Laundry and Ironing

Delicate fabrics, such as silk, can sometimes be stressful to wash. There are labels with warning signs and buckets of information out there instructing us to be careful not to cause any damage. So, what do we do?!  Luckily, most modern washing machines now have ‘hand wash’ settings, which are perfect for most delicates (read […]

Washing your favourite sequined dress or a new pair of jeans with a chain across the hip could seem like a daunting task! How do you wash these items without damaging or shrinking them? Clothes with embellishments tend to not be designed for frequent washing. Try not to wash them too often. If the only

Whether you’ve been researching penny-saving laundry hacks or natural cleaning alternatives, you’ve likely stumbled across bicarbonate of soda at least once.  In fact, this popular baking agent doubles as an effective cleaner in an array of different scenarios. But can you put bicarbonate of soda in the washing machine? Well, the answer is yes you

We all know the drill when it comes to doing laundry. You put clothes in, add detergent, and hit the start button.  But what is the difference between a wash and rinse cycle on a washing machine? And which one should you use for your particular load of laundry? Here’s a breakdown of each cycle

It’s a sad day when you notice your black t-shirt is starting to look a little faded, and you decide it might be time to part ways.  But what if there was a way of breathing new life back into your old, faithful top? What if you could restore it to its original colour? Restoring

Professionally dry cleaning clothes can be time consuming and expensive. So much so, that more and more people are choosing to dry clean clothing at home!  But how do you dry clean laundry in the house and what materials really need to be dry cleaned?  There are multiple ways you can dry clean clothes at

Essential oils are a popular natural alternative to synthetic fragrances. Their aromatic properties can be enjoyed in many ways, including diffusing them into the air, applying them topically or even adding them to your laundry.  But is it safe to use essential oils in the dryer? Keep reading to find out. Can Essential Oils Go

Permanent press is one of those terms that most people have heard of, but what does it actually mean? When should it be used and how do you do it?! Read on to find out!   What Is Permanent Press? Permanent press is simply a setting on a washing machine or dryer that aims to

Modern washing machines have plenty of settings to choose from. Whilst this is super handy for getting the most out of our washing, at times it can be a little bit confusing as to which setting we should pick!  Read on to find out what “rinse and spin” is and when we should be using

Whether you air drying or tumble drying clothes is better all boils down to what it says on the label as well as your personal preferences. Since everyone has their own opinion regarding this matter, let’s check out a comparison of these two drying solutions to see which one you should use.    Air Drying