General Clothes Care

Who likes spending ridiculous amounts of money for laundry detergent? This is a simple recipe for making your own detergent that really gets your clothes clean and it costs next to nothing.

Underarm odor is embarrassing, and there are thousands of products that try to stop the odor before it starts. The problem is the odor is caused by bacteria in the armpits and once that bacteria...

Nylon is a common synthetic fabric used in various garments and cloths. It is sometimes coated with polyurethane to lend a windproof and waterproof characteristic to the fabric. Though useful, the...

Here is the scenario. You've purchased that fantastic bikini that you've been looking at for months on end. You've been invited to a wonderful beach party that is the perfect outing for...

Faux mink fur has historically been decried as cheap imitation, but with advances in manufacturing technologies and a deeper appreciation of the environment, faux mink fur now provides the...

Fabric softeners come in liquid form, which can be placed inside the washing machine while the clothes are washed with detergent; or they can come in fabric softener dryer sheets, which are placed...

With this eco-friendly tip you can keep your clothes looking newer longer. Keep your brights looking brighter, your darks looking darker AND keep the color in your fabric and not in the...

This is a step by step guide to shrinking a 100% cotton shirt. I recently bought a new T-Shirt, which was too big. Very frustrating! I used this simple method to shrink that shirt to the size I...

An iron-on transfer is nothing more than a layer of glue, which means the only way to preserve it is to limit the amount of heat it experiences. We've all seen old T-shirts with transfers that are...

The perfect pair of denim jeans is already hard enough to find, so the last thing you want is for them to shrink. If you are careful about the fabric content of your jeans and take precautions...

Leather jackets are a fashion trend that never seems to go out of style, so keep your jacket in good condition. Of course, this can be difficult since these jackets are often worn when the weather...

A gum stain can put a cramp in any fashionista's style. The goopy nature of the candy makes it almost impossible to completely remove from your favorite jeans or your best poplin shirt without the...

Sketchers shoes are known for their style, vibrant color and heavy use of plastic around the front and bottom of the shoe. While special care should be given when cleaning Sketchers shoes, in most...

Giving a strong ballet performance is based on appearance. Just as it is important for the dance steps to be in correct form, it is also essential that the performer's outfit offer the best...

Baseball caps can become stained by sweat and other dirt. More recently made caps can be cleaned along with your other laundry in the washing machine. If your hat is older, you may have to hand...

Under Armour produces a line of wicking underwear and athletic apparel for men, women and children. While the thin, high-tech fabrics used in Under Armour shirts may seem fragile at first, it's...

This is the easiest way to protect your scrubs from Urine, Fecal Matter, Blood and other stains that can occur. Using this one little step, you can save your scrubs from the daily stains from...

Cotton has been around for centuries and has been worn by people since ancient times. Today, it is woven, dyed and sewed into a wide variety of goods. This natural fiber is used to make jeans,...

Have you ever washed a new piece of clothing in the washing machine, only to have the color from you new item bleed onto the rest of the load of laundry? Here are some simple tips to keep your...

Freshly washed laundry smells great, but ever catch the scent of your laundry on a stranger? Maybe at the grocery store or at your job? Avoid this by customizing your laundry scent with essential...

A silk scarf is a beautiful and elegant accessory for any wardrobe. The most common method to cleaning silk is dry cleaning. However the costs can be prohibitive and the color of the fabric will...

Belly dancing is a way to get in touch with your cultural heritage, perform artistic movement in front of an audience and get a good workout. Part of the allure of belly dancing is the elaborate...

Laundry can be a daunting, and sometimes expensive task. Each load of laundry you do takes energy, water, and your time. Follow these steps and learn how to decrease the cost of laundry for you...

Cotton is a common fiber used to make sweatshirts, and fortunately for you clothing made of cotton is one of the easiest fabrics to shrink. According to Cotton Incorporated, cotton clothing...

If you are like the average family, you do about 300 loads of laundry per year. It costs over $600 on energy and laundry products to keep up with that amount of laundry. Here are some tips to...

Those white canvas tennies looked pretty sharp before you went out to play Frisbee in the park. Now they're covered in mud, grass stains and whatever strange substances you may have stepped in....

The first time my husband had to do the laundry he was clueless! I was pregnant and bedridden which meant he was in charge of all of the household chores. He didn’t even know how to operate the...

In this article I will explain how add length to your jeans! No one wants to be wearing high waters..... I don't think.... well, maybe thats just me =)

Have you recently purchased a new cashmere sweater? If so, you know how much these sweaters can cost. You don't want to spend a fortune sending it to the cleaners every time it becomes dirty....

Anyone who's experienced faded or dingy clothes knows how much of a nightmare it can be. This is especially the case when it comes our most adored garments. With so many brands of laundry...

The method mentioned below has worked for me and also have proven results. Bonne chance!

New jeans can be quite stiff and uncomfortable. The most natural way to make them feel softer is to simply wear them over and over again. However, if you'd like to speed up the softening process,...

Mesh shoes come with many advantages. They do, however, require some careful maintenance, and even special mesh shoes will begin to smell eventually. To ensure that your mesh shoes enjoy a long...

If you have ever pulled gray clothing out of a washing machine that used to be white, then you know the importance of washing black clothes separately. Not only will washing white clothes with...

Is your favorite sweater or shirt unwearable because of a washing mistake? Cotton shirts and wool sweaters can be especially difficult to maintain their original shape after a few cycles in the...

Over the years, advancements have been made in the breeding of hemp to be used as apparel. Once available only as a very coarse fiber, this new treatment of fibers produces a finer, much softer...

With designer jeans taking over the industry, it's important to take care of your investment. Washing your jeans at the appropriate temperature and with good detergent can give much-needed...

Oh no! You pre-treated a stain on your clothes and the laundry detergent stained your clothes. Don't fret there is hope for those white jeans. Taking out detergent stains is actually fairly easy...

Swimsuit shopping can be a very unpleasant experience, which is why finally buying a suit is so exciting. Not only do you have a great new swimsuit for the beach this summer, but you can stop...