[gooberific]

I get my piggies out, vacuum the entire thing, then take it outside and beat it -- if you want to be technical, I whip it against the wood beams that support the porch roof. Then I use a big corn broom... heh, I've been told it's quite entertaining to watch me sweep my fleece outside. I stand on it and sweep the heck out of it. It's the easiest way for me, though, so I let them laugh! I use my own washer & dryer, too, haven't had a problem with clogs.