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How to Care for  Pleated Clothing by Nikki Willhite There was a time when everyone had a pleated wool plaid skirt in their closet. While that is no more the case, pleats are a classic detail in clothing, and they aren't going anywhere. Pleats are popular because they are very comfortable to wear. You may have to take tiny steps in a pencil skirt, but you can jump hurdles in a pleated skirt! Pleats are not limited to skirts. They are show up on the bodices of blouses, as well as the shirt tails. One thing that has not changed about pleats is that they are hard to care for. HERE ARE SOME IDEAS TO HELP YOU WASH AND PRESS PLEATED CLOTHING Washing - Always wash pleated clothing inside out. - Remove pleated clothing from the washing machine while still slightly damp. Try and avoid the final spin. - Hang to dry. Ironing - Use spray starch on pleats before ironing them. - Press pleats on top of a piece of sandpaper. The sandpaper will help hold them in place so you can iron the pleats accurately. - To keep the lines of the top please from forming creases on the fabric that is underneath, use paper bag strips between the layers of the pleats when pressing down with the iron. Pleats can be stylish and fun. If you want to buy a garment with pleats, it may not cost you any extra money, but be aware that it will take a little more work to keep the garment looking good. About the Author: Nikki Willhite, mother of 3 and an interior design graduate, has been writing and publishing articles on the topic of frugal living for over a decade. Visit her at www.frugalhappyfamilies.com - where you will find hundreds of frugal living tips and articles. Frugal Happy Families- more than just money!

 

 

 

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