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.
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.
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!
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!
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
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
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
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.)
On this page:
Also, keep an eye on this page:
Sharon
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
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
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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Thanks for posting this. It is definitely good news for all laundry queens. Sharon
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
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
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
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:
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.
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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