Melanie, may Your Sweet Spirit continue to be a Blessing to others who come to your Channel for Crochet patterns, tips, help and to just see your Beautiful face and hear your Kind voice again. May your Family be Well & Blessed with your Lovely Memory in their Hearts always! ❤💐🙏🏽
Thank you. I just finished a blanket for a gift and I do need to wash it and yes I am nervous. I will follow your directions. I feel a bit more at ease.
Perfect timing as I'm currently finishing up a baby blanket for a baby shower this weekend! Now I'm not so afraid to put it in the wash. (Also obsessed with your laundry room. OBSESSED.)
i use a microplastic-catching delicates bag from fashion first aid and it works like a charm! best part is you can use it for your other delicates as well while helping to rid the oceans of tiny plastic particles.
Watching this in Nov. 2019.. I just washed a crocheted baby blanket today by hand....but then I put it in a large zippered, mesh laundry bag & tossed it in my washing machine. I set it on "drain/spin". It spun most of the water out....then I draped it over a rack to air dry.When I give it to the new mom, I'm going to include the zippered, mesh laundry bag . I am sure the blanket can be machine washed if she'll put the blanket in the bag . That will protect it.
Thanks for this! I just barely finished an afghan for a Christmas gift and was worried about it drying in time to wrap! I have the same washer + dryer so I have more confidence getting this scary part done! Xo
I also have a washer with no agitator and it's wonderful! Also, if you are really worried about delicate work, try putting it in a lingerie bag. In my experience, it helps if you are concerned about snagging. Larger pieces I in in mesh laundry bags.
This is a lifesaver, I’ve got a beautiful crocheted blanket my nan made and it’s never been washed and I was terrified to wash it for fear of ruining it
Hi, just found your station. I couldn’t find any videos on cleaning and drying a completed blanket. I’m one of the scared ones lol. Thank you, this was very helpful!
Thank you sooo much .. washing my handmade items always scares me especially the crochet ones I don't want any of them to be ruined or messed up but now I have some courage ..thanks :D
This is perfect! I am making a blanket for a friend and was wondering what to do to wash it! For items with multiple colors, do you suggest anything different? (the colors in this blanket are mainly white, black, and a bit of orange along the outside)
Good info....especially the gentle or handwash cycle..If someone does have the no heat dryer line dry is the best....personally there are some things that never should go in the dryer...cotton it fades the colors in cotton..if your like me and don't have a washer...I handwash with shampoo from the dollar store...and if its itchy or scratchy yarn soak in hair conditioner.....raise..roll in towel and line dry....p.s. love your laundry room 😍 rock on..
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your tips! I got a crocheted blanket from a lady I was close to. Anyways I want to take good care of it but I think it feels like cotton but I’m not quite sure. I would like to wash it but not sure how. My question is would I treat cotton different?
I use a fishnet bag to wash all my crochet items, I wash on cold delicate in a Front loading washer and dry on low, if the garment is 100% cotton, I let those air dry. 😁👍🏼
I am another Melanie. I found an abandoned baby blanket I had started ten years ago. It had stains of some kind. I put powdered oxy clean in it and it came out stain free. Thanks for your helpful video.
Any tips on bringing a crochet blanket back to life? Lol I washed mine in a front load washer with mild detergent and let air dry. Synthetic fibers I believe. I have done this a few times with no issues. However, this time it is like all the fullness is out of it and it is more of a net than a blanket. Any tips?
How do you like your washer? I have an older Kenmore without the agitator and have loved this type of washer. But I've been eyeing this Samsung with that hand wash insert to replace it. Is the hand wash insert awkward or useful?
Every time I make a blanket before I give it away I always wash it. But I find out what the parents used to wash the item in. That way if the parent has sensitive skin there is no irritation from them holding it. Plus I can make some to sell and this is the way that I can check the quality of my stitches.
i just crocheted my first blanket, and it is a puff stitch blankets so there are a lot of loose puffs. and it is very heavy so i don’t know how it’ll do. i’m very scared!!
