If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think of macrame as a particularly dirty craft. After all, it’s made up of colorful strands of yarn and string, right? But if you’ve ever tried to clean macrame after making it, you know that it can be a bit of a challenge. The yarn and string are often coated in dust and dirt, and they tend to cling to each other stubbornly. Fortunately, there are a few easy ways to clean macrame without having to resort to harsh chemicals or scrubbing tools. Here are four tips:

  1. Use warm water and soap. Start by soaking the macrame in warm water for several minutes, then scrub it with a mild soap. Be sure to work the soap into the fabric well; otherwise, the soap will just wash away without cleaning the fabric.
  2. Use a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment. If your macrame is relatively small (less than an inch wide), you can try using your vacuum cleaner with the hose attachment instead of the brushroll. Be sure to use caution when using this method; if your macrame is too delicate or thin, it could be damaged by too much suction power.
  3. Use boiling water and vinegar. Boil some water on the stove and add enough vinegar to make it slightly acidic (about 1 tablespoon vinegar per cup of water). Pour this mixture over the macrame and let it sit for several minutes before scrubbing with a soft cloth or sponge. Be careful not to burn yourself; vinegar can cause skin irritation if applied directly onto skin.
  4. Use baking soda and hot water. Combine one cup of baking soda with two cups of hot water in a bowl or container large enough to fit the macrame pieces comfortably (you may want to put some plastic wrap on top first). Soak the pieces for several minutes before ..