Clothing Care

Preventing wrinkles in clothing involves removing them from the dryer as soon as possible, keeping garments on a clothes hanger or purchasing non-iron shirts. Stay wrinkle-free with fashion advice...

Did you just have an accident and now you have red wine on your favorite garment. Here are some tips on how to get it out.

Under Armour is a company that offers a wide range of clothing, including a variety of compression gear designed to wick away moisture. The company was founded by Kevin Plank, a former University...

Acrylic is a fabric that is prone to stretching. Improper ironing, washing and even time can turn a perfect fit into a jumbled, overhanging nightmare. If you have received a sweater that you like...

Not many people, if any, enjoy wearing wet or damp clothing. This is not only an uncomfortable experience, but it also runs the risks of mildew developing on the material itself. The solution is...

New clothes are often packed tightly in cartons when they arrive at our clothing stores. Those wrinkles are not always removed when we buy the designer items, which can be removed by my household...

Mothballs may help you deter the annoying insects that would otherwise ruin your clothing, but they do have a detrimental side effect---a strong and nauseating odor that lingers on your garments....

A word to the wise, CAUTION! Make sure that you have a spare one in case this doesn't work. However, I took the risk and it Worked! I am very happy with the results, so I want to share this with...

Baked on crayon can be a nuisance to remove, especially if the crayon-stained clothes have gone through the washer and dryer. While the stain, unfortunately, won't come out just by washing it...

Washing your favorite jeans with an ink pen in the pocket is no longer a crises. You do not need to rush out and buy a new pair of jeans because you think they are ruined. There is a way to get...

We've all been there - either the dryer broke or there is not one close by after washing clothes or someone else is using the dryer(s). Here are a few ideas on how to get the clothes dry fast...

You can remove vinyl lettering or logos from a T-shirt or jersey by using common household items rather than purchasing expensive and potentially dangerous chemical solutions.

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...

You have a terrific black outfit--even strangers give you compliments when you wear it--but it needs washing now. You're reluctant: what if it fades with washing? Happily, there are several ways...

Ironing has got to be one of the most tedious chores on the planet! It is hot, slow work, it runs up your power bill and it tries your patience. While wrinkles can’t be prevented entirely, they...

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...

Doing laundry for a family is expensive these days with the cost of utilities rising. And utility companies everywhere are asking us to conserve valuable resources. Here are some easy steps to...

Not every state has outlawed smoking cigarettes in public places. Depending on where you go, your clothing may reek of cigarette smoke after spending a night at a restaurant, club or bar. If you...

Lipstick spots and stains may ruin a favorite dress or shirt. Here's a step-by-step plan for treating lipstick spots.

Do you or a loved one find it difficult to remove clothes from a dryer? Are you in a wheelchair or use a walker and have limited mobility or are concerned about falling? Limited mobility can make...

Need a quick and easy way to get the wrinkles out of a shirt or a pair of pants? Don't have the time or the energy to iron them? Here is an easy way to get those wrinkles out and freshen your...

With this tutorial, you will learn how to prevent your jeans or any pair of pants from shrinking when washing them. It's simple and easy! Just shake them before putting them in the dryer to extend...

Have you ever wondered how some people get there clothes to smell so fresh and clean? Do you ever get the urge to ask a stranger " how do you get your clothes to sell so good"? Still...

Even smokers will agree; smoking is gross! But, if you must do it, must you live with the smell? The answer is, NO! My friend showed me how to do this a while back, and it worked. There is a way...

For those of you whose moms have always taken care of your laundry, this will give you step-by-step instructions on how to wash your clothes without ending up with pink underwear that used to be...

Have your children ever left gum in their pocket and you didn't check before you washed and dryed their clothes? Have you ever left gum in your pocket and forgot to check your pocket before you...

When my children was growing up and now my grandchildren they seemed to always get stains on their cloths that you just couldn't get off. Seem like everything I would buy them something new, that...

Whether you accidentally put your jeans in the dryer on high heat or have recently become a little bit fuller in the hips, there are several reasons to stretch out jeans. Denim is a very versatile...

Some people just sweat more than others. If you find that most of your shirts and blouses have sweat stains, before you toss them in the garbage, try the following to remove sweat stains from your...

Knowing how to iron clothes like the dry cleaners can save you time and money. Dry cleaning employees know the tips and tricks to clean and iron clothing that the average person doesn't know....

Vans are some of the most popular sneakers on the market these days, and for good reason. With a wide variety of shoe models ranging from traditional lace-ups to the brand's classic slip-ons in a...

So your sneakers smell bad and you are afraid other people might notice. Here is a simple method to clean your sneakers without using the washing machine which may damage them.

Do you have Smelly Shoes??? I have had this problem for years. Now that I'm a dancer, I have so many pairs of dance shoes. Of course I want my shoes to smell fresh and clean at all times. I...

Dark denim jeans are a popular fashion right now, and are great because they are easy to dress up for fancy occasions. However, just throwing your dark jeans in the washer and dryer will made...

Alterations to oversize wool jackets and blazers can be time-consuming if they are done at home and costly if they are done by a professional tailor. Shrinking a wool jacket at home can be a...

At one time or another, we have all run into problems with our laundry, whether in figuring out the best temperature to use, how to get out a stubborn stain, or even how to preserve the color of...

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...

Carhartt makes clothing that is meant to withstand a lot of abuse, but even the most durable clothing gets dirty, especially in the case of a Carhartt jacket. Most people would prefer to take...

Whether your jeans stretched during natural wear, you've recently lost weight or you just want your skinny jeans a bit tighter, it's not difficult to quickly achieve that snug new fit you want.

Nomex is a sturdy, flexible fiber created by DuPont for use in high-temperature environments. It's made from a polymer with a high molecular weight that is forced through a spinneret creating a...

When you fade a t-shirt, you give the shirt an aged and used look that many people prefer and that is currently in style. Many t-shirts come with a strong and bright dye. To get a worn look to...

Are you in a hurry and don't have anything clean to wear? or that favorite shirt is dirty but you need to wear it? these steps will help you so that you can wear a dirty shirt and no one will know...

Few things are more frustrating than spending big bucks on a leather jacket, only to have it end up feeling hard, rigid and uncomfortable to wear. Caring for leather is a delicate matter and...

It’s an unfortunate fact of life – many of us have to use those coin-operated laundries. It may be located in your apartment or condo building, or it may be at the local strip mall. Regardless...

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...

Moth balls are often packed with clothing to prevent moth larva from eating holes in the fabric. While this can keep the bugs at bay, you will have to contend with the odor from the moth balls...

It's been said a million times--an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when it comes to preventing wrinkles in cotton clothes. Cotton and other fibers tend to...

When you have a particular T-shirt that you enjoy wearing, keeping it soft and comfortable is the key to increasing the amount of time you can keep it in your wardrobe. There are several things...

Carhartt brand clothing is known for it's rugged designs and heavy material. Shrinking a Carhartt coat can be done in a similar fashion to shrinking any other cotton piece of clothing, however...

Do you hate wearing jeans after you wash them? There are several ways to keep your jeans from becoming tight and uncomfortable after ever wash. It's not rocket science by any means but it will...