HEY MEL. I JUST WASHED A VERY OLD KNITTED & CROCHET BLANKET IN COLD WATER. SADLY TO SAY IT DIDNT TURN OUT LIKE I THOUGHT IT WOULD. I EVEN STUCK INSIDE A PILLOW CASE. 😢😢
Hi Melanie, I made a baby blanket out of Bernat baby blanket yarn as a gift for a new mommy and baby. I'm worried about my ends coming out when she tries to wash it. Suggestions?
omg the coin noises ur machines make are sofa king sweet! is that the default sound or is that all custom?! i want some mario coin sound washer/dryer ahh! sure would make it that much funner yah wah hoo! thx for vid too i have this huge last airbender blankey my mom made and was scared to wash it
Hi Melanie! Thanks a lot for your wonderful videos! I have a suggestion for you... I would really like to learn how to do a crochet racer back for a tank top or a dress. Maybe it could be an idea for an upcoming video! :) Thanks again, have a great day!
What should I do if I got the super fluffy and soft yarn 🧶 and I hand crocheted it without a hook it’s a gift for my friend that’s having a baby and I want to wash it
What if you don't know what the blankets made of. My grandma made it years ago I just have one tiny spot on it and I don't think shed know what she used
I have a big blanket that I made using the Mainstays chunky yarn so it’s a chunky blanket and I’m not sure if I should use a machine or hand wash it because I made it a few months ago and I have no labels so I looked it up but I had different answers either saying to hand wash or machine wash so if anyone has the same yarn and knows please help🙂
Look viewers,I've been CROCHETING for over 30 years; 1: Don't wash the afghan more than 2x's a year-max( these are afghan big enough for a Queen-California king size bed. 2: I've always used Tide and washed on regular cycle,and WARM WATER, NOT HOT! 3: Dry on regular,or high heat for no longer than .30 minutes. That's it. No frills. Now if it's a baby blanket, listen to this lady.
What if its a pillow that has a crochet case on it? I know how to wash the yarn just not sure how to wash the pillow itself, the pillow can not be taken out of the crocheted case .. help please
I have 2 questions. 1). Are you not worried about fabric softener and allergies in babies? Is your fabric softener fragrance also? 2). Why don’t you turn the door on your dryer to face the other direction so that it is more accessible?
I've got an Afghan that my grandmother made I'm scared to wash it because I'm afraid to put it Into the dryer I'm not sure what yarn was used I can't ask her because she passed away when I was younger I've only washed the doilies on my table I'm scared to
Love this video! Would Tide pods be too harsh on a 100% acrylic blanket? Also, it's three different colors, one of which is white, would the other two colors bleed to the white if I washed it? Thanks in advance!(:
It shouldn't bleed, but if you are using hand died or hand painted yarn then you may need to prewash that yarn before putting it into a project that will have multiple yarn types. ;)
Great tips Mel! How do you like your washer and dryer? We are in the market for a new set soon and I was wondering your opinion. This is Sara from Growing Stitches btw;) Where did you get your top too btw?
If it's a small blanket, you can wash it in a large delicates bag. If it's a larger blanket, many washers have a handwash or a wool setting. Generally, these cycles are even more gentle than the delicate cycle. Lastly, you can machine down ends to prevent them from unraveling, although a really secure end should not need machine stitching.
Video was sort of helpful, but annoyingly excessive. If you’re looking for a quick, direct, to the point video....this is not it. I got so annoyed with all of the excessive information about the washer, dryer and laundry room that I bounced off to find another video.
I always use a pillow case for my crochet items on light wash. And tumble dry on very low heat. They always come out perfect.
Great tip!
When u throw it in the dryer do you leave it in the pillowcase too?
Bernice Henson do you leave it in the pillow case when you put it in the dryer??
Yes
Thanks I don’t have to watch the video :))
Melanie, may Your Sweet Spirit continue to be a Blessing to others who come to your Channel for Crochet patterns, tips, help and to just see your Beautiful face and hear your Kind voice again. May your Family be Well & Blessed with your Lovely Memory in their Hearts always! ❤💐🙏🏽
Thank you for keeping these videos circulating, Melanie’s work is absolutely amazing.
