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How to Clean Comforters and Quilts

Posted at 12:12, 12/04/2009 by JodyK

Most comforters and quilts are washable. Find out how.

Shorten Drying Time with a Quick Shake

Posted at 12:53, 16/03/2009 by JodyK

How lovely are clean, clothes warmed up straight from the dryer?

Stop Your Washing Machine from Making a Ruckus

Posted at 06:58, 09/03/2009 by JodyK

Why is my washing machine jumping all over the place? It can’t possibly be for the exercise.

Remove Fluff from Tissues Forgotten in the Wash

Posted at 10:35, 01/03/2009 by JodyK

I never seem to have a tissue handy when I need it, but somehow there’s always one hiding in one of my pockets for laundering purposes.

Clean the Inside of Your Washing Machine

Posted at 11:13, 01/03/2009 by JodyK

Turns out that all that dirt washing machines remove from our clothes doesn’t simply go down the drain.

How to Fix a Leaky Washing Machine Valve

Posted at 19:22, 09/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

Never hire someone to do something you could easily do yourself—like fix a leaky washing machine valve.

Whiten Clothes Naturally with Cream

Posted at 17:17, 02/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

Sometimes white clothes come out of the laundry with rust stains. You may want to grab the bleach and go crazy. Resist the urge!

Use Nylon Netting to Remove Dryer Lint

Posted at 21:37, 22/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

Try as I may to avoid it, I constantly struggle with dryer lint—on my sheets, on my shirts; on everything! Next time I wash a load I’ll try this idea from Household Tips.

Use Hair Conditioner to Un-Shrink a Wool Sweater

Posted at 17:53, 19/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

Don’t give that shrunken sweater to your niece—reshape it for yourself.

Un-Shrink Clothes with Vinegar

Posted at 17:57, 19/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

All you need is white vinegar and a sponge to bring your shrunken clothes back to life!

How to Clean A Baby's Car Seat

Posted at 09:35, 15/12/2008 by FionaLemon

Your baby’s car seat is a breeding ground for bacteria. Dried-on food and drool are not your friends! To get the most life out of your baby gear, follow these cleaning tips from eHow.

Baby Monitor Your Laundry

Posted at 09:38, 11/12/2008 by FionaLemon

Got a big house? Lucky you! Until its laundry day, that is. Instead of making frequent trips to the laundry room to check on your wash, try this idea from Mommy Tips.

Remove Mildew from Clothes with Salt and a Lemon

Posted at 18:18, 11/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

To think I once thought laundry required just detergent and water!

How to Wash and Dry Down Pillows and Blankets

Posted at 01:19, 12/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

In the winter time you can’t afford to go without your down blanket for too long. (Or hot chocolate, or comfort food, or copious amounts of wine, but I digress…) Here’s how to dry your down pillows and blankets, according to wikiHow.

Use Wool Dryer Balls Instead of Fabric Softener

Posted at 00:29, 11/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

It’s always worth it to go chemical-free if you can. Good Mama, Inc has a clever natural alternative for fabric softener: balls of wool.

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