Tag Archives: laundry

When Towels Take Over

I figured something out today. I have too many towels. Yes, that’s right. For every load of laundry I do, there are four or five towels which must be added in. (And I do a whole lot of laundry. You have no idea.) Then, about double that amount comes out of the dryer, half of which end up on the floors of bathrooms, at the bottom of laundry hampers, stuffed under beds, and wadded behind toilets. The person who did this is called “Not Me.” “Not Me” is quite the culprit in my house. This character spills random liquids in … Continue reading →

Mishaps and Mismatched Socks

As usual, things are hopping around here. We manage to stay pretty busy. This weekend was no exception and Super Mom over here (not!) got behind on stuff due to running errands and Christmas shopping. So, Sunday evening as I dried my youngest daughter’s hair after her bath, I was trying to figure out how to get her into bed on time. She likes to sleep with socks on but the socks I washed were still in the dryer. Nothing like doing clothes at the last minute, huh? I spent a few minutes trying to match up some odd socks … Continue reading →

Top Five Tips for Fresh, Clean Towels

You probably find yourself washing towels frequently, and if you have a large family, it might be every day. While washing towels is not too complicated, there are still some issues that need attention, as noted below. Towels and other linens can be a haven for bacteria and mildew. 1. Remove towels and other linens from the washing machine as soon as possible. Allowing laundry to sit for even short periods of time in warm or humid conditions can quickly lead to mildew. While you might not see or even smell it, mildew spores can grow rapidly. 2. If it … Continue reading →

How To Avoid Dry Cleaning Disasters

Prior to becoming a work-at-home mom I saw the clerk at the dry cleaner more than I saw my parents. Ninety-five percent of my professional wardrobe was “dry clean only,” which meant I visited my local dry cleaner at least twice a week. All in all, I would consider myself one of the lucky ones–save for a single nasty episode where I took my favorite winter coat to be cleaned and never got it back–I had pretty good luck dealing with my dry cleaner. However, there is the dreaded flip side of having someone else clean your garments—broken buttons, ruined … Continue reading →

Five Reasons To Buy Extra Laundry Baskets

Back-to-school sales are in full swing. Sure, I take advantage of rock-bottom prices on crayons, tablets and pens, but the sales that interest me most are the ones targeted at the “Back-to-College” crowd. Stores like Target, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Kmart and Linens N Things are currently offering great savings on household items from towels to trunks, mini-refrigerators to magnets. But, the one item I always stock up on during these seasonal sales is the laundry basket. I never seem to have enough laundry baskets… and it’s not because I have a ton of dirty clothes, it’s because I use … Continue reading →

Household Product Alert–Dryer Sheets

They’re powerful enough to eliminate static cling and can leave a load of laundry smelling like a field of fresh lavender or a mountain breeze, but using dryer sheets to keep your baby’s clothes cuddly soft, could be a potential hazard. The majority of children’s sleepwear is labeled “Flame Retardant”. But ingredients in fabric dryer sheets and other fabric softeners may mask the flame retardancy of 100% polyester sleepwear. For that reason, companies like “Arm and Hammer”, caution consumers about the dangers of using their fabric softener products on flame resistant fabrics. Also, babies are especially sensitive to chemical irritants, … Continue reading →

Save Money While Doing Your Laundry

Strangely one of my favorite chores is laundry. I have never figured out why, but its kinda relaxing for me and I can do so many other things at the same time. However, doing laundry can get expensive with all of the different products available. From detergents, to stain sticks and sprays, boosters and bleaches to fabric softener sheets, there are so many different things to try. But there are definitely a couple of ways to cut costs. Fabric Softener Sheets Do you want to make them last a little longer? Just cut them in half. Some people cut them … Continue reading →

Save Money When Drying Your Clothes

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Did you know that there are ways to make your clothes dryer run more efficiently? If you can make a few changes in how you do your laundry you will save money each time you dry a load of clothing. Here are a few tips you might like to try: Locate your dryer in a heated space. Depending on the climate that you live in, this could mean keeping the either inside or outside of the main part of your home. In a warm climate, a garage is a great place for your clothes dryer. The same space would get … Continue reading →

Cleaning: Little Jobs for Little People

We already talked about the fact that small children like to help around the house. In fact, it makes them feel important and included. Unfortunately, there are times when it’s easier to do the work yourself than it is to try to teach or help your little one do tackle a project. Since I’ve been dealing with these same issues, I decided to make a list of projects little ones can handle without much supervision. I already mentioned folding towels and setting the table, but here are a few more options: Washing Cabinets This is a great job for little … Continue reading →

Organization: More Small Space Organizers

Here are a few more handy storage and organization solutions: Under Shelf Organizers There are different types of under shelf organizers that can be utilized to make your kitchen more efficient. One style is the under shelf basket that hangs from the shelf and offers a small storage area just below it. Baskets may be small or large depending on cabinet or closet space, and can be used to hold everything from placemats and linen napkins, to utensils, or cookbooks and magazines. Another creative solution is under shelf organizers that attach to the bottom of a shelf and have routed … Continue reading →