Using fabric softener on various clothing items is arguably a bittersweet experience. On one hand, your laundered items become soft and static-free, while on the other, their water-absorbency decreases significantly. The trade-off might not be a big deal for regular…
A new towel is all soft and fluffy. But after several months of use, there is no harm sprucing it up to restore it to the original texture and absorbency. With an odd texture that leaves your body wet after…
It takes little effort to just throw clothes in the washer, turn on the normal cycle and snuggle on the sofa waiting for the machine to do its job. But if you want your new blue jeans to stay blue,…
One of the clothing care tips I learnt from my old lady while growing up was to soak and wash new darks and colored clothes in salty water. Mum said that it sets dye in fabrics, preventing them from losing…
Every closet is incomplete without black clothes unless you are Lisa Rae. Think of the little black dress that makes you look so chic, or the black suits that give you credit for the best dressed employee in your firm…
Wrinkling is not a problem you commonly experience with leather unless it is a result of a natural aging process which gives off a unique appearance. That said, creases and wrinkles are bound to happen with some unaged leather items,…
Think of how many times your pockets have run dry mid-month. The last thing you want is to spend on things you can forgo at such a time. Laundry detergent is such a thing, if you have an alternative product…
My family is gradually growing bigger. As a result, new challenges are cropping up, including our appliances seemingly becoming smaller. In the last couple of months, our food storage needs have increased and our refrigerator’s freezer is no longer the…
Looking for the right laundry basket is quite tricky, considering the fact that the consumers of today are spoilt for choice. With numerous options ranging from bamboo, willow, seagrass and rattan traditional wicker baskets to modern plastic, fabric and wooden…
If you have no laundry detergent and have run short of money, you might get the temptation to use dish soap in its place. You might also have the cash but limited time to run to the shop or order…
