cornerstone of every day 50's/60's life altho very rarely mentioned on the vintage channels for some reason). I really dislike the phrase "1950's style without 1950's values." I find it to be incorrect on a number of levels. We could only hope to bring back the genuine values of the '50's.
Love vintage neighborhood!
When it comes to very delicate clothing, I have a front loader so the wash is already very gentle, but I will set the washer to the Hand Wash Cycle, very mild, low to no spin, and everything comes out great.
I love your pink bathroom, my grandma has a pink bathroom all my life and I always loved it, also your cat is so cute! Great washing tutorial also! ❤️
Thank you! Yay for pink bathrooms!
Thank you so much for doing this video it was very helpful! I’ll definitely use these tips when I wash my vintage clothes. It was so cute when Johnny Cash used his paw to help
Yay! I’m so glad it was helpful. Haha yes! He’s such a good helper.
Laci Fay The Vintage Girl Next Door South Park movie reference young man did you say the f word🤣
So helpful! I have a handful of true vintage clothes that I’ve been afraid to wash myself... perhaps I’ll give this a try! And yes! Neighbour is a sweet idea❤️
I’m so glad it was helpful!! Thank you friend. You got this!
I really love your videos and I am so happy to watch your videos each week!! :) I am happy to be one of your "Vintage Neighbours" (from France)! :)
Efferdent is great for gently removing organic stains. You make a paste and put it on the stain. The mixture bubbles as is soaks, so it sort of gently “agitates” the stain as it soaks. It’s a trick I learned from a theatre costumer.
Is that denture cleaner?? Lol that’s awesome. Good to know!
Laci Fay The Vintage Girl Next Door yes!!!! But it works. And on stains you think will never come out. 😂
Laci you looked stunning in that beautiful suit,bet you where so excited the suit did fit xx❤️🙏🏻🇬🇧
I love your hair in this video sooooo much. It looks so amazing. *-*
Thanks so much! It’s super easy!!
I pick up lots of vintage linens and oxy clean is a life saver!
For sure!
Love the suit! And the dresses. 😊 I found this so helpful. Thank you for sharing!
I’m so glad! Thank you!
Lovely video lovely person it was a joy watching this video ... i loved the towel tips . Thanks .
Your tub is the same color as mine!! Thanks for the tips!
Thanks so much for this video! I learned so much. And I love being a vintage neighbor in your neighborhood!!!
Yay! I’m so glad! Ahh thank you ❤️
I love vocal kitters!!!