Hey, it may seem simple but sewing on a button is one of those basics you never ask, “How?” because you’re supposed to know. So, for all those out there who panic when their son’s button falls off his Shabbos coat, we got you. And even if you’ve been sewing on buttons for years, you…
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How to Fold Towels So They’re Always Pretty and Neat
Follow these tips and you’ll have those pretty piles you’ve always admired. (Plus, scroll down for our fav towels) You love the look of a nice neat linen closet, but somehow your towels just don’t have that polished look like you see in your dreams. We’re here to help! The key is consistency. There isn’t…
How to Clean a Yarmulke
It’s not rocket science nor is it always salvageable…but I find these little tips and some general knowledge of the nature of yarmulkes goes a long way in getting them clean and lasting longer. Being in the yarmulke line for 10 years, I am constantly confronted by frustrated moms, “Motty [insert the name of your…
This Way to Clean Tzitzis is the Easiest of Them All
It’s super practical and super doable. This is the tzitzis washing hack that will be your go-to once and for all. Back in 2018, we shared all different ways to clean tzitzis in this post. When I showed my cleaning lady the post so she could wash my boys’ tzitzit without the strings getting ruined,…
This Simple Trick Will Keep Your Tzitzis Strings from Fraying
It’s kind of tedious to do, but worth it when the strings stay fresh looking wash after wash. We all know that after one or two washings, tzitzis strings start fraying. Some brands/types are worse than others, but eventually they all start looking fuzzy. What’s the solution? Good old super glue! The tricky part is…
Got a Spot on Dry Clean-Only Clothing? This Is a Quick Solution
No need to run to the dry cleaners every single day during Yom Tov season. With Yom Tov season coming up there are going to be lots of dressing up and food combined. That means there will be stains on your new, nice clothing. For lots of machine-washable clothing, no prob, we’ll wash, hang, and…
How to Get Away With Less Ironing
This simple trick can save you from hours of ironing. Want to know something strange about me? I enjoy doing laundry. When I’m not pressed for time, I find folding laundry relaxing. There’s something so satisfying about watching the neatly folded piles growing. Know what I really don’t enjoy? Ironing! It’s one of my least…
A Yeshiva Bochur’s Quick Guide to Laundry
Eventually they’ll have to do it. We broke it down to their specific wardrobe. There comes a time in almost every yeshiva bochur’s life where he becomes responsible for cleaning his own clothing. Realistically, they’re not getting too fussy over it. We made it as simple as possible for them to follow the “laundry rules”…
Our Beginner’s Guide to Laundry
Are you new to the laundry game? Are you responsible for getting your clothes clean for the first time in your life? We’re here to help! It’s not rocket science, but learning the laundry basics can feel overwhelming. So let’s break it down together and you’ll master it in no time. Let’s start with separating….
The Best Product for Removing Laundry Stains
No more dreaded grease stains – this product removes them even after they’ve gone through the dryer! When I saw this product advertised as being capable of removing old grease stains, I was skeptical. When I saw the hefty price tag, it almost seemed like a scam. But, in the name of testing the best…
