How to Restore a Wedding Veil
A wedding veil is used by many brides as a thematic and symbolic portion of the entire wedding gown ensemble. Though some brides use new veils, many opt for vintage, heirloom or used veils to add a touch of history to the event. Whether using your own wedding veil from your original wedding for a renewal of nuptials or wearing an old family classic; restoring the veil to a wearable condition takes time and attention to detail. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Lay the veil out on a table. Visually inspect the veil for rips, holes or tears. Use a needle and thread to sew closed all holes or to reattach the veil to the edges or seams. Make sure the veil can be repaired before proceeding with restoring the color and quality of the material. Attach rhinestones, beads or gemstones to larger holes to help conceal signs of aging, if necessary.
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Place the veil on a hangar in a room with a door. Set a bowl filled with one cup of white vinegar in the room and close the door. The vinegar will absorb any smells such as must and mildew. Remove the veil from the room and hang outdoors or close to an open window to further remove odor.
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Whiten a dingy veil, which has discolored over time, by soaking the veil in a mixture of white vinegar and whole milk. Depending on the size of your veil, mix equal parts of vinegar and milk. Soak the veil in the solution for one hour. Remove the veil, rinse with cold water and hang to dry.
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Tips & Warnings
Steam iron the veil the morning of your wedding by hanging the veil by clips on a hangar in a bathroom. Run your shower with hot water to build up steam in the bathroom. Allow the steam to naturally iron wrinkles out of the veil. Hang in a cool, airy location to dry before wearing.
Test an inconspicuous area of the veil before soaking the veil in any cleaning solution.
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