How to Wash Bathing Suits
Even though they get wet most of the time we wear them, bathing suits still need to be washed regularly. Washing bathing suits help to remove any residue on them …
Even though they get wet most of the time we wear them, bathing suits still need to be washed regularly. Washing bathing suits help to remove any residue on them …
I’m always worried when I wash colored clothes. There’s always a chance that the color will fade. Or I’ll end up with splodges of color from another garment. Is there …
What is worse than doing the work to sort, wash, and fold your laundry just to discover that your clothes smell worse than before?! If this has happened to you, …
Bacon is a classic addition to morning meals all around the world. But bacon can be very frustrating to make since bacon grease tends to splatter all over your clothes …
There’s something about a hotdog with a generous dollop of mustard. The mustard never wants to stay on the hotdog, though. It usually ends up on my shirt or my …
Have you ever tried to put a pair of freshly washed jeans and discovered that they shrunk in the wash, and now it feels like only your toes will fit …
If you use iodine regularly at work or to treat injuries, you’ve probably gotten it on your clothes a time or two. Iodine can leave behind a brown, orange, or …
Pendleton is considered by many to be one of the best wool blanket suppliers in the world. If you own a Pendleton wool blanket, you know how durable, high-quality, and …
Hiking in winter would be impossible for me if it wasn’t for my down jacket. I’m an outdoor person but I love being warm. My problem is that my puffy …
If you’re like me, you have clothes in your laundry basket that have been there for a while. For me, those garments are linen. I’ve heard linen is difficult to …
Lipstick stains can be annoying. They can also be stubborn to remove. Why does lipstick prefer to stick to your collar or sleeve more than your lips? It’s an age-old …
Washing and drying clothes can take a long time, especially if you’re in a hurry. But washing and drying clothes may not always take as long as you think. There …
Getting out in nature is crucial to our well-being, but sometimes we can still come home with some unwanted guests. Burrs are super sticky seeds that attach themselves to our …
Have you ever opened up your washer to discover that your whole load of laundry has taken on a rosy hue, like a pink-tinged Barbie world? If so, you know …
Laundry baskets can hold a rainbow full of colors, can’t they? Unfortunately, washing some colors together can cause color bleeds. Do I have to wash every item on its own? …
There’s nothing quite like the cozy warmth of a wool blanket on a cold day. Unfortunately, many people consider wool one of the trickiest fibers to care for since it …
White clothing is a magnet for color runs. They seem particularly partial to soaking up the color red. Even the tiniest of red stripes can make your white shirt turn …
Summertime is the perfect season for repairs to keep your house looking its best. Sanding and staining wooden surfaces of your home or deck is one way to give your …
One of the best feelings is pulling the laundry from the dryer and smelling the scent of the freshly washed clothes. But when you remove the clothes – thinking they’re …
It’s undeniable – spills happen to the best of us. The morning coffee splash or a drip from an evening glass of wine – and spills of all types happen …
If you play sports like soccer, getting mud and dirt on your clothes is a part of life. Getting them off again can be a challenge. Is there an easy …
I sometimes find it nerve-wracking to wash new clothing since I’m always worried I’ll wash it at the wrong temperature and damage the fabric. The water temperature you use when …
If there’s one smell that is universally hated, it’s the smell of skunks. While skunks are typically nocturnal animals that avoid people, you may, unfortunately, find yourself having a run-in …
White clothes can be a pain to wash. They always seem to turn yellow or gray, which is problematic. I have to wear white shirts for work. How do I …
Have you ever come home from hiking or camping and found a big blob of sticky, hardened tree sap clinging to your jeans? Simply tossing your sap-stained clothes into the …
Getting a tattoo is a permanent decision, but you know that going in. What you don’t want to be permanent is getting the ink on your clothes. That’s exactly what …
One of my favorite things about summertime is having a large bouquet of fresh flowers in my kitchen. Unfortunately, the downside of having flowers like lilies in your home is …
Sometimes it isn’t possible to wash your clothes when they get smelly. When you’re in a rush, for instance. Or your garment is dry clean only. What can you do …
Most people have hand washed clothes at some point in their lives. Sometimes it’s just one item that needs to be cleaned; at others, it’s a delicate item that won’t …
Silk always adds a touch of soft luxury to bedding. But the fabric can do so much more than that. Pillowcases made from silk can prevent frizzy hair. Bed sheets …