There has been a great deal of publicity lately on the environmental impact of clothing manufacture and waste. There are plenty of stylish and eco friendly clothes available but if you are shopping on a budget, these clothes may be out of your price range. Many may think that it is not possible to be frugal, eco friendly and stylish at the same time. In some ways eco friendly, stylish and frugal can go hand in hand. Carefully considering each purchase, buying quality clothes that will last,clothes swapping, recycling and wearing second hand clothes and developing an individual style are all great ways to be stylish and eco friendly on a budget.
Instructions:
1)Think carefully about your own individual style, the image that you would like to portray, what you would like to look like and what type and colour of clothes suit you. There are many websites that you can look at to get inspiration, ideas and advice on different styles of clothing. Try looking at some street style and fashion blogs.
2)Go through your wardrobe and sort out which pieces of clothing suit your personality, lifestyle, body shape and colouring. Make a pile of any that do not.
3)Ensure that all of your clothes do not need repairs e.g missing buttons and are clean.
4)Take all of the clothes that you no longer want along to a clothes swapping party or photograph them and swap them online. Any clothes that you are unable to swap can also be sold online.
5)Look at all of your existing clothes and clothes that you have swapped and decide if you have the right number and mix of clothes to suit your lifestyle. Once you ahve identified which clothes you need, buy more second hand clothes online as required.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
How to Take Good Care of Your Batiks & Most of Your Other Traditional Clothings
You wouldn't want to throw away something that you buy with expensive prize, just because you don't know how to take care of them.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1)Soak them in luke warm water with a little bit of fabric softener.
2)Hang & spread them to dry, but keep them away from sunlight exposure. Better use a fan to help you dry them faster.
3)Some of traditional fabric do not need to be ironed. You just need to fold or plead them nively before keep them in the drower.
4)Put moth protector agents, such as mothballs, cedar, etc to protect them from moth. Don't forget to change or put some more every couple of months.
5)By the way, some traditional fabrics of clothings do not need to be washed at all. You just need to hang & spread them, like what I've mentioned on step 2.
Things You'll Need:
Little bit effort
Luke warm water
Fabrick softener
Fan
Moth controlers (mothballs, cedar, etc.)
INSTRUCTIONS:
1)Soak them in luke warm water with a little bit of fabric softener.
2)Hang & spread them to dry, but keep them away from sunlight exposure. Better use a fan to help you dry them faster.
3)Some of traditional fabric do not need to be ironed. You just need to fold or plead them nively before keep them in the drower.
4)Put moth protector agents, such as mothballs, cedar, etc to protect them from moth. Don't forget to change or put some more every couple of months.
5)By the way, some traditional fabrics of clothings do not need to be washed at all. You just need to hang & spread them, like what I've mentioned on step 2.
Things You'll Need:
Little bit effort
Luke warm water
Fabrick softener
Fan
Moth controlers (mothballs, cedar, etc.)
How to Buy Women's Clothing on a Low Budget
It is possible to wear your favorite clothing trends and styles even when you are on a budget. You have to know how to shop right and how to stretch your dollar. By keeping up to date on clothing sales, shopping at thrift or factory outlet stores, you can find great bargain deals. Looking good doesn't have to cost a lot of money. You can still pull off high fashion even when you are on a budget.
Instructions:
1)Stay up to date with all of your favorite stores' sales. Sign up