Wrap the gown in a 100% cotton sheet, padding the sleeves and creases with tissue paper to prevent thread breakage.Double-check Unwrap and check on your baby’s gown every once in a while, to ensure it has been properly preserved and no stains are developing.Your baby’s christening is a happy and unforgettable event, to be cherished for years to come. Hang and cover the christening gown.The christening gown should be stored clean. Take dry-clean-only items to a reputable dry cleaner familiar with clothing preservation. Hang the gown in your bedroom closet or place the gown in an acid-free box under your bed. Basements are generally too damp, and attics get too hot in the summer. Do not use bleach, whiteners, fabric softeners or starch.

Instruct the dry cleaner on any specific fabric or stain removal concerns.Your baby’s gown should be stored in a dry place that maintains a consistent temperature. Fabrics need to breathe to avoid fading or yellowing. Wire hangers should be avoided, because metal corrodes and can damage the fabric. Many christening gowns come with a bag made of plastic or vinyl, but such materials are not appropriate for long-term preservation. After hanging, the gown should be covered in a 100% cotton or muslin garment bag. The preservation bag you select should be made of all-natural cotton or muslin, without any bleaches, dyes or chemical. Avoid storing the gown in places where the temperature and humidity fluctuates. Rinse the garment repeatedly, with apertured tepid, distilled water, to remove all soap residues from the fabric. Before placing the gown into the box, pad the bottom and corners of the box with additional tissue paper.

You should not pack mothballs in the box. Avoid using the dryer or iron, as heat takes time off the life of the fabric. If you notice any stains or if you desire to reuse the gown, you should repeat each of the above steps prior to returning the gown to its bag or box. Also, be careful to avoid bags with zippers, snaps or other metal parts. Use a plastic or wooden hanger, padded with cotton or muslin. You can follow the following tips for preserving and protecting your child’s christening, baptism or blessing outfit: Clean and dry the christening gown. Pay careful attention to the instructions on the clothing tag. If it is necessary to box the gown, you should carefully select an acid-free cardboard box and acid-free tissue paper. Then, lay the garment out to dry in a way that minimizes creases in the fabric. Plastics exude chemicals over time, and vinyl will not allow the fabric of the gown to breathe. For ideal preservation, your baby’s gown should be hung in a wardrobe. Enzymatic detergents are preferred, because enzymes break down and remove stains more effectively. Store the christening gown in a climate-controlled environment. When you handle the gown, wear cotton gloves to avoid transfer of skin oils and dirt to the fabric. If dry cleaning is not required, you may hand wash the garment with a gentle detergent. However, the gown may be stored with lavender or some other natural moth repellant. After your baby wears his christening gown and accessories, be sure to memorialize the event by preserving the gown to be passed down and shared with future generations.

Fabric will weaken and wear along creases and folds, and hanging prevents the gown from creasing. If it is necessary to press the gown before storing, use a cool setting and cover any lace or embroidery with a cloth. Make sure there is enough space so that other items are not pressed into or placed on top of the gown. Preferably, the apertured gown should be stored in the main living area of your home, where you have the ability to control the climate. Friends and relatives will attend the ceremony to see your child presented in his beautiful christening gown. The bag should be large enough to store the gown without having to fold it or bunch it up. Babies are messy, and stains and body oils attract moths and can discolor fabric over time.

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