Doll Ski Outfit Care: Carlota Snowsuit and Swann Vest

Quick answer

Treat the Carlota snowsuit and Swann vest as two different materials: spot-clean the faux fur with a damp cloth and gentle soap, brush the corduroy dry, and air-dry both flat away from heat. Store them hanging or loosely folded so the pile and ridges are not crushed.

Step-by-step care for the Carlota snowsuit and Swann vest

1. Brush off loose dirt first: Use a soft brush or dry cloth to lift dust from the faux fur and corduroy before any moisture touches them. Common mistake: wiping dust into the pile, which pushes it deeper into the fibers. Always brush dry before spot cleaning.
2. Spot-clean the faux fur gently: Dampen a cloth with cool water and a small amount of mild soap, then dab the mark on the Carlota snowsuit without scrubbing. Rinse by dabbing with a clean damp cloth. Common mistake: rubbing back and forth, which mats the fur. Dab, do not rub, and test on a hidden area first.
3. Brush the corduroy dry: For the Swann vest, brush along the ridges with a soft brush to remove surface marks. Avoid soaking the thick corduroy. Common mistake: using a wet cloth across the whole vest, which flattens the ridges. Keep corduroy as dry as possible during cleaning.
4. Air-dry both pieces flat: Lay the snowsuit and vest flat on a clean towel away from radiators, direct sun, or a tumble dryer. Common mistake: hanging the faux fur wet, which stretches it, or drying corduroy near heat, which can set wrinkles. No heat, no dryer, no hanging while wet.
5. Store without crushing the pile: Once fully dry, hang the Carlota snowsuit or fold it loosely with the fur facing out, and store the Swann vest flat or rolled rather than under heavy items. Common mistake: packing winter clothes tightly, which leaves permanent creases in the faux fur and corduroy. Give each piece room so the texture recovers between uses.

Product facts

• Bambinis – Combinaison de ski Carlota en fausse fourrure beige: Faux fur ski suit for 47cm Minikane Bambinis dolls and babies, designed, developed, and made in France. The faux fur surface is the part most likely to mat, so clean it without rubbing and dry it away from heat.

  

• Bambinis – Gilet sans manches Swann en gros velours havane: Sleeveless Swann vest in thick corduroy for 47cm Minikane Bambinis dolls and babies, designed, developed, and made in France. Thick corduroy holds its shape but flattens when wet, so brush it dry and store it without heavy pressure.