How to hand wash clothes
How much of your laundry do you wash by hand? Some people put everything in the washer and dryer. (If an item is worse for the washing machine wear, so …
Quality clothing — How to tell if clothes are well made
We need new skills as we strive to throwaway less, simplify our lives, and be mindful about how we’re impacting the environment. These skills include things like mending and repairing, …
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12 tips for washing kids’ sports uniforms
Does anyone else think it strange (and a little unfair) that kids’ sports uniforms are kinda finicky when it comes to washing? I mean what clothing gets a harder workout …
Swimsuit care — 4 easy steps to keep your bathing suit in top shape
I used to think that for such a little bit of fabric swimsuits were awfully expensive. Then I tried to make one. Now I’m willing to pay a pretty penny …
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Clotheslines
Hanging laundry on a clothesline isn’t a chore for me — it’s a delight! And climbing into freshly line-dried sheets at night is one of life’s simple luxuries. I’ve almost …
Sneakers — How to keep your kicks clean and long lasting
I love white sneakers. And I’ll wear them with anything, so you’d think they’d be a good investment. Trouble is, they stay white for about seven minutes. So mostly I …
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Tights — How to make them last (pantyhose, too!)
One way to evaluate the cost of clothing is based on number of wearings it provides. In other words, if I spend $100 on a coat and wear it every …
How to clean and protect jewelry
Whether you like accessorizing every outfit with a carefully chosen array of jewelry or you stick to a basic favorite or two most days, it’s a good idea to know …
Taking care of your clothes iron — How to keep your iron in good condition, including tips for getting that grubby soleplate clean
I love a new clothes iron. It’s not that I like fancy new settings (I almost always iron on the same setting, the hottest, with steam) or designs. I just …
Taking care of boots
I’m hard on boots and shoes. My mom often told me that growing up, and it always baffled me (still does, to be honest). Is it because my feet are …