Clothing Care

Homemade dry laundry detergent is eco-friendly, inexpensive and easy to make. It won't bubble up like store-bought detergent, but it works surprisingly well. Since factory-made detergents contain...

Inkjet iron-on transfer paper is available in most office supply stores and can be used to create your own custom T-shirts or any type of cotton garment or bag. You will need to follow the...

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...

Everyone has a pair of favorite, old blue jeans - those jeans that you can't bear to throw out because they hold sentimental value, or because they fit you perfectly. Overtime, like any clothes,...

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,...

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...

A trendy vintage fit gone wrong; a washing machine error; one or ten too many beers---there are a variety of reasons you may wake up one day to find your favorite shirt just doesn't quite fit...

Burberry is a popular luxury fashion brand that designs high-end clothing and accessories. The company uses delicate fabrics on their items that you don't want to toss in the washing machine....

Sometimes clothes with mold problems have an unpleasant odor, while other times the molded spot will present itself with a black spore-filled stain. It can be a challenge to find a mold-killing...

When we make purchases for clothing we're making an investment into something we expect to last for years. Other than the wear and tear from the wash cycle, the presence of stains can wreak havoc...

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...

If you live in an area with hard water, you may experience your white clothes turning gray. Hard water is filled with minerals that can leave a gray film on your clothes if it mixes with soap,...

When you wash your favorite clothing items frequently, they have a tendency to fade over time. Some items completely change from black to gray or from red to pink. Do not despair if your duds are...

Getting ink on your laundry can be very irritating. Clothes are expensive and most people can afford to buy new ones every time a pen goes through the laundry. Most people check the pockets of...

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.

A completely different product from washing power or common washing detergent, washing soda is a collection of chemical compounds that are used to clean soiled laundry. It also can be used around...

Coca-Cola has been touted as a grease stain remover by housewives, house husbands and professional laundry services alike. The tough phosphoric acid eats away at the grease, making your greasy...

So is it time to wear your coat or wash it; but you don’t want to take the coat to the cleaners or spend a lot of money to keep your coat looking neat and smelling fresh. With some simple...

At first glance, ink stains can seem to make a shirt useless. As easily as accidental ink stains occur, they can be cleaned. Cleaning an ink stain from a shirt is easier when you follow a simple...

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...

If you have a tendency to wear your Ugg boots often, then you will likely get the footwear dirty. You can clean your Ugg boots in your washing machine. Just remember to handle the boots gently in...

Have you ever had to fish the string out of a hooded sweatshirt after you wash it? I find the process is not that much fun. This article demonstrates how to avoid having to worm the string out....

Armani is a premium, high-fashion clothing brand, with several collections and levels of pricing. Armani Collezioni features some of the most coveted menswear designs, and season after season...

Making laundry soap at home is an easy way to save money and help the environment. Homemade soap is free of harsh chemicals. It is gentle on clothes and should not cause a problem with sensitive...

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...

The grip of modern technology makes it easy to forget how life was pre-technology, and laundry is one of the most relevant examples. In ancient times, the normal practice was to wash clothes near...

Armani is one of the most premium and high-fashion names in clothing, with several collections and levels of pricing. Armani Collezioni features some of the most coveted designs for both men and...

Washing laundry is a household chore that few people enjoy and there is nothing more frustrating than finding a pile of dirty white socks in the hamper. Often my son runs around outside with his...

Cotton, wool, cashmere and other sensitive fabrics are more likely to shrink as a result of hot water and heat. While the manufacturer's washing and drying instructions should always take...

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...

Some towels seem to harbor a nasty odor, even when they are fresh out of the cupboard. No amount of routine laundering gets rid of the smell. Don't throw away those towels just because that musty...

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...

Few things in life are as soft and as comfortable as your down comforter. But safely washing them can be a tricky matter. They are usually too large for your home washing machine, and it’s best...

A broomstick skirt has a crinkly texture, achieved and preserved using special washing and drying methods. Without proper technique and care, a broomstick skirt can lose its folds and texture...

When we purchase a piece of clothing, we hope that after wearing and washing, it stays a perfect fit. If you have a fitted cap, you will want to make sure that if you get it dirty, you can clean...

Smartwool socks are exceptionally warm and comfortable. They are made of 100 percent pure merino wool, which makes them very durable. Wool is an ideal material for hot or cold, wet or dry weather...

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...

With so many “new and improved” products for washing clothes, you may be tempted to try one. I used to do this on occasion, only to find out that a lot of these high-tech soaps are NOT any better...

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...

Keeping sneakers looking as clean as the day they were bought is not difficult and takes little effort. You can resurrect sneakers that have been badly neglected. You should clean sneakers in the...

Adding a softener to your laundry is an easy step that can make a big difference in the smell and feel of your clothing. It will add a fresh, pleasant odor and make them feel softer than they...

When you spend the money on a pair of designer jeans, you want to ensure that you are buying an article of clothing that will last. Keeping that investment stylish and wearable for years to come...

Because wool has a natural reaction to agitation and sudden water temperature change when being washed, wool gloves that are too big can be shrunk to the right size fairly easily. Contrary to...

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...

Even if you are not a professional mechanic, it is common to wind up with diesel fuel on your clothes after fueling your lawnmower or, if you are klutzy, your car. Thankfully, getting diesel out...

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...