[HOW TO] WASH A FURSUIT

[@bowheartt]

Another tip: be cautious when lifting a wet body suit - the water makes it heavy and could pop a seam!

[@K4R0M11]

thank u very much! im currently still a kid (under 13) so i would need this info for the future when i do end up making a fursuit and you guys prob are like “why dont you commission one?” its a skulldog fursuit so technically you r forced to make it

[@Flair258]

Kuromi, can I just say, for someone under 13, you sound like a pretty responsible person for actually looking into these things so you dont do something wrong, miss a step, or endanger yourself and or others in attempting to make a fursuit, or just have one in general. I respect you. Not even teenagers are always that responsible, nor always think ahead before trying to do something, and I say that as a 14 year old.

[@Ecstacy333]

@@K4R0M11 you can actually commision a skully, certain makers do skulldog heads only

[@roboteacat]

Yeah, maybe one could fold the suit and pick it up with both hands instead of just dragging it with one. I don’t have one so this is just an idea, if this is incorrect, please tell.

[@bowheartt]

@@roboteacat yeah thats smart! squeeze as much water out as possible then fold it :)

[@Darkmodesinz]

Is nobody gonna talk about the way it looks like the tail actually looked like it was taken off the body? Like wow the detail

[@Neffertity]

Yup! Little details. ^_^

[@flighttohollis6001]

Ye that's her signature for tails it's really cool

[@spellowdino8855]

She always does that! 😻

[@maxiefurreal3735]

I know right it’s amazing! ✨✨✨

[@ShadowtheSillyShark]

@@Neffertity the green machine I like that

[@dragongamerrylucius]

Fascinating. Didn't realize how much maintenance is required to maintain cleanliness for all fursuit parts. Btw, love your thumbnail, which is both funny and fact. XD

[@SkylarGem]

I have known most fursuit owners that they have to cover up the eyes so it doesn’t damage or wetting the eyes paint design.

[@Neffertity]

Yes, that helps avoid the paint bleeding. :)

[@scythescythe884]

i learned of someone who made the japanese style, multi layered eyes that he just pops out of his suit. he 3D printed brackets that are sewn inside the head

[@Neffertity]

@@scythescythe884 that sounds so cool!

[@ann6442]

@@Neffertity plz do a tut on is but apt way plz

[@stay_comfy]

@@ann6442 You don't need to do anything special, just shove a whole bunch of paper towels in the eye sockets and take care to not douse them completely in water

[@Emperor-Quill]

Hot tip for more delicate pieces: Invest in mesh washing bags! It'll keep long fur from snagging anywhere and ripping, it'll protect your seams, and overall, it's just a good thing to have, even outside of fursuiting.

[@stay_comfy]

How do you use it? Do you just put the suit inside and then wash like normal?

[@LemonLimePawz]

pillow cases work too :)

[@asher3112]

I'll be saving this for when I get a full suit/ a suit

[@irohanijiue6780]

How about you go get yourself a life too instead of judging people. Smh furry haters.

[@asher3112]

@@irohanijiue6780 me or them?

[@asher3112]

@@MixedBeauty01 If I didn't have a life I would have responded 4 hours ago, I had school, and I will have school till June of 2022 then I'll be off for a few months, then I'll go back.

[@pilesofkittens]

@@irohanijiue6780 What? I don't think they're making fun of furries.

[@kingasnow2619]

Ya same lol

[@Songal18]

If I ever get a fursuit this cleaning always intimidates me because I never know what's washable and what isn't and the extra steps to keep them super fluffy and clean. Thank you for making a well detailed cleaning video.

[@w0lf.x]

"the nose tends to get booped alot at conventions"THATS SO CUTE OML

[@breadlizard6459]

Yes it is so very important to keep them clean! Helps with the longevity of the suit but dirty suits are very gross lol. I do pretty much the same process as you as my handpaws and bodysuits are machine washable. I make my tails machine washable too as I have a hidden zipper so you can take the stuffing out and wash.

[@_.skyyblue._]

Oh that’s cool!

