Are these durable enough to gift to a preschool? How do you wash the cloth/soft body?
489464
They are pretty durable. The soft body can only be spot cleaned, but the arms, legs, and head can be washed and sanitized as needed. This same company makes an all vinyl doll: http://www.amazon.com/Toys-Newborn-Expressions-May-Vary/dp/B003Y7DQT8/ref=sr_1_3?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1379510794&sr=1-3&keywords=plastic+baby+doll However, my experience has been that preschoolers really love the soft bodied dolls because they are better for "cuddling". At this price point, it may be worth it to enjoy them for a few years and replace them if/when they get too soiled.
489465
These dolls are very soft and durable. My one-year-old granddaughter loves hers. I bought one white and one African American. I haven't had to wash them yet, but you could wash face/hands/feet with a sponge. They are hollow, so should probably not go through the washing machine as they would fill with water. The cloth body you could probably also clean with a washcloth.
489466
They are pretty durable. The soft body can only be spot cleaned, but the arms, legs, and head can be washed and sanitized as needed. This same company makes an all vinyl doll: JC Toys 14-Inch La Nursery Newborn 8 Piece Layette Baby Doll Set, PinkHowever, my experience has been that preschoolers really love the soft bodied dolls because they are better for "cuddling". At this price point, it may be worth it to enjoy them for a few years and replace them if/when they get too soiled.
409472
I'm a teacher and have used mine half the school year. I haven't washed them, but they are falling apart due to a lot of use (not abuse, just lots of use). I wouldn't think that gluing them would work. I would think just not washing them in the future would be the best solution.
962478
No, I would not describe them as soft or suitable for a toddler or delicate skin. They're more of a thin and rough material, good for exfoliating adult skin or for scrubbing, polishing, cleaning things.
1055998
They are soft and very movable. Just fabric. My daughter loves them. They hook on to their hands.
788867
I only ran the wash cycle twice and then put them in the dryer. I use a sensitive Tide, there are several to choose from. I didn't use cloth diapers for my first two, but my second two had allergies to disposable diapers and certain soaps. If your little one has a soap allergy I recommend goat's milk soaps and detergents. I love these diaper inserts. They are gentle on baby's skin and very absorbent.
919183
Hello, I am not sure on the exact material. They were made of a airy rubber type material and yes I think you can wash them.
745381
They wash and feel like a cotton blend. They are very nice and the little one just loves them.
637202
they should be machine washable, they are made of canvas material, so they should wash alright. I would use a gentle cycle on the washing machine.
666903
After I washed the Galaxy Glass Towels they were quite soft, in fact I gave some to my son and he used them as burp cloths for his new baby girl. I don't know why they wouldn't work, but you would have to test them to make sure they are soft enough to clean glasses with.
2269260
I would just wash them in dish soap and water, but yes, definitely reusable. I love mine. Bought them while I was breast feeding. Now that I have a toddler they're perfect for "boo boos" and in school lunches!
98318
I have a daycare, so they get washed every day and they hold up extremely well! Mine have probably been washed upwards of 100 times a piece.
1263452
I have always just washed them the same as I wash my cloth diapers and then hang them to dry on a drying rack. They dry very quickly and I've had no issues. Mine are about a year old and aside from some pilling, they're still going strong!
512012
I would use the hand wash or delicate cycle. - I have bought a set for both of my nieces. They run small, it's by no means girls 4-6 more a 4T-5.
50915
I have washed them inside a couple toys, though not many times yet, and it seems to be fine. They seem pretty watertight, so I'm not too worried about them and mine are still intact from what I can hear, so I would assume it's fine to wash them.
2022867
I have washed mine multiple times and they are still soft and holding up. As soon as the dryer is done just fluff it up with your hands.
512015
I haven't washed mine yet, but I would probably throw them in on a very delicate load. The fabric would hold up. My only concern would be the seems.
962481
These are average softness. Probably not soft enough for her delicate skin. Try a bamboo washcloth, they are super soft!