Thanks for your fast reply. I was in an accident four years ago and haven't been in the yard until this year. So my gloves were in sad shape as neglected in horrible condition for 4 years but I put them in a bucket ( 4 pair) with powder detergent and hot faucet water and let them soak an hour. Then used a sink/toilet plunger to agitate them. Had to change the water 4-5 x , then ran them thru spin cycle in washing machine. Turned some kitchen chairs upside down and put a glove on each leg to dry. Then rubbed them with mink oil. Let dry and rubbed real good with a dish cloth. Very pleased with outcome. Thanks for your encouragement! Blessings, p