[@TapperPlushMom]

...Okay, I need to ensure that my eventual corset that holds extra arms can have the arms removed - and have the "skin" removed from the arms - so that everything can be washed. I was going to have the arms permanently attached to the corset for strength, but I forgot about the hygiene angle. Thanks for this information, I'll be sure to include "How To Clean And Care For This Costume" in my calculations as I make my stuff. (That's an easy thing to forget in all the hype of "How To Make This Costume Look AWESOME".)

[@ovens52]

me watching this knowing i don't even own a fur suit😂😂😂

[@R0ttingS3len0phile]

Same I own a dino mask and have a few cardboard heads, so they aren't considered fursuits 😖👌

[@queeny5613]

I'm not even a furry but her videos are addicting

[@Flair258]

Smokey you shouldn't wear those cardboard heads. They aren't actually safe. (There are some videos that explain why if you search youtube)

[@corvidzcorpse_]

same but I do want one lol

[@Roadkill7070]

Ay, you'll never know when you'll need this information. I plan on making a skulldog head, so no fursuit, but I'm still watching this

[@FelineFineArt]

I only have a partial and haven't properly washed my pieces yet (i plan to closer to con time, though), but I use a detangling brush instead of a slicker brush to brush out the fur on my pieces. It seems to give a similar result with less loss of fur. :3

[@therapysession4284]

The amount of effort you put into your suits is amazing!! I love your work so much :) so talented

[@Neffertity]

Thank you for appreciating it. ^_^

[@MercuryMillions]

Having a dehumidifier near your air drying space is also a good idea

[@theblackkat2164]

This is highly satisfying to watch. I can imagine how fluffy and nice smelling it is afterwards!

[@ThatBitty]

I’m currently making a new fursuit and I didn’t know how I was gonna wash it- but when i saw this I was super relieved

[@milesmoraleskinnie]

BITTY??? anyway how's the fursuit looking, i wanna see it 👀/silly

[@ThatBitty]

@ WHO ARE YOU- HOW DID YOU FIND ME 😭😭😭

[@milesmoraleskinnie]

😈

[@Crystal_the_wol134]

ADORABLE CAT ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@adoream4291]

I love to watch these~ It really helps people like me who plan to get a suit one day thank you soo much uwu

[@octoepics9565]

The editing on this video is *N O I C E*

[@InsectRumpelfan]

I always use my bathtub, and every time I wash my fursuit in the tub, my arms hurt! But when you do it in the tub most of the time, it's not that bad. I also have a Honeywell fan that I got for free, it's amazing.

[@Neffertity]

I used to do it in the tub as well before I made my bodysuits washing machine safe. :)

[@cospaws8810]

@@Neffertity What made them unsafe to machine wash before?

[@Catsyess]

I’m so glad I found u. I’m definitely thinking of getting my own full body suit and I want to buy one from u! And I’m so glad u post tutorials!! :D

[@sublime_skully7852]

Absolutely saving this for when I get my skulldog

[@Msci.recordlabel]

She is an amazing person!

[@maxiefurreal3735]

This will be extremely useful for when I get a fur suit! Thank you for making this video! ❤️❤️❤️

[@AngelDust666]

The suite looks amazing! Glad I found your channel!

[@midnitethedsixl4601]

I'm not even a furry and never will be, I just wondered how yall are supposed to keep those beautiful wearable pieces of art clean XD Pretty character ^^

[@emmpoleon]

saving for when i get a full suit. someday

[@jello_the_dasp2681]

Poggers in the many years of the process of get a suit for my sona imma save this video ;3 Thank u

[@AcidicBattery]

Thanks for the tutorial, this will hopefully come in handy soon

[@Shyyshepherd]

ty your video was super helpful! Especially the part with cleaning with the bissel inside the head I was curious about that. Thanks again for the helpful video

[@Jayy987]

This is super helpful and easy to follow! It would also be cool to know how to wash raptor masks with feathers on them.

[@Neffertity]

I can probably do a video on that in the future

[@what.the.hell.is.a.handle]

Im very sad your tt was banned, but great to see your active again on yt!! Always loved your work, hope your still open to commissions when im older so i can buy a fursuit! Ive loved you since i was 8. Stay safe!!

