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Tips For Getting the Most Out of Your Children's Clothes:
We pay good money for our children's clothes so why shouldn't we be caring for them properly? Here are some tips that I found that really work to keep kid's clothes in excellent shape. After all, we must pass them on to the next okayer right?!!
Prevention is Key

Using clear nail polish, dab the center of each button on a new garment to seal in the threads.
Do not allow the kids to play outside or in other dirty places with their "good" clothes on. Always use "play" clothes for messy activities.
Be sure to use bibs on infants at all times.
Roll up the sleeves before eating and make sure you carry stain wipes at all times.... just in case!
General Wash Guidelines

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper wash care of a garment.
Remove items from pockets as they tend to cause rips or snags. Paper and excessive lint in pockets can cause severe piling.
Wash like colors together with one exception. If it is the first time you are washing a dark colored article of clothing then wash it alone, inside out. Run the rinse cycle after removing it to wash out any left over dye.
Turn colored and dark garments inside out to prevent fading. It is the rubbing against the other clothes that leads to premature fading.
Look for rips or small tears that can be sewn up prior to washing.
You should wash lint making items separately from those fabrics that catch lint, including dark colored items.
Always wash towels separate from clothing.
Stain Removal

For stains, soak in warm water with Oxy-clean.
If a garment does fade onto another garment, try using Rit dye remover.
Wash whites in hot water and bleach.
For tougher stains, make a paste of Oxy-clean and Era detergent.
Drying Clothes

Line drying is always best.
Do not overload dryer.
Proper Storage

Store in plastic containers.
If moths are a problem use cedar chips. However, be sure to place them above the items you are protecting because the fumes travel downwards.
If your cedar closet is old an no longer smells of cedar, which is what deters the moths, then lightly sand to release the aroma once more.
Everyday Care

Use a lint remover roller or brush to remove lint and dust.
Use a clothes shaver to eliminate piling.
Use wax to keep zippers functioning properly.
De-wrinkle clothes quickly by using Magic Sizing spray or hand in the bathroom near steam.
Deterring Moisture

Place pieces of chalk wrapped in tissue paper in the container to soak up excess moisture.
Place pieces of cardboard throughout the container to capture moisture.
Care for Shoes

To clean up the look of frayed shoe laces simply dip them into clear nail polish. It also makes them easier to thread!
Use a baking soda paste to remove scuffs on shoes.
Spray a light coat of spray starch onto new tennis shoes. This makes it nearly impossible for dirt to embed itself into creases and makes them easier to wipe clean.
Use Vaseline to shine shoes. Rub small amount all over shoe then wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Shine patent-leather shoes using a vinegar dipped, damp cloth.
A bit of baking soda in the shoes prevents awful odors.
Place a bit of salt into shoes to control the moisture that leads to the smelly odor.
I hope this information helps. I use these tid-bits to keep my boy's clothes in great shape!!
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