SPENDING hard-earned cash on toys that your kids end up trashing can be frustrating.
If this sounds like a familiar scene in your home, fear not.
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With these simple tricks, you can have their playthings looking as good as new in a jiffy.
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Add a little product to a clean cloth and wipe over the stain. It should melt away before your eyes — leaving a shiny, clean toy.
NEW ’DO FOR DOLLS: If your little treasure has let their doll’s hair become matted and dirty, you can easily get it sleek and shiny again with fabric conditioner.
Massage a little liquid through the toy’s tresses until soaked, then leave in a bowl for at least an hour.
While the product is still in the hair, brush through with a wide-tooth comb, or a fine-tooth comb if it’s a smaller doll such as Barbie.
Then rinse out the conditioner with warm water.
Pat dry with a towel — don’t use a blowdryer as it can damage the hair.
PLUSH TOYS: Check the label on soft toys as you can often pop them in the washing machine for a freshen up.
For those you can’t, try vacuuming out dust and using a soapy cloth to help remove dirt.
You can also kill bugs such as dust mites on soft toys by putting them in a freezer overnight.
If the stuffing has come out, repad with scrunched-up socks. A few stitches should close any holes.
GET RID OF YELLOWING: White plastic can turn yellow with age, but baking soda can help restore its brilliance.
Create a paste with the cupboard staple by mixing it with a little water.
Use a cloth to spread this on the area you want to treat.
Leave to sit on the plastic for a few hours before wiping off with a clean, damp cloth.
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