General Clothes Care

Sometimes you find the perfect thing to wear, but it's not in the right color. Or maybe you're trying to match a shirt or dress with a pair of shoes, and you just can't find that particular color...

Expensive bras are an indulgence women don’t mind splurging on once in a while. Quality bras are not only very comfortable, they also provide support not only for the breasts but for the neck,...

Black fabric cannot be dyed green until is has been sufficiently lightened. Attempting to layer green dye over black fabric will have little to no effect and is a waste of time. First, you must...

Fabric absorbs all kinds of odors, from bodily odors to food smells to mildew. Simply washing clothing doesn't always eliminate odors and there are several other remedies, both chemical and natural.

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...

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...

According to Die Leinenweber's "A Short Cultural History of Linen," linen comes from flax, and the use of flax for cloth began more than 5,000 years ago. The Egyptians called it "woven moonlight."...

Polar fleece is a fairly hard-wearing and low maintenance fabric. Most products made with polar fleece can be machine washed and dried but not dry cleaned, as the cleaning solvents disrupt the...

Often described as "breathable" because of its ability to absorb and release moisture quickly, cotton fabric makes cool, comfortable clothes. It is a tough textile, able to withstand high...

There are several ways to do baby's laundry, but at the end of the day, how you do it will determine just how clean your baby's clothing gets. Doing baby laundry doesn't require a special skill...

If you ride horses on a regular basis you surely know how muddy, sweaty and otherwise dirty your leather chaps can get. You should also know that you have to treat them with care so that they...

An Armani T-shirt is a great addition to any wardrobe. If you don't take care of it and wash it properly, however, it can end up losing its shape and fit fairly quickly. But if you take care of...

Camouflage clothes are cool, but only to a certain degree. Many people outside of the service enjoy the coloring, but others out there prefer something less busy and simple. The style and...

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...

There are many reasons you may want to shrink a T-shirt. You may have lost weight. It may not fit as well as you thought it would when you bought it, or it could have stretched out over time. No...

Fabric dress shoes are great because they can be dyed to match any outfit. They are especially popular for proms and weddings. Unfortunately, they are much harder to clean than leather shoes. If...

Shrinking a wool sweater without having it come out too small is child's play. Allowing it to shrink so that it isn't super stretchy or extra long is all a matter of a little know-how and...

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...

This article is a comprehensive how-to on cleaning Ugg Australia Shoe Products. After reading this you will be able to bring your old Ugg Boots or Shoes back to life. Using these easy cleaning...

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...

Faded jeans have always been in style, but buying them that way can be expensive. Fading them yourself can save you a lot of money, but can be difficult sometimes. Bleach can be harsh on the...

Few articles of clothing can rival the comfort of a clean, soft T-shirt. Unfortunately, some T-shirts lose their softness over time or become rough after air-drying, but there are ways to make...

Have you lost a few pounds? Maybe you just had to buy that pair of jeans--even though they were too big. Whatever the reason, it is possible to shrink most clothing slightly to make it fit better....

Everyone wants to wear clothes that look good and feel comfortable. However, there is nothing worse than wearing tight jeans when walking and fear that it will split anytime soon. If you have your...

There is nothing like pulling your favorite sweater out of your drawer to find it covered in little balls of yarn or fabric. There are ways to prevent your clothing from pilling and if you follow...

Conserving water not only helps the environment, it also helps save on your monthly water bill. Here are a few tips to help out and also convert you over to going "green".

Keeping your clothes looking new is easier than you may think. With gentleness and care you can keep your garments looking as good as the day you bought them!

If you love your shoes, chances are you will want to hold on to your favorite pair as long as possible. That means cleaning your shoes with care. Because shoes are constructed of various...

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,...

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...

Throwing a tie in the washing machine can damage or ruin your accessory permanently, so you need to take extra care when washing a tie. Washing ties by hand is the best way to eliminate spots and...

After washing a pair of blue jeans, it is necessary to dry them. However, if you just take them out of the washer and throw them into the dryer, your blue jeans will shrink, and it will be even...

With designer jeans costing upwards of $200, you'll want to keep them looking brand new in the months and years to come.

Packing up your swimwear for the winter can be a sad reminder of the long, cold months ahead. However, if you pack and store your swimwear hastily, you may also be disappointed in the condition of...

Extend the life of your jeans, keep them from fading, and keep them from shrinking when you follow these easy how to steps. Washing your jeans this way will take a little longer than simply...

Everyone loves the decorative buttons that come on sweaters and blouses. But most of the time they end up breaking during washing and are hard to replace. Read on for a very simple solution to...