[@Neffertity]

If anything, being banned from tiktok allows me to promote KZbin more, which is (for the most part) a better platform.

[@what.the.hell.is.a.handle]

@@Neffertity i agree! Also I’m having a mini celebration you replied- 😂 I’ve mostly preferred youtube over tiktok, because its a greater platform and a bit less toxic than tiktok.

[@julielord6488]

I appreciate your educational videos this will help me for when I finally get my fursuit

[@cybersword1758]

Hey Neffertiti! Could you maybe do a tutorial on the easiest/best way for a beginner to make a fursuit head? Please and thank you! (BTW I love your fursuits, they look so good!)

[@Neffertity]

Currently working on one.

[@cybersword1758]

@@Neffertity Yay! Thank you so much!

[@carikounkel7805]

Thank you so so much for this video! I was relieved how thorough your instructions were, and that you covered each part of the suit. Once I get my Partial pieces, I can keep them nice and fresh after wearing them for a good long time :D

[@Johanna_of_Ritterwald]

A beautiful tutorial!!! I wish more makers had tutorials for resina bases ;0; Washing my girl takes DAYS the way I do it LOL

[@Neffertity]

I actually plan to film a tutorial for resin base care in the near future! ^_^ One of mine needs some TLC

[@Johanna_of_Ritterwald]

@@Neffertity I definitely look forward to that one!

[@MaidKiki]

This is so helpful, thank you! Would it work to use a front-loading washer as well? My washer also automatically loads the soap after the stuff is inside, so I'm not sure if it's too risky to do it that way

[@Neffertity]

It should be the same, but I've never owned a front loader

[@autummmack1644]

I've been SO scared to put my suit in the washing machine as mine also has the agitator (however you spell it) in the middle, I've heard mixed things about whether or not if it'd be a safe process! But after seeing this video, I think I have the confidence to wash my suit in the washing machine versus the tub! I've always used my little green machine!

[@Neffertity]

As long as the stitching is solid, I've never had any issues. But turning the suit inside out can help mitigate any issues.

[@autummmack1644]

@Neffertity The stitching has been really good and I've had the suit since 2017 or 2018 without any issues! I've always used the little green machine to wash it, but now I'm gonna try the washer!

[@grandma9604]

I love this

[@floor1020]

cant wait till i make mine- hope this will come to use in the future :)

[@MatchaAndFriends_official]

Thank you so much! I will make sure to remember this when i make a fursuit around Halloween!

[@laminotos4456]

thanks for the tutorial! your tutorials are always super easy to follow and understand, i can't wait to see more content from you!!

[@fnaffurry303]

This is a video I was looking for, for so long cause soon im gonna start making my own fursuit and first

[@wolfy._theimpostoruwu.-1483]

OMG HI NEFERTITY I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS 😁 I've never been first before so I'm rlly excited :3

[@Poosai447]

Thanks for the advice!

[@Clementinewoofwoof]

Ngl love this Dutchie!, I hope to see more of them^~^

[@Neffertity]

I definitely plan to post some of the skits i saved

[@dunkie4144]

You are a lifesaver! Thank you!

[@nicolasgomes6881]

Thank you for the tips. I am Planing too get a furrsuit myself of my boy Bronco and now i know how too wash him 👍😇

[@sharkbait9603]

Thank you Also i really love that fursuit!

[@Kilosuits06]

Yay, this will really help me when i have my suit, thank you ♡

[@sushidrawz8440]

Super helpful! Thanks! 💕💕

[@Lily-zk5yy]

thank you i needed one of these videos thank you Neffertity^^!!

[@stuffedtailsfursuits]

Thank you so much for sharing your method!

[@iamnotkyoote]

This is great! I plan on making and selling fursuits soon on etsy :D

[@Neffertity]

I personally don't recommend using Etsy. It treats its sellers horribly and takes massive chunks of your profits.

[@iamnotkyoote]

@@Neffertity okey, thx for the advice. Do you recommend any other platforms?

