We’ve written often about wine stains and how to remove them on your clothing, rugs and furniture. But, did you know soda is a common stain we see on clothing and area rugs? Soda stains are dark, sticky and come in all colors. Even the…
Thanks to all the rain we’ve been having this summer the grass and dirt outside are often muddy. My kids came home from a neighbor’s house just last night with mud up the back of their shorts and t-shirts. I’m tempted to never let…
Leatrice Eiseman Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute (the global color authority and provider of professional color standards for the design industries for more than 50 years), states that Fall 2015 brings us back to “progressive moments in American history — from the seductive ‘20s to…
Lighten your load and pass along this guide for doing the laundry to your High School and College kids living at home with you. You may enjoy the refresher as well. 1. Check all care labels. Separate out items that need to be hand washed or…
Do you often wonder how long you can keep a bed pillow? Changing the pillowcases regularly isn’t enough to keep them clean and supportive forever. Some sleep experts suggest replacing a pillow every few years but it’s really up to you. If you’re not sure if…
Warm weather and sunshine helps our flowers and trees blossom but it also coaxes weeds to pop up in our garden beds and from the tiniest cracks in the sidewalk. You can kill those pesky weeds without spending a lot of money and without using…
Summer is here and as it heats up, it’s nice to know that dressing up a pair of shorts for evening is no new trend. We wouldn’t recommend shorts for a dressy, black tie event but dressed up shorts are definitely appropriate for many most…
You’ve probably heard of the wedding day tradition where a bride is supposed to wear something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. According to The Knot, this tradition goes back to an old English rhyme about the four objects that will bring good luck…
Most likely your wedding day will go off without a hitch. But, for peace of mind, ask members of your bridal party to keep a few supplies on hand – just in case. Always have safety pins on hand. All too often someone steps on your…
Whether you are headed half way around the world or just to the next town, you want your wedding gown to look fresh and unwrinkled for the ceremony. Our Certified Wedding Gown Specialists™ can help you pack your wedding gown for travel or press your wedding…