Laundry and Ironing

We’ve all been there. We’re busily baking away when – oh no! – we trip up on our slightly too big Bob the Builder slippers and we face plant in the flour. No? Just me then. Ok, I bet you’ve had a non-cartoon-footwear-related flour mishap, and wondered just what you do with that flour that’s […]

There’s no denying that wrapping yourself in a large, fluffy towel after getting out of the shower is one of life’s little luxuries. Not only do towels help dry you off, but they can also be put on display to add to the aesthetic of your bathroom. However, it is not uncommon for pink marks

Stains are a common problem that can quickly ruin the appearance of your favourite clothes, carpets, and bedding. Whether it be food and drink spills, makeup smudges, or muddy footprints, nobody wants a discoloured blotch to be permanently embedded in the fabric. When removing accidental stains, knowing whether hot or cold water is best can

With the wide variety of different laundry detergents available, it can be hard to know which one to buy. Not only do you have to choose between brands, scents, and whether the detergent is non-bio or not, but you also have to choose which type of laundry detergent you want. The four most common types

Hoodies are casual, easy-going clothing. Luckily, their care instructions are just as easy-going as the garment itself. However, you might still be asking yourself whether it’s fine to put your hoodie in the washing machine. Read on to find out the answer.   Can You Put Hoodies in the Washing Machine? It’s generally fine to

Flip flops are the ultimate easy-going summer shoe. But because we wear them barefoot, they can get pretty dirty (and a bit smelly). Cleaning them properly is a must before you store them away for the winter, otherwise they won’t be nice to wear next year. So, can you put flip flops in the washing

To get the best results from your iron, you don’t just need a good ironing board, you need a good cover as well. A good ironing board cover can make a world of difference between having a garment that is full of wrinkles, and one that is perfectly wrinkle free. Having a smooth surface on

How do you wash golf gloves? One word. Sparingly. Golf gloves are very delicate items that don’t enjoy much in the way of cleaning, which can be tricky after they’ve seen a course or two. And why do they have to be white so often? Was there ever a less practical colour for a sporty

Knitwear can be difficult to care for properly, as the material’s construction is far more delicate than woven fabric. A light snag, if left untreated, can lead to the garment unravelling, which is obviously the last thing you want for your knitted sweater! So, what’s the best option for washing knit sweaters? Can a washing