Laundry

When you're new to cloth, washing cloth diapers for the first time can be a daunting experience. Use these basic instructions to help get your diapers clean and to help keep the diapers from...

Are you looking for small ways to help protect the environment and save a little cash as well? Going "Green" is easier than you think! Making small adjustments, like using micro fiber...

Whether it's from clothes that sat in the washing machine too long or clothes that were improperly stored, they can develop a noticeable musty smell that be equally irritating and embarrassing....

It's spring and hopefully where you live, it's time to put away that wool coat in favor of light jackets and sweaters. It's much nicer putting away a clean coat than a dirty one. Cigarette...

Towels are created to be absorbent. Unfortunately, this absorbency also means moisture gets trapped in towels and, especially if damp towels are left in a warm area, they easily become a breeding...

Commercial fabric softeners reduce static and soften our clothes, but they may adversely affect health and the environment. If you suffer allergies, have sensitive skin or want to reduce chemicals...

You can remove mildew smell from clothes by using a few simple, natural materials such as vinegar and baking soda. If your clothes were left in water too long and have begun to smell musty, a...

Improperly dried clothes and fabrics that have been soaked and not properly dried have a tendency to emanate that musty smell that regular washing with soap won't get rid of. When clothes or...

You've spent the money for a luxurious down comforter, and you love feeling like you are sleeping in a 5-star hotel every night. However, now you need to know how to clean down comforters because...

As winter is rapidly coming to an end so is the use of all that winter snow gear. I know without fail we always end up with something smelling mildewed or stale in our house. Whether it’s a coat...

North Face jackets are designed for winter protection from the cold and snow. The jackets are breathable and waterproof. Jackets made from Gore-tex and fleece are relatively maintenance free. Down...

Doing the laundry isn’t as easy as it seems (or so I’m told by my hubby and kids). Not wanting to take anything for granted, below is a list of instructions on how to do the laundry. It was...

Tempur-Pedic pillows have become popular because of its ability to contour to the body, give support and resist dust mites and allergens. Yet, unlike other pillows, you cannot clean Tempur-Pedic...

Almost all of us has done it, left the laundry in the washer or dryer too long. You end up with smelly clothes. Very smelly. Sometimes it is almost impossible to get the smell out and then your...

OK, so many of you, like me have been spending tons of money on expensive laundry detergents. Having three children and sensitive skin, I have tried an all natural and ecofriendly approach to...

Rit liquid dye is a widely available fabric dye used to color fabric and clothing. You may want to darken faded black clothing, brighten faded colors, or change the color. You can dye clothing in...

An iron is a small household appliance that is used to remove wrinkles from fabric, usually clothing. An iron consists of a metal plate that is heated and connected to a heat-proof handle that is...

Looking to whiten your clothes, but not want to use bleach? Bleach has been prove to be unhealthy for people and the environment. So try this next time you do laundry.

We all know that after time washing white clothes makes them look dingy. Especially if you have young children that are good at making themselves messy. The perfect solution to it is to soak...

Fabric softener is loaded with fragrances and chemicals, not to mention it's VERY expensive! Here is a simple, easy and natural way to make your own fabric softener and save your skin and your...

You can save a lot of money every year by making your own laundry soap. It's fast, easy and very inexpensive. This soap works both in normal washers and HE washers and is very low cost! You can...

A leaking pen can ruin your favorite shirt if you don't know what to do to lift the ink out of the fabric. However, ballpoint ink is not impossible to remove. As with any stain removal method,...

Have you ever noticed that when folding bed linens, the flat sheets come out straight and perfect but the fitted sheets end up looking like a clumpy mess? Not only is an improperly folded fitted...

Perhaps you put a load of laundry in the washer and forgot it was in there. The next day you go to put another load in and see the smelly clothing still in the washer. Get the mildew smell out of...

The first key to cleaning a bed's pillows is to determine what kind of materials they're made of. Feather and down filled pillows, which have been around nearly forever. are gaining in popularity...

Learn how to iron table cloths in this free video on ironing. Get home making tips from an expert.

Learn how to pick and use laundry detergent with expert tips for doing laundry in this free video on washing clothes.

If you accidentally get spray paint on your clothes or other fabric, your chances of being able to remove it are much greater if you deal with the paint before it dries. If the paint has already...

If you hang clothes on a clothesline, you know how handy it is to have your clothespins nearby. You can purchase clothespin bags, but it's just as easy to sew your own. You can make it whatever...

There are many elements involved in caring for an invalid. Changing bed sheets is a task that is often overlooked until it is necessary. Learn to change the sheets on an occupied bed without...

Laundry is tedious to say the least, but you must feel a sense of accomplishment when you finish all of the loads. Bath towels look beautiful on a nice shelf or in an organized cabinet. Fold them...

We all love a nice red wine or merlot with dinner, just not on our clothes! Follow these quick and easy steps to get the wine out of your clothes and linens too!

Kool-Aid has been around for over 80 years and it has been staining kids' clothing the entire time. The worst offender, stain-wise, is the infamous cherry flavor, but strawberry, raspberry, fruit...

Stop spending money purchasing expensive fabric softener. Instead, make your own at home that works just as well and it much safer for your family and the environment.

Down comforters can provide great warmth. But when cleaning time comes, washing a down comforter can end up a disaster -- or it can turn out wonderfully. Learn how to wash your down comforter and...

To achieve the best results for washing clothes it is recommended to use the hottest water possible that the article of clothing can withstand without shrinking, fading, or otherwise damaging the...

Whether you are traveling or at home, you can iron clothing on a countertop with good results. Ironing boards aren't always available or maybe you're just in too much of a hurry to pull it out. In...

Your washer can hold deposits that make it look really dirty and leave you wondering if your clothes are really getting clean or not. Follow these steps for removing all kinds of dingy deposits.

By using a few basic household items, your favorite blouse can be saved from a blood stain. Don't panic. Follow these few simple tips to help remove blood stains from clothing.

Laundry is a tedious enough task without having to remember to have quarters for the occasion. Here are some helpful hints so your necessary task is a little less stressful.

Here is a CHEAP and EASY alternitive to that pricy liquid fabric softner. This is a very simple solution that is certianly more natural than all the chemicals you are putting in your clothes with...

Almost everyone at some time has left wet laundry in the washing machine for too long on a warm day. It's easy to get busy and forget to put a load in the dryer. Many times, the laundry is left...

Have you tried to get those white socks look new white again. I have the answer for your problem. I know that everyone has this problem and really don't want to go out and buy new ones.I use this...

This is a great idea for business people and anyone who has ever thrown away a shirt or dress because of a stubborn ink stain.

There are numerous ways to remove lint from your clothes. The best way to be sure your clothes are lint free when you walk out the door is to keep any lint from getting on them in the first place....

Laundry is enough of a chore without having to worry about ironing. Yet sometimes normal washing leaves you with wrinkled clothes. If you hate having to iron your clothes, try these tricks to get...

You will learn how to dry your laundry quicker and utilize your dryer better; especially if you have an older one.

In bi-level houses, transporting soiled laundry downstairs wastes considerable effort. A simple solution is to transform a closet into a laundry chute. There's no need to give up an entire closet;...

It takes a lot of energy to run your washer and dryer--bad news for your utility bill and for the environment. Here are simple ways to cut back on the energy that's used in your laundry room.

Damask napkins, linens, even white socks can be whitened on the stove with the addition of lemons!