How to make your little teddy bear fluffy again: DIY Guide for Soft Plushies & Bag Charms
Every teen girl knows the comfort of a soft, fluffy teddy bear charm hanging from her backpack or bedpost. But after years of cuddles and adventures, your favorite mini plush companion might start looking a bit worse for wear—its fur clumpy, stiff, and tangled. Don’t worry! At Pocket Joy DIY, we’ve helped countless girls revive their beloved stuffed animals. One customer even restored her pink strawberry-themed teddy bear to its original softness using our step-by-step method. Here’s how you can do it too!
🔧Tools You’ll Need:
✅ Soft-bristle toothbrush (for initial detangling)
✅ Steel comb (to tackle stubborn knots)
✅ Eyebrow brush (to clean the remaining lint from the steel comb)
【Step-by-Step Guide】:
STEP 1: Start with Gentle Brushing
Use the soft-bristle toothbrush to gently brush the surface of your small pink teddy bear. This loosens surface dirt and lightly tangled fur. Think of it as a “warm-up” for deeper cleaning!
STEP 2: Deep Detangling with a Steel Comb
Direction Matters: First, comb the natural direction of the fur to align fibers. Then, gently comb against the grain to lift matted clumps (similar to grooming a dog’s coat!).
Work in Sections: Focus on areas like the bear‘s belly, ears, and paws, to avoid pulling the fabric.
STEP 3: Clean Your Tools
After each section, use the eyebrow brush to remove trapped fur from the steel comb. This prevents redepositing dirt onto your small plushie bear.
STEP 4: Repeat Until Fluffy Perfection
Persist until every knot is gone and your teddy’s fur regains its cloud-like softness.
⭐️Pro Tips⭐️:
💡 Wash Your Hands First: Avoid transferring oils or dirt to the toy.
💡 Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Stick to dry brushing; water can worsen matting.