Check the fabric care label on the piece of stained clothing.

If jelly lands on fabrics labeled dry-clean-only, scrape off solids and blot away any moisture.

As soon as possible, head to thedry cleanerand point out and identify the stain.

How to Remove Jam & Jelly Stains

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Read on to learn how to remove jam and jelly stains from clothing, carpets, and upholstery.

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Rinse the fabric and blot it with a clean white cloth before air drying.

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If any color remains, repeat the cleaning solution.

Allow it to rest for a few minutes before blotting it with a clean white cloth.

Rinse the fabric and blot it with a clean white cloth before air drying.

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If any color remains, repeat the cleaning solution.

Always test in an inconspicuous spot before using these methods:

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Submerging a garment in an oxygen bleach solution

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Removing jam solids with a knife

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Blotting the stained area with a cleaning solution

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Rinsing the stained area with a new damp cloth

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Mixing a cleaning solution

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Vacuuming the carpet to lift the fibers

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