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I have a backpack and cannot figure out how to take out the cardboard base before washing. Is there a trick to it or can it be left in?

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The backpack has a plastic base so it does not need to be removed.

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Does it matter what kind of vinegar?

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White distilled vinegar is what I use in my laundry. The vinegar smell goes away.

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What else can be used to clean the bag?

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Use a laundry stain remover and then wash the bag by hand or in the washer on the gentle cycle. Hang the bag to dry.

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Can I use Shout on my Vera Bradley bag in addition to vinegar?

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Yes, but I would first try to spot wash the stains with a little bit of hot water and dish soap. Then, spot wash with Shout. (That's what I did with my Vera Bradley and it turned out fine.)

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I have an old strawberry juice stain on my backpack. Will it come out if I follow these steps?

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Yes. Use a laundry stain remover and wash by hand or on gentle cycle in washer. Hang to dry.

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Besides vinegar, what else can I use to clean a Vera Bradley?

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Clean a soiled handbag with a light spray of OxiClean and gently scrub it in the sink. Rinse it quickly with cold water and pat the excess water away with a microfiber cloth or any absorbent cloth. Then, hang to dry.

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Will high heat damage my Vera Bradley bag?

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If you keep your purse in the sun or in overheated areas, the purse will begin to fade, especially the vintage purses. so you should keep them somewhere cool.

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How do I clean my Vera Bradley tote bag when I cannot remove the cardboard in the closing flaps on top?

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Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Hang on a hanger or drying rack to dry.

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How do I take out the cardboard without ripping it?

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There should be an opening for you to remove the cardboard from. If you turn the bag inside out it will be easier to remove the cardboard without ripping it.

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Can I put a Vera Bradley cosmetic case in the washing machine if it is lined with plastic?

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No, wash it by hand in the sink and hang it on a hanger to dry.

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I have a Vera Bradley iPad cover and would like to know how to clean the fabric. What should I do?

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Hand wash or machine wash gentle cycle with cold water. Hang to dry. Use a laundry stain remover and laundry detergent.

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How do I clean Vera Bradley Lunch Bags?

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Hand wash or machine wash on gentle cycle with cold water. Use laundry detergent and a stain remover. Hang item to dry.

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How to clean a Vera Bradley wallet?

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Hand wash in cold water and Woolite detergent. Hang on a hanger to dry. Keep it out of the sun so it does not fade.

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Can I use detergent on my cloth Vera Bradley backpack if I left wet clothes in it and want to prevent it from smelling bad?

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Use a damp cloth and gently wipe it. You can put a couple of tea bags inside as well.

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Can I hand wash clothes with Woolite and cold water?

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Yes, wash in sink in cold water. Place on a drying rack to dry. Keep out of sun to prevent fading.

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I can't seem to find how to remove the cardboard piece out from the bottom of the bag. Any ideas?

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Reach into the bag from the zipper pouch and if there is a pocket on the bottom, reach in and slide it out.

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