10 Ways To Make Your Clothes Last Longer
In this economy we need to find ways of saving money. Making your clothes last is key.

1. Clothes can be worn more than once. (unless you work in a ditch)
This saves your clothes from fading and wear and tear. It save you money cause you are using less detergent, water, gas, and that's great for the environment too.

2. Freshen up clothes; by using a fabric re fresher and let air dry inside or out. fresh air is great for clothes (unless you have allergies) Remember direct sun light has a bleaching affect so don't leave dark clothing out too long.

3. Read labels. Not all fabrics are created equal. Follow all washing instructions.

4. Treat stains right away. Don't let stains sit, they will be harder to get out!

5. Wash dark clothes in cold water. Keeps clothes from fading. Using cold water also saves you money and is great for the environment, because it uses less energy.

6. Do not mix whites and lights with darks. Dark clothes tend to bleed their color.

7. Separate by fabrics when drying your clothes. Do not put light weight permanent press clothes in with heavy cottons. Cottons need high heat, perms need the permanent press cycle. You can burn clothes.

8. Remove Clothes from dryer, fold or hang right away to avoid wrinkles.

9. Hang dry your clothes; they will smell fresh and will save them from shrinking.

10. Seek professional laundry help, if you are not sure how to wash an item.