Water isn’t something that you would think would stain fabric. After all, water is supposed to clean and remove stains, right? But, it can stain some fabrics just like anything else can. Luckily, water stains aren’t that hard to remove, and you can do it with things you already have at home. Water can be …
Most non-iron shirts are generally worn for the convenience of not having to iron them each time. Since most of these shirts are dressy or professional, being non-iron helps save time in the morning. However, there are some circumstances in which non-iron shirts can wrinkle. So can you iron non-iron shirts? In general and with …
If you have ever received one of those generic one-size-fits-all t-shirts at a company event, you know how annoying it is to wear a shirt that doesn’t quite fit you properly! In this case, you may want to try shrinking the shirt down to your size. You can learn how to shrink a shirt using …
Have you ever found yourself standing over a pile of dirty laundry, scratching your head as you try to sort out the whites from the darks? You always come across that one white shirt with black squirrels printed on it or your favorite white leggings with blue polka dots. Fortunately, you have come to the …
Finding old pants that used to fit you and now hang loosely around your waist seems like a victory if you just successfully lost a lot of weight, but how do you make those too-big pants fit you again? One of the easiest ways to resize too-large pants is to shrink them. You can learn …
You can use permanent markers for everything from marking packing boxes to tie-dying t-shirts, but once in a while a marker slips and stains your clothes. Do you need to throw away the marker-stained garment, or can you rescue it? The good news is that you can learn how to get permanent marker stains out …
Whether you want to pack your favorite hoodie for an overseas trip or you need to ship a hoodie you just sold on eBay, you will need to figure out how much your cozy hooded sweatshirt actually weighs. If you don’t have a scale on hand, don’t panic! You can learn how to find out …
Nail glue is very effective at sticking on nails. Unfortunately, it can be just as effective at sticking to other surfaces as well. One such surface is clothing, which is a common place to get nail glue. But how can you get nail glue out of your clothes? That’s exactly why I’ve created this guide. …
Silly Putty can be so much fun to play with… that is until it gets stuck to your clothes, furniture, or carpet. Due to its stickiness and gum-like texture, it can be hard to remove just by trying to pull it off. But not to worry, because I’m here to tell you how to get …
Whether you have a kid or a pet running around your house, you’ve probably had to deal with urine getting on your clothes. The smell of urine isn’t a pleasant one, and it can be hard to get rid of even if you wash the clothing. So if you’re at your wit’s end about how …
Silk is considered one of the most luxurious fabrics you can buy. But many people hesitate to buy it or wear it because they think it is hard to take care of. So I’m here to bring you some good news. Silk isn’t that hard to care for if you know what you’re doing, which …
If you have ever stored a box of clothes in a basement, you may know the unpleasant surprise of unpacking the box to find black spots growing on your clothing! While health and safety should always come first, you may not have to throw away your mold-stained garments. Instead, you can master a few simple …
Whether you have white satin clothing, damaged by bleach, or you’re just tired of the color of it, satin can be easily dyed at home. However, since satin can be made of different fibers and the fabric itself is somewhat delicate, you have to make sure you use the right type of dye. That’s why …
If you work with fiberglass, you must be familiar with the struggle of getting fiberglass all over you. It can be not only a nuisance but also a health hazard. Do you often find fiberglass stuck in your garments? If you’ve been looking for easy and convenient ways to get fiberglass out of clothes, this …
Maybe you forgot and put your new jeans in the wash with your best bath towels, or perhaps your kid dyed her hair pink and now has red stains dotting her favorite sweatshirt. Can you put the stained clothes in the wash or will that make things even worse? Once in a while, almost everyone …
Many things can cause chapstick to get on your clothes. Two of the most common are washing clothes with chapstick in your pocket or the chapstick melting onto your clothes. The good news is that chapstick can be removed from clothes as long as you treat it early and use the right products. Chapstick can …
If you have ever glued your fingers to your shirt with super glue during a DIY project, you know how hard it is to get glue out of clothes! Even children’s glue like Elmer’s glue and glitter glue can stick to clothing and make a big mess. Fortunately, you can learn how to get glue …
Everyone loves warm and cozy fleece when the weather gets colder, whether that be fleece clothing or fleece blankets. But whether you’re buying ready-made fleece clothing or using it for a sewing project, one of the things that is important to know about any fabric is whether or not it will shrink when you wash …
Watching your kids or grandkids roll playdough snakes will bring a smile to your face. But playdough playtime too often results in sticky dough smashed into the carpet or smeared on clothes. After you scrape the sticky residue off your kitchen table, you may find yourself wondering how to get playdough out of clothes. The …
Whenever I use caulk, I always get more on my clothes than the task at hand. Usually, it’s all over the legs of my jeans or on my sleeves. As I like my garments to be caulk-free, I need to find out how to remove the gloop. This leaves me with a very important question. …
Whether you spent an evening by a campfire or found a great piece of vintage clothing that still smells like the original owner’s cigars, chances are you’ll need to know how to get smoke smell out of clothes at some point in your life. To get the smell of smoke out of your clothes or …
Whether an accident at the gas station or home caused you to get gasoline on your clothes, it can be tricky to remove. You are dealing with a hazardous stain from the liquid itself and the strong smell that comes with gasoline. That’s why in this article I’ll teach you how to get gasoline out …
Do you own a favorite hoodie given to you by a boyfriend or bought from a band you used to love? Everyone loves the cozy, hooded comfort of these baggy sweatshirts, but sometimes these roomie garments can get a bit too baggy! If you struggle with hoodies that swallow you up, you can easily learn …
I love the look and feel of Cashmere. It has a reputation for being difficult to care for, though. Dry cleaning Cashmere can be pricey. The thing is, Cashmere can be washed. This complete guide will show you how to wash cashmere safely and effectively. Cashmere is a luxurious wool fabric used to make cozy …
Maybe you like vintage-style t-shirts and jeans. Maybe you just like the softer, less coarse feel of well-worn clothing against your skin. Either way, you probably find yourself wondering how to fade clothes and get that classic vintage look and softened texture in your wardrobe. The best way to fade new clothing is to wash …
Have you ever taken your clothing out of the washing machine and noticed a stain that wasn’t there before? If you’re wondering what it could possibly be, then the answer is probably laundry detergent. Don’t worry though, those stains can be easily removed with a few household products. Rubbing alcohol, vinegar, baking soda, dish soap, …
One of the most common ingredients in over-the-counter acne medications and creams is benzoyl peroxide. Like most peroxides, benzoyl peroxide can have a bleaching effect on materials it comes into contact with. But does benzoyl peroxide bleach clothes? Benzoyl peroxide can bleach clothes quickly and easily. It can also leave a rust-colored or orange stain …
In this day and age, pretty much everyone from toddlers to grandparents owns at least one pair of jeans, but not every pair of jeans suits every person! With so many different types of jeans to choose from, you may end up with a pair that isn’t quite right for you. When that happens, you …
There are dozens of benefits to riding your bike, from exercise to protecting the environment. However, the moment that oily bike chain touches your pants leg, those benefits might fly out the window. Luckily, bike grease stains don’t have to put your clothes out of commission. You can get bike grease out of clothes by …
If you have a collection of old t-shirts stuffed into the back of a drawer, you may want to consider hauling them out and removing old logos and lettering to make those shirts usable! Of course, most t-shirts have a vinyl design heat set into the fabric. If you want to revitalize your t-shirt collection, …