May she Rest In Peace 🙏🏼 God’s blessings 💗🦋
Thank you. I just finished a blanket for a gift and I do need to wash it and yes I am nervous. I will follow your directions. I feel a bit more at ease.
Sweet Melanie - still helping me figure out crochet and quilting stuff. What a legacy you left. RIP 💔
She is no more??? 😮
Wait what happened
Perfect timing as I'm currently finishing up a baby blanket for a baby shower this weekend! Now I'm not so afraid to put it in the wash. (Also obsessed with your laundry room. OBSESSED.)
i use a microplastic-catching delicates bag from fashion first aid and it works like a charm! best part is you can use it for your other delicates as well while helping to rid the oceans of tiny plastic particles.
Thanks for the video. My Nana made me several of these many years ago. She is long gone but most important to me. Thanks!
Watching this in Nov. 2019.. I just washed a crocheted baby blanket today by hand....but then I put it in a large zippered, mesh laundry bag & tossed it in my washing machine. I set it on "drain/spin". It spun most of the water out....then I draped it over a rack to air dry.When I give it to the new mom, I'm going to include the zippered, mesh laundry bag . I am sure the blanket can be machine washed if she'll put the blanket in the bag . That will protect it.
Rest in peace and heaven Melanie, you're missed!
You shure 😮
Love her! I’m so glad that she made these videos ❤️
Thank you Melanie for making this video. ❤
Thank you for this video! Super helpful. I'm making my niece a blanket and wondered about this! Definitely subscribed.
So many really helpful tips!! Thanks, Melanie!! 👀👏🏼💞
Thanks for this! I just barely finished an afghan for a Christmas gift and was worried about it drying in time to wrap! I have the same washer + dryer so I have more confidence getting this scary part done! Xo
Thanks for the reminder that wear is a byproduct of your crocheted items being used and loved. :-)
I miss Melanie's live tutorials.
so if and when you hand wash do you also use a fabric softener as well? I want my crocheted blankets to stay soft if possible.
I also have a washer with no agitator and it's wonderful! Also, if you are really worried about delicate work, try putting it in a lingerie bag. In my experience, it helps if you are concerned about snagging. Larger pieces I in in mesh laundry bags.
+Anna Gagnon great tip!
+Melanie Ham me encatan todos tus videos , los podrias hacer en español ?? gracias ..
Obsessed with that washer and dryer. Ugh one day I'll get my hands on them lol 😊
This is a lifesaver, I’ve got a beautiful crocheted blanket my nan made and it’s never been washed and I was terrified to wash it for fear of ruining it
Thank you so much Melanie for this video tutorial. It really helps!
Rest easy miss Melanie. 💐 Sweet lady
Hi, just found your station. I couldn’t find any videos on cleaning and drying a completed blanket. I’m one of the scared ones lol. Thank you, this was very helpful!
Thank you sooo much ..
washing my handmade items always scares me especially the crochet ones
I don't want any of them to be ruined or messed up
but now I have some courage ..thanks :D
This really made me feel more confident about washing my afghan my great grandma made.
This is perfect! I am making a blanket for a friend and was wondering what to do to wash it!
For items with multiple colors, do you suggest anything different? (the colors in this blanket are mainly white, black, and a bit of orange along the outside)
Good info....especially the gentle or handwash cycle..If someone does have the no heat dryer line dry is the best....personally there are some things that never should go in the dryer...cotton it fades the colors in cotton..if your like me and don't have a washer...I handwash with shampoo from the dollar store...and if its itchy or scratchy yarn soak in hair conditioner.....raise..roll in towel and line dry....p.s. love your laundry room 😍 rock on..
Thank you so much. I had thought about using Woolite to wash my blankets, I have 2 that i will be sending out.
Thank you for this video. We miss you very much. May you be resting in peace. ❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much for this video
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your tips! I got a crocheted blanket from a lady I was close to. Anyways I want to take good care of it but I think it feels like cotton but I’m not quite sure. I would like to wash it but not sure how. My question is would I treat cotton different?
