Clothing Care

Cowhide is the material that makes up leather, which is the treated and cured skin of a cow. Many people enjoy its look and feel, often wearing leather as a jacket or using it as a decoration rug....

Taking care of your clothes is important, but taking care of your leather jacket requires more attention and a quick response when it gets wet. You want to avoid getting your leather jacket wet as...

Did you find a cool vintage jacket with great potential...if only you could remove those so-from-the-80s shoulder pads in the jacket? Before you toss that jacket back in the never-to-be-worn pile...

Do you own a leather jacket? Do you remember how nice it looked when it was brand new. Now that your looking at it, it probably doesn't quite look like that anymore. This article will tell you how...

More people are taking a do-it-yourself approach to dry cleaning. With the growing popularity of the home steam press, it is now possible --- and affordable --- to press your own suits. In 2009,...

The advent of the home steam press means you can press and clean your own dress suits easily and affordably. With a home steam press costing between $100 and $300, the item will quickly pay for...

Alot of people might argue this. But trust me. I have a $400 leather cycle jacket I used for a week straight painting with industrial paints. And I decided instead of just tossing the jacket I...

Carhartt jackets are by far one of the most popular work jackets for people who work out in the elements. Heavy, durable and warm, Carhartt jackets provide plenty of comfort and protection in any...

Varsity jackets are a great way to display fashion and to show your support for a student athlete or your favorite sports team. If you are just a fan, here are a few creative ways to enhance and...

Once sold as heavy-duty working gear, Carhartt has branched out into men's and women's working-class chic. Carhartt uses durable materials and a heavily reinforced design that makes their clothes...

A leather jacket is a common wardrobe staple found in most closets today. Leather is a delicate material and is often very expensive, so properly caring for it is essential. When a leather jacket...

Waterproofing a jacket is easy! It makes good protection for the flu season. It also prevents stains.

You don't have to be a sewing guru or professional to make a sweat shirt out of a jacket; in fact, you may not have to sew at all, depending on the type of jacket you want to make. Turning your...

We have all had those beautiful well-made trenchcoats. They were your answer to the times when the weather cooled down or it rained. I love a good trenchcoat, they're classic and does repel...

Coats made of leather and suede are top fashion items for fall, but many people don't know how to care for them. While suede and leather are both sensitive materials that do require extra care,...

Suede jackets are rich and beautiful, and have a price tag to prove it. That's why if you are a suede jacket owner, you want to do whatever you can to keep it looking new. You can care for your...

Cleaning leather jackets, you just cannot throw them in the washer and dryer. If you do that, you've just ruin your very nice, and probably expensive leather jacket. It requires a different...

As you should know, when cleaning a leather jacket, it doesn't go into the washer or dryer. If so you've just ruin your very nice and expensive leather jacket. So how do we remove stinky odors,...

Finding the perfect business suit is a matter of timing and being well-informed. Knowing how to make the most of a business suit is a matter of maintaining the garment and gathering a few...

A sport coat is an important part of every wardrobe. This is also one of the hardest pieces of clothing to find with the perfect fit. Here are a few tips on how a sport coat should properly fit.

Leather jackets are a great accessory, but do need to be cleaned to keep them looking their best. You can't just throw a leather jacket in the washing machine, but there are easy ways to keep it...

This is an easy article on how to soften your leather jacket. It is very simple and when you are done your jacket will feel almost as "soft as a baby's rear end."

Suede is soft, warm, and gorgeous. It is the perfect material for a light autumn jacket or a heavy winter coat. Unfortunately, this versatile material cannot just be thrown in the washing...

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...

You can easily waterproof jackets or any other apparel in the comfort of your own home by using a silicone spray sealant. Silicone waterproofing will not damage your clothes and can last for...

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...

Leather jackets can become stiff and hard over time, especially if they are placed in storage for long periods. If a leather jacket becomes too dry, it becomes brittle and more prone to cracking....

Hooded jackets are a casual type of clothing often worn during the cool fall and winter months. They're often made of soft, comfortable materials, like fleece or a cotton/polyester blend. Hooded...

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...

Letter jackets tend to spend a lot of time in the closet, where, after several years, the sleeves begin to accumulate a sticky film that never seems to go away. Of course, you could take the...

If you own a suede leather jacket, it is probably one of the most treasured items in your wardrobe. But given the somewhat porous surface of suede, the jacket may have acquired an unpleasant odor,...

Leather jackets are one of the most enduring fashion trends of all time. Though they're known for their durability, leather jackets can become worn and torn if neglected. Prevention is the key to...

Nautica jackets have plenty of benefits. They are versatile, warm, light-weight and stylish. However, extra care needs to be given to these jackets if you want to keep them as nice as when you...

A woman's suit is similar to a man's suit. A woman's suit is usually made of a wool blend material with a silk or polyester lining for the jacket, skirt or pants. Like men's suits, the best way to...

Whether you are a motorcycle enthusiast or simply love to sport an edgy look, a leather jacket is an irreplaceable fashion staple. With that said, it is important to take proper care of your...

Putting a zipper on a jacket can be tricky, especially if your jacket has several layers or a lining. Using a sewing machine is typically easier, but you can also sew the zipper by hand using a...

A good leather jacket is a wardrobe investment that can last decades with proper care.

How To Keep Your Leather Jacket Clean or if it does get dirty clean it yourself at home.

To add detail and personality to your favorite jacket, consider sewing on a patch. Sewing a patch on your jacket is also a great way to cover any holes, stains or other imperfections. All it takes...

Ketchup can seem to be one of the toughest stains to remove. The more you rub at the stain, the more it seems to penetrate the material's surface. If you are unfortunate enough to get a ketchup...

A leather bomber jacket can be a treasured possession. A few measures can keep the jacket in pristine condition.

While a leather coat is an excellent investment in any wardrobe, the garment's exterior can suffer wear and tear after years of use. You may notice that the jacket's original color has begun to...

Leather jackets are a coveted but costly item of clothing. If you have an old and favorite jacket that has shrunk or hardened, you may not be willing to part with it. Fortunately, you can use a...

Velvet is a delicate fabric that is actually a very fine weave of several different fibers. It's also considered to be an expensive and exclusive fabric often used and worn by royalty. Because...

Over time your favorite leather jacket may have gotten slightly stretched out and enlarged after repeated wearings. You may notice that it doesn't fit as well as it used to. However, you don't...

Typically, leather care instructions specify to use a professional dry cleaner to clean leather garments. While dry cleaning is the most-recommended method, other options are available. Often,...

John Wayne had one, so did Indiana Jones and Doctor Who. An aged leather jacket adds immediate character to a person. Purchasing the jacket Wayne wore in "The Flying Tigers" may not fit most...

Leather jackets are both fashionable and practical, because they are classic and last forever. However, new leather can be shiny and unyielding, making your jacket uncomfortable to wear. To break...

A leather jacket is a classic investment in any wardrobe, worth shelling out for and maintaining throughout the years. Unfortunately, some of that upkeep may include dealing with unpleasant odors...

There is nothing that feels as good as slipping on your favorite butter-soft flexible leather jacket. It is old and worn in and seems to fit you as well as your own skin. But it takes years of...