Flosstube 615: LAVANDO LABORES SUCIAS -HEYBRUJILLIZA

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In this video, host Pil Hernandez (HeyBrujilliza) demonstrates how to wash long-term cross-stitch projects that have accumulated dirt and grime over the years. She shows two works-in-progress: a sunflower project she started in December 2020 and a Jesus Christ piece started in August of the previous year. Pil explains that both pieces have been handled and moved around a lot, so she decides to give them a gentle wash using dish soap to remove grease and dust without wringing or scrubbing too hard to avoid wrinkles or fabric distortion. She rinses them carefully, hangs them to dry, and notes that the fabric looks whiter afterwards. She also mentions that some pencil marks and paper tape may not come off completely but that they will be hidden by the frame. Pil invites viewers to share their own washing methods in the comments.

• Pil washes two long-term cross-stitch projects: a 6-year-old sunflower piece and a 1-year-old Jesus Christ piece.
• She uses dish soap in a bucket to remove grease and grime from the fabric.
• She avoids wringing the fabric to prevent wrinkles and shape loss.
• After rinsing and hanging to dry, the fabric looks visibly whiter.
• She notes that pencil marks and paper tape may remain but will be hidden by framing.
• She asks viewers to share their own washing methods in the comments.