My beaded purse is dirty, how do I clean the beads?

I have a beaded purse and the beads are dirty on the edges and bottom of the purse. How do I clean the beads? I don't know if it's just dirty from dust or if it's something else. I had it hanging in the closet for years.
Thanks everyone.

Try using a soft headed toothbrush first dry then if that dosen't work try a tiny bit of water on it.Then hang to dry, remember do it gently as you don't want to rub off the beads or loosen any.

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3 Responses to “My beaded purse is dirty, how do I clean the beads?”

  1. Charmaine Says:
    May 19th, 2009 at 2:42 pm

    Try using a soft headed toothbrush first dry then if that dosen't work try a tiny bit of water on it.Then hang to dry, remember do it gently as you don't want to rub off the beads or loosen any.
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  2. fmogofas Says:
    May 19th, 2009 at 3:30 pm

    Providing the threads holding the beads are not rotten you can wash the purse in warm soapy water and if necessary use a very soft brush to clean the beads. Rinse well and dry flat so no tension on the threads.
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  3. Robin Says:
    May 19th, 2009 at 4:16 pm

    Use a clean makeup brush to sweep away loose dirt. Then use a soft rag moisten with rubbing alcohol to gently wipe the remaining dirt away.. Do not use water–it will loosen the thread
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