This was really helpful because I was just talking to my mom about this
Thanks! Received an afghan as a gift and had no idea what to do!
I use a fishnet bag to wash all my crochet items, I wash on cold delicate in a Front loading washer and dry on low, if the garment is 100% cotton, I let those air dry. 😁👍🏼
Very helpful, thank you.
I am another Melanie. I found an abandoned baby blanket I had started ten years ago. It had stains of some kind. I put powdered oxy clean in it and it came out stain free. Thanks for your helpful video.
Thx for all the useful information n explanation.
Thank you. I have been scared to wash my items in the machine, but thanks to you I won't be any longer. :)
I love this video, very helpful.
Thank you, I was really scared to wash the blanket my mom made for me. She lives across the country and this blanket is the only thing I have from her
Hi, Melanie. That blanket looks absolutely adorable. I have a question: what was your favorite Christmas memory? Have a lovely day, Melanie. 💖💖💖
I miss her, RIP 😢
Any tips on bringing a crochet blanket back to life? Lol I washed mine in a front load washer with mild detergent and let air dry. Synthetic fibers I believe. I have done this a few times with no issues. However, this time it is like all the fullness is out of it and it is more of a net than a blanket. Any tips?
have you ever washed multiple projects (with sane washing instructions) for the first time together? are you worried about the colors running?
awesome 'Thank You" hugs
This video was really helpful! thank you
awesome tfs I have always been scared to wash crocheted items because I didn't want it to come undone
I'm glad it was helpful!
Thanks for the video.
How do you like your washer? I have an older Kenmore without the agitator and have loved this type of washer. But I've been eyeing this Samsung with that hand wash insert to replace it. Is the hand wash insert awkward or useful?
Every time I make a blanket before I give it away I always wash it. But I find out what the parents used to wash the item in. That way if the parent has sensitive skin there is no irritation from them holding it. Plus I can make some to sell and this is the way that I can check the quality of my stitches.
i just crocheted my first blanket, and it is a puff stitch blankets so there are a lot of loose puffs. and it is very heavy so i don’t know how it’ll do. i’m very scared!!
Damn I miss her so much❤️
Ong what happened to her!? I’m just finding her and loving her!!
@@melodinhaggray941 She went through a series of unfortunate events that ultimately took her life .Very very sad .RIP sweet Melanie😢
@@Aliyah_ckwow she’s so freaking sweet and amazing
HEY MEL. I JUST WASHED A VERY OLD KNITTED & CROCHET BLANKET IN COLD WATER. SADLY TO SAY IT DIDNT TURN OUT LIKE I THOUGHT IT WOULD. I EVEN STUCK INSIDE A PILLOW CASE. 😢😢
Thanks Melanie!!
Thank you so much my mom made this beautiful blanket and I've been scared to wash it
Hi Melanie, I made a baby blanket out of Bernat baby blanket yarn as a gift for a new mommy and baby. I'm worried about my ends coming out when she tries to wash it. Suggestions?
Fantastic
so helpful thank you :)
omg the coin noises ur machines make are sofa king sweet! is that the default sound or is that all custom?! i want some mario coin sound washer/dryer ahh! sure would make it that much funner yah wah hoo! thx for vid too i have this huge last airbender blankey my mom made and was scared to wash it
Hi Melanie! Thanks a lot for your wonderful videos! I have a suggestion for you... I would really like to learn how to do a crochet racer back for a tank top or a dress. Maybe it could be an idea for an upcoming video! :) Thanks again, have a great day!
What should I do if I got the super fluffy and soft yarn 🧶 and I hand crocheted it without a hook it’s a gift for my friend that’s having a baby and I want to wash it
Do you have a video on weaving in ends? It's what i have most trouble with. Thanks:)
Great info, thanks so much. Off to wash some now :-)
What if you don't know what the blankets made of. My grandma made it years ago I just have one tiny spot on it and I don't think shed know what she used
Thx u, also i want the washer and dryer because it sound like when u get a super mario coin
I have a big blanket that I made using the Mainstays chunky yarn so it’s a chunky blanket and I’m not sure if I should use a machine or hand wash it because I made it a few months ago and I have no labels so I looked it up but I had different answers either saying to hand wash or machine wash so if anyone has the same yarn and knows please help🙂
thank you
Do you ever block things I have an acrylic blanket with stretched stitches.
