How to Protect and Clean Suede Garments and Shoes

This article gives a variety of tips on how to clean, protect and store suede garments and shoes to keep them looking like new.

Stains on suede can be difficult to remove, so it's in your best interests to protect your garments to keep them looking like new. There's several ways to protect and clean suede before it becomes permanently stained. This article gives...

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A Dozen Clothing Care Tips that Will Save You Money

Taking proper care of your clothing will make them last longer and will save you money. These practical tips will help you protect your clothing investment.

Clothing, especially your career wardrobe, is an expensive investment, and taking proper care of your clothing can save you considerable money over time, not to mention the time and frustration of having to repair or replace garments unnecessarily. Excessive cleaning...

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Ten Stubborn Stains and How to Remove Them

From grass to hair dye, beer to beetroot and red wine, they're all annoying stains to remove. Panic no more, this article looks at 10 common stain culprits and provides practical tips for easy removal.

Spilling something on your favourite top or finding an annoying stain in a prominent place on your clothing are both really annoying. A quick wipe with a damp cloth works wonders on some stains, but others are exceedingly annoying to...

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Five Tips on Preparing Your Laundry for Washing and Drying

Tending to the laundry can be a time consuming and frustrating experience. There are five tips that can be used to aid you in preparing your laundry for washing and drying.

Without a doubt, the prospect of doing the laundry is dreaded by the typical person. In point of fact, there are a number of tips associated with the chore of laundry that can make the whole process far easier...

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Wool Garment Care

Read how to care for wool garments, avoid wrinkles and keep them looking better for longer.

Once a wool garment is worn, it should be left on a quality hanger for 24 hours. Any wrinkles that were produced during the wear generally release by themselves if the garment is left hanging for a period of time....

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How to Iron a Shirt like a Pro

Ironing a shirt to perfection may seem like a mystery of the universe, but the step-by-step instructions and tips in this article will give you the confidence to achieve professional results every time.

If the prospect of ironing a shirt has you bewildered, just follow these instructions and before you know it you’ll have a perfectly ironed one that would make your mama proud. The first thing to do is choose a well-lighted...

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