[@Neffertity]

@@iamnotkyoote I personally recommend thedealersden.com

[@iamnotkyoote]

@@Neffertity awesome! :3

[@dayyroze]

I was just going to ask about this! Tysm

[@leonacorneliustoussaint5974]

You're like- my idol and inspiration! I love how you're always so fun and positive in your videos ^w^

[@werwolfy999]

Thank you for this video this helps me a lot!

[@leoneyamada5408]

great information, cant wait till i have enough for my own. but its gonna be a while until leone is actually made because its probably gonna cost around $1000-2000.... fursuits are surprisingly expensive and hard to keep clean

[@animationsisters2466]

When you were removing the wings and stuff from keaanu I noticed behind you the blue mermaid fins I have the exact same things, same color, except mine are in much worse condition (meaning I shouldn’t still have them they’re like 5 years old)

[@Neffertity]

That's the Mermaid Linden monofin. It's a professional grade safe to swim monofin.

[@animationsisters2466]

@@Neffertity huh! Well i couldn’t see it very well but it looked a lot like my old one I love your suits by the way you’ve inspired me a lot in making my own ^^

[@mcmoozack]

I've always wondered about this.

[@frozenmawx]

Bruh I’m making a fursuit soon and I was wondering this Tysm!

[@TheOfficialDorianelevator]

1:35 what about people with front-loading washers ? its not possible to put the detergent first on these, as they have a drawer to put it in unless you use a pod.

[@Neffertity]

The drawer loading spot should work fine. You just wanna avoid dumping the detergent directly on the suit.

[@TheOfficialDorianelevator]

@@Neffertity thanks for the info, so if one day i get a suit in the future, i will use this tip.

[@owlspots4762]

LOL the cat in the beginning like- “ *and now, this is my impression of a crowbar.* “

[@Neffertity]

Lol

[@darkshad0wstudi0s]

Thanks for the tutorial help!, I always wondering how to wash one of these since I‘be been thinking about trying to get one.

[@CelestiaR]

ty im saving up for a fursuit so this will help alot (i may commision neffertiti, skyehigh studios or make one myself!)

[@swasoi5070]

I’ll definitely have to take note of the way to brush while wet, same goes for the laundry settings. Also was that a Monofin I saw in the background?

[@Neffertity]

Yup! The Mermaid Linden one

[@誰でもない-i4w]

Tysm

[@RaffFurry]

gracias por los consejos

[@OfficialKillerSans]

I have that exact same small fan!! ❤

[@Lunar.shxdee]

This is sooo helpful!

[@Louiz237]

Looks good.

[@Lokibirdie]

I found a video on you making paws, now im addicted to watching.

[@sunnybun6969]

Oooh~~ this was really interesting~~😯✨

[@Sophie-mcgonagle12]

I’m only watching bc it’s satisfying

[@sosopa_valecrim]

omg thanks

[@emma-xd3mo]

I love all of your videos!! I was very sad when you got banned from TikTok and i hope you will be able to get back on:)

[@katiemorin95]

very helpful!

[@kittyqveen3249]

3:25 Lol “Mother, plz* 😂🤣

[@zeepaladin9601]

Oh hey I have that exact fan in my bedroom. neat

[@FjrnVR]

It's all cause you was suiting in central Florida which is basicly as hot as the surface of the sun ,but it's on fire. It was very nice meeting you in the headless lounge (I was the tall protogen with the shark tail)

[@Neffertity]

Ahhhh yes I remember you! Hopefully you're doing well. ^_^

[@FjrnVR]

@@Neffertity Realistically suiting in Florida is a different game cause even our winters are like most others places summer. I see so many really awesome full suits and all I can think is "that's a fur oven". Anyhow thanks for so many useful tutorials. Hope you come back next year.

[@sand6911]

This is so helpfull

[@lovietheangeldutchdragon1632]

Omg thank you I need this tip 😅🤣

[@madskywolf7067]

I have adhd and I think this video getting recommended to me is gonna make me go into another hyper fixation with fursuiting again

[@Floxxxxxy]

Great tutorial!

[@areyoufurwheels6843]

For your body suit, I highly recommend a wet suit dryer to blow air inside your suit for faster drying (if you didn't already know) happy to send ya what I use :)

[@Neffertity]

Those work amazingly well

[@floofyworld]

Thank you for this! Just wondering, how do you make your wings removable? How do they attach to the bodysuit? I’ve made a foam base for wings similar to your wing tutorial, but I’m not sure how to smoothly transition the wings into the bodysuit

[@Neffertity]

I'll kinda go over that in the bodysuit tutorial I'm posting next week.

[@nightwingb0128]

Can you do a video on how you made the leg stuffing pouches?

[@n0_0ne_important95]

I just have one question I am Farley new to the furry community i started about 2 years ago I have just gotten a head base that is not made out of foam and would like it if you could show how to clean and sterilize that as well. also i just wanted to say i have been watching you're videos for quite awhile now and love how you go along with what you are doing so i just personally wanted to say that you have personally inspired me to be a furry and fursuit maker in the future i hope you continue to make awesome how to content cause i love learning new techniques from you so thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Neffertity]

What is it made of

[@n0_0ne_important95]

@@Neffertity its made of resin type plastic

[@cyaninkling2638]

Do you have any tips on tail cleaning without using a little green machine? I like keeping my Vaporeon tail nice and spotless, so I use basic H spray and a little bit of water for small marks. I have one coat of Trinova Stain Guard on the lowest underside and on the fins. Scarborough Fair is coming up, so I was just curious.

[@Neffertity]

I usually make my tails machine washable, but I have found oxiclean and a microfiber rag with a LOT of elbow grease helps get out those tough spots.

[@cyaninkling2638]

@@Neffertity Hm! Got it, thanks! I basically did the same with a basic h, soap, and water cleaning after the con and lord of blow-drying. Would machine mash work for super-motion tails?

[@EthelredFlametail]

Wow I think you helped. However my washer is different, ours is a front loading washer. Would we be able to still put a fursuit though it?

[@Neffertity]

It should be similar enough, just always ask your maker if your suit is washing machine safe.

[@jakeburns5578]

It's just a question I really wanted to ask, even though it's not related to this. Do you have any pointers on making much more thin dragon fursona gloves?

[@Neffertity]

I'll actually be doing a video on that in the near future.

[@jakeburns5578]

MONNA MA!!!! 😁

[@seadragon4425]

OMG I HAVE THAT SAME GREEN MACHINE!!!!

[@husyay1008]

hi !! this was a great video, but is there a way to wash a head or tail without a green machine ? and if someone explain it to me ? thank you !

[@DreamtaleEnjoyer]

So basically: Flat or mostly flat pieces: washing machine on delicates, cold, with gentle detergent and optional fabric softener & scent, then brush backwards and hang to dry. Pieces with foam: little green with diluted gentle detergent, then place over fan to dry if necessary.

[@D34TH.BL00MZ]

tysm!

[@therealpaztila]

Your cat is like let me add my fur to your suit thank you

[@Neffertity]

Cheeto blesses all my work. XD

[@what.the.hell.is.a.handle]

@@Neffertity XD

[@therealpaztila]

@@Neffertity lol more fur the merrier

[@BlissfullyEvil]

Quick question: how would you wash a suit digitigrade with integrated foam ?

[@Neffertity]

Unfortunately by hand, and it's an absolute hassle. Winza 2.0 had integrated foam padding and it took me literal DAYS to wash her.

[@BlissfullyEvil]

@@Neffertity Oh no! Good to know then! Thank you!

[@sproutpuppy8216]

May I ask why you used cool darks setting rather than just cool/cold?

[@Neffertity]

My washing machine tends to mix hot water when I set it to "cool"

[@T0MB0YW0LF]

Have you ever run into any issues with the agitator in the washer? I see a lot of makers say to avoid them but I've only ever owned that kind of washer. Seems like yours has no issues but curious as to why so many say to avoid it like the plague!

[@Neffertity]

On some of the newfangled machines it can be an issue. I think it grabs the fur to easily and leads to damage. That's why most people don't like using it. It also comes down to the quality of the stitching.

[@vishousknight9576]

What if you have a fluffy dino mask with ears and a fluffy hood (When i ever make one) ? Also what about a canine tail that doesn't drag or is it the same process?