Look viewers,I've been CROCHETING for over 30 years; 1: Don't wash the afghan more than 2x's a year-max( these are afghan big enough for a Queen-California king size bed.
2: I've always used Tide and washed on regular cycle,and WARM WATER, NOT HOT!
3: Dry on regular,or high heat for no longer than .30 minutes. That's it. No frills.
Now if it's a baby blanket, listen to this lady.
I used an acrylic yarn along with a little bit of wool throughout the blanket the wool says to hand wash is it still safe for the washer and dryer?
Megan m. Idk the washer cold water and most delicate setting but do NOT use the dryer!!
I have a blanket that crocheted by my great grandmother in the 1920's. Any thoughts on how to wash this. A cat urinated on it.
What if its a pillow that has a crochet case on it? I know how to wash the yarn just not sure how to wash the pillow itself, the pillow can not be taken out of the crocheted case .. help please
I have 2 questions. 1). Are you not worried about fabric softener and allergies in babies? Is your fabric softener fragrance also? 2). Why don’t you turn the door on your dryer to face the other direction so that it is more accessible?
Can you please make a sewing tutorial on a simple blanket
I've got an Afghan that my grandmother made I'm scared to wash it because I'm afraid to put it Into the dryer I'm not sure what yarn was used I can't ask her because she passed away when I was younger I've only washed the doilies on my table I'm scared to
Thank you! I am on the look out to purchase a new washer and dryer set. Love Samsung products. What is the model name of the set you have? :)
I can't fathom why you wouldn't just air dry your crochet items. Are you in that much of a rush?
Wow, you are beautiful. Sorry if that's creepy. Thanks for the great advice for my new blanket.
How can you wash a blanket that has a ribbon laced around the edges?
Love this video! Would Tide pods be too harsh on a 100% acrylic blanket? Also, it's three different colors, one of which is white, would the other two colors bleed to the white if I washed it? Thanks in advance!(:
It shouldn't bleed, but if you are using hand died or hand painted yarn then you may need to prewash that yarn before putting it into a project that will have multiple yarn types. ;)
Melanie Ham how do I go about hand washing it? I'm really nervous about the dark colors bleeding into the light colors...
Our washer does not have a gentle cycle. How do I hand wash?
i have never owned or used a washing machine. so what do i do????
Great tips Mel! How do you like your washer and dryer? We are in the market for a new set soon and I was wondering your opinion. This is Sara from Growing Stitches btw;)
Where did you get your top too btw?
Hey Sara! I have liked my washer and dryer a lot! No complains so far! My top is from my friend Carly's online shop called Carly Jean Los Angeles ;)
Thank you for letting me know:) I know you are a busy gal! Have a great day!
tys
what about bernat yarn blankets? im so afraid to wash it in machine because it fluffs off when i weaved it in
If it's a small blanket, you can wash it in a large delicates bag. If it's a larger blanket, many washers have a handwash or a wool setting. Generally, these cycles are even more gentle than the delicate cycle. Lastly, you can machine down ends to prevent them from unraveling, although a really secure end should not need machine stitching.
Does it hurt the if you bleach on it
I wash mine in a mesh laundry bag
my mom says to wash them in a silk pillowcase to stop fuzz balls from creating
+Luv you can absolutely do that :)
What of hand wash
does it mess up appliquets that are made with yarn and put on items?
What detergents are mild??
Laci Kaix baby detergnt or woolite
I'll just wash mine once a month or 2. 😬
that not a washer its a freaking computer
Video was sort of helpful, but annoyingly excessive. If you’re looking for a quick, direct, to the point video....this is not it. I got so annoyed with all of the excessive information about the washer, dryer and laundry room that I bounced off to find another video.
If you didnt like it why'd wast you'er time to write a rude coment.
@@ashleymiranda5188to give their opinion
Shes giving you a heart from heaven ❤
She's hot