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This is not good. But as I recall, there have been some other issues with that contraption? So, it might be on the list for replacement in the future? Something to look forward to before it gets a case of terminal indigestion.

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Pogonip
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Yup, just Lego people! :D Mind you, if neighbours DO go AWOL, I'll check the washer. I know it's an evil eater of what it shouldn't!

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Kate XXXXXX

Yeah... Never again will I buy a Whilpoo appliance! It WASHES beautifully, but has always eaten socks and other smaller items, including a brand new pair of Sloggi briefs and a band new and very expensive bra! (A machine washable one, too, so there really was no excuse!). It's already held together with duct tape... I just want it to keep going until next spring!

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Kate XXXXXX

You know that putting small items in a zipped bag will prevent losing them in the washer. After buying 2 lace-net lingerie bags, that tore apart in no time, I simply made some of very thin cotton, zipped up. They work very well and I don't remember the last time I tore up a bra or lost a sock. Ingenuity at work! Emily

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CypSew

I have been unable to read the sewing groups for almost a week, and thought the server was not working. This has been a problem off and on for the past several weeks, but usually not for so long. DS is at home today and during a break this morning, he checked everything for me, and guess what? It was my internet cable, the plastic connecter had simply worn out. He replaced it with an older one he sometimes uses in his bedroom until he has a chance to buy a new one. Mine has been in use since 2001 and has been plugged/unplugged countless times. I am so happy to be able to finally read them, and also receive personal mail again. I'm going to spend the day catching up on all the news. Emily

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CypSew

Yep. Same situation here. Next time you have an empty glass jar, like from jelly or something, wash it out and save it. That becomes the Laundress' Tip Jar. I have one in my laundry room. I say glass because it makes a delightful noise when you toss the change in there. heh heh

Oh, BTW, did you know thumb drives are washable????? LOL I wouldn't reccommend this treatment, but DH's survived both the washer and the dryer just fine in the pocket of his Docker's. He was looking high and low for the stupid thing before getting ready to go on a business trip. Then I remembered I'd washed all the Docker's. Pulled them out of the suitcase, searched through the pockets and lo & behold there it was! I felt so ill. Gave it to him. He fired up the laptop, plugged the geek stick in and it was fine as can be. Whew!

Sharon

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mamahays

I just finished some cargo shorts for my DD. Seems to be on everyone's project list this summer. ;)

One of my favorite online fabric stores is fabric.com (NAYY.)

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Brushed Twill or the Poly Cotton Twill would work well for cargo shorts. Wash and dry the fabric first the way you want to be able to wash theshorts.

Also, keep an eye on this page:

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change their stock Frequently. The 6 oz. denim would be too lightweight for shorts. That's about what I would call denim shirting. (14 ozis about what they make Levi's out of just to give you some frame ofreference.) But depending on how small your DS is, if he's a toddler, thatwould be ok for shorts for him. Just depends on how much wear and tear youexpect him to put the shorts through. Too, if you are looking at a local fabric shop, and aren't sure what the fabric is called, look at the end of the bolt. There is supposed to be a label on the end of every bolt that says what the fiber content is, what the width of the fabric is, and suggested care methods. And usually, it will say what type of weave/knit the fabric is. Like twill, dobby, etc. (also look for signs above the rack the bolts are on in the chain stores.) When you find something you aren't sure of, get as much of that info as you can. Then post here and tell us what it said. You know we are always happy to help. ;) If you can tell us more about what the store says the fabric is, we would be delighted to give you guidance on what it would work well for.

Sharon

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mamahays

Glad to know that, Sharon. DS has gotten careless recently in not checking the pockets, thus leaves things in his jeans and shorts pockets. His business wardrobe goes to the cleaners, and I always check those pockets carefully, too. One DGS left his Nano IPod in his jeans pocket and it went through both washer & dryer; needless to say, without surviving. His Mom said she thought she'd checked them, but missed it somehow; they're so small. After that, he is careful to make certain he leaves nothing in the pockets. Now, he is saving money for a new one, the other was a gift. Emily

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CypSew

Surprisingly enough I found that cell phones are washable too! I washed my son's cell phone in his pant's pocket. Fortunately, I caught it before it went into the dryer. I googled "wet cell phones" and found all kinds of information. The most common recommendation was to put it in the oven at about 250 degrees. My oven wouldn't let me set a temp that low, so I put it in the crockpot on low, setting on the rack. You must remove the SIM card first and not put that in. After several hours it was dried out and I replaced the SIM card. The phone still worked, but only on vibrate, no more ring tones. He ended up getting a new phone several months later when he moved to college, but at least I salvaged that one with all its prepaid minutes.

Nancy

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tteigen

Oh goodie! You have given me hope that the battery from my digital camera might have survived a swim in my coffee recently. I haven't had the courage to test it yet.

Rita L.

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Rita in MA

Thanks for posting this. It is definitely good news for all laundry queens. Sharon

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Seeker

thanks, thats a great site. since i do not know alot about different types of fabrics i have been hesitant to buy from on-line sources ... so far

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> the Brushed Twill or the Poly Cotton Twill would work well for cargo shorts.> Wash and dry the fabric first the way you want to be able to wash the > shorts.>

i like the brushed twill... now i am trying to find some light weight material for **late** summer shorts as it swelters here (S.E - hot-lanta). in july/august, i have some heavy and light twills, the light weight is tolerable i would like to use something like my swim trunks material (light, breezy, wispy, but tough)

sewing is a recent hobby for me and a couple of times i have gone to the local hancocks and just wandered the aisles feeling and looking at the fabrics threads/weave/knit etc, but i do not have much time to do that these days

i have been thinking of getting a swatch guide from some on-line sites where you get a big batch of fabric swatches for a nominal cost then i can feel and look at the fabric types at my leisure

thanks for ideas sharon robb

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Robb, a swatch guide is a good idea.

My DH's favorite hot weather (NE Alabama, almost as bad as hot-lanta) shorts are made of a lightweight fabric called sheeting. Since it's

100% cotton it may not be as tough as what you're looking for, but he says it's extremely comfortable to wear.

Doreen in Alabama

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Doreen

Totally understandable. If you want to educate yourself on the different types of fabrics, there are also some books out that you might look for. You can try your public library. I'm giving you links to them on amazon just so you know what to look for.

Claire Shaeffer's Fabric Sewing Guide:

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About Cotton:
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one comes with a swatch set too.)All About Wool:

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Any Fabric by Claire Shaeffer:
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are some others out there. But IMO, these are the best of the bunch. The first one on the list is about the most in depth book I've ever seen onfabrics. She not only tells you the best use for different fabrics, andwhat needles to use, and what seam finish to use, she tells you how it'smade too. Really a nifty book. (and having met Claire Shaeffer once, Ican tell you it's written by a really nifty, sweet lady too.)

Ah ha! My brother lives in Peachtree City. So I know you mean HOT AND HUMID. lol You want to find something that will wick moisture away from your skin and be breathable too. There are some high tech fabrics that will do that for you.

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This is a reallygood source for "outdoorsy" fabrics. They are great about answeringquestions too. That page will tell you about wicking fabrics. Now, you could go with the long-time Southern standard and use seersucker.
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makes seersucker so comfortable in hot and humid is it BREATHES verywell. The different tensions of the stripes (some are woven really tight,some are looser and puckered looking) allows a lot of room for air to getthrough. It's not as durable as twill or the nylon that your trunks aremade from. But it sure is comfy stuff. :) You want cotton, not poly inthis case.

Very good idea. As you surf through online stores, look for ones that will send you a print catalog. A lot of them that do that will include a swatch set in the catalog. And most of the time the catalogs are free, or very cheap.

HTH

Sharon

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mamahays

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