There are a few ways to clean lace: by hand, using a machine, or using a detergent. Hand cleaning lace is the easiest way to clean it. First, take off the lace fabric from the lace piece you are cleaning. Next, use a soft cloth to gently clean the lace. Be sure to avoid getting any dirt or oil on the fabric. Finally, dry the cloth and lace piece completely before putting it back on its stand or shelf. Machine cleaning is also an option if you have a machine that can do this type of cleaning. First, take off all of the fabric from the lace piece you are cleaning. Next, use a detergent to clean everything that needs to be cleaned: the blade and frame of the machine itself, any moving parts (such as gears), and any filters that may be in place. Be sure not to get any dirt or oil on these surfaces either. Finally, dry everything completely before putting it back on its stand or shelf. Finally, if you choose to use a detergent instead of a detergent cleaner specifically for lace, make sure that it is specifically designed for this type of fabric (such as Lace Detergent). Follow directions carefully and be sure not to over-wash your lace piece; over-washing will cause it to become brittle and difficult to clean later on.
