Place the stamps face down on paper towels, an old bath towel or newspaper. Put them in a single layer, without letting them touch.
Important:
Make sure whatever you place the stamps on is not too colorful, such as the Sunday comics or a brightly colored towel. You don’t want the color to leach onto the stamp.
How to Soak Stamps - Getting Stamps off Paper
From Michael Breen, former About.com Guide
Drying
Stamps Drying After Soaking (face up for illustration purposes)
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