Don't Shrink Your CrocsI purchased my first pair of Crocs this year and was really enjoying them especially working out in the garden. Crocs are made of Croslite which is a comfortable material that shapes itself according to the wearer's feet. I learned to not put my Crocs out in the hot sun for a long time, especially if they are wet.
Prolonging the Life of PantyhoseOk, I am a HUGE pantyhose fan and I try to wear them every day. I adore the way they add contrast to my legs, help shape my body, the delicate hug and compression, the sexy "Hey, here are my legs!" shimmer, and the concealment of imperfections and their transformation into testaments of feminine power and grace. Even their scent is admired by many men and women alike.
Breaking in New ShoesI was getting blisters from my new shoes. A neighbor told me to rub clear deodorant where I was getting the blisters. This helped until I broke them in.
Stop Static Cling With Hand LotionRub a small amount of lotion onto your hands then rub your palms over your pantyhose or slip. This works, I do it all the time. There is nothing more aggravating than static cling. Lotion is usually something you have in your purse so if you forget before you leave the house you can do it at work.
Check Clearance Racks for ShoesNothing beats a yard sale or consignment shops, but always look for the clearance rack at any store. I've found some great shoes at Bob's stores, Sears, JC Penney, Lord and Taylor, Payless, etc.
Buy Brand Name Shoes OnlineAs I have back problems, there is only one shoe that I can wear comfortably. It is the Easy Spirit Traveltime clog. It doesn't matter where I buy them, they fit comfortably. They are usually about $70.
Go Barefoot Whenever PossibleI agree that you should buy decent, well-fitting shoes instead of cheap ones but sometimes this is really not possible. Forty years back after buying the children properly fitting shoes, there was usually only enough money left for jumble sale shoes for me.
Cover Clothing Stains With PaintI have a nice pseudo-Irish off white sweater in raw silk. When it got washed, a pinkish stain got on the bottom part. It's smaller than the bottom of a glass but unsightly.
Adjust Those Bras with Bra ExtendersOccasionally, I find that a bra is a bit too tight, even though it should fit. The answer? Old-fashioned bra extenders! They are strips that you hook onto the back of the bra that give you more "eyes" to fasten the bra with.
Leave Blouses ButtonedI have arthritis and don't like tight clothes; so, even my cotton blouses are loose. That means that when they are buttoned, I leave them that way all the time. They are easy to get over your head like a T-shirt, easy to leave on the hanger, and easy to throw on when you don't have much time.
Freshening Dresser DrawersPlace fabric softener sheets in dresser drawers and your clothes will smell freshly washed for weeks to come. You can also do this with towels and linen.
Make Your Clothing Multi-taskMake your clothing multi-task. Wear a sweater over a dress and turn it into a skirt. Wrap a shawl around your waist and it is a sarong.
Buying Clothes You Will WearI have found that the key to getting a good clothing bargain whether at a thrift store or high-end store is to only buy if it is exactly what I like.
Find Inexpensive Ways to Follow Fashion TrendsI realize that I have gotten into the habit of looking at fashion trends in magazines, then figuring out an inexpensive way to follow the fashion.
Use Shower Gel to Wash DelicatesWhen I used to get shower gel in an expensive perfume gift set. I learned that the shower gel is just delicate enough to use on my delicates.
Wet Shoe Laces To Keep Them TiedWhen shoe laces won't stay tied, wet the shoe lace and then tie it. It will stay tied.
Winter Life for Summer Children's ClothesAs summer comes to a close many delve into closets to wake the warmer clothing from its summer hibernation. Yet, while adults can pack away summer clothes for next year, children often outgrow their summer clothes before another summer season arrives.
Ignore Fashion, Buy What You LikeThere is fashion and there are things you just like. Espadrilles, for example, those rope soled canvas shoes that originated in the South of France. They come in both flat and wedge styles.
Tips For Easing Into Vintage ClothingI remember when I first started to wear vintage things, and I was nervous about it. So here are a few tips. Don't go totally vintage, use a vintage piece here or there, and use quality items.
Getting The Right Shoelace LengthGetting The Right Shoelace Length. In case you ever got to the store and remembered you needed shoelaces but forgot what length, here is a tried and true formula. Count the number of holes on EACH side of your shoe, than multiply that number by 3.
Quick Shoe ShineFor a quick shoe shine, turn to your husband's car care stash. "Armour All" will shine shoes very quickly; and it lasts a long time as well.
Planning Your OutfitsI got so tired of having nothing to wear, I was going crazy. I decided to tear into my closet and put some outfits together including jewelry and shoes and write each one down.
Stubborn Shoelace KnotsStubborn shoelace knot? Sprinkle on some cornstarch before working the knot free.
Make Pantyhose LastWhen I open a new package, I put the pantyhose immediately in the freezer overnight which sets the mesh and resists snags and tears. When removed and warmed to room temperature, I spray the pantyhose lightly with hairspray.
Use Newspaper to Dry the Inside of Wet BootsNow that it is boot season, many people in our family have wet insides of the boots after being outside. To make them dry faster overnight, stuff them with crumpled newspaper. It absorbs the moisture away from the lining. Works every time!
