Soak or gently rub your item in the soapy water but never scrub, twist or wring it. Drain off the water and rinse with fresh, cold water.
If You Prefer Machine Washing
Put the crotchet item in a large delicates lingerie bag so it can move freely yet is protected from tangling. Only use a machine without a central agitator, and always wash on a delicate cycle with cold water.
How To Dry
Whenever possible, crochet items should always be air dried. If you do use a clothes dryer; place the piece in a delicates lingerie bag and use the heatless tumble dry setting on low.