How to get chewing gum out of clothes without damaging the fabric

The ice trick really works: freeze it, break it off, and dissolve the last bits with oil or vinegar.

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1. 1

   Put the garment in a plastic bag with the gum facing outward and freeze for at least 1 hour, until the gum is rock-hard.

2. 2

   Take it out and gently break or scrape the frozen gum loose with a butter knife or the edge of a spoon.

3. 3

   If a sticky residue remains, rub a drop of olive oil or peanut butter into the spot and let it sit for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Blot the oil away with a paper towel and pre-treat the remaining stain with a bit of dish soap.

5. 5

   Wash on the usual cycle; check before drying whether everything is really gone (the dryer sets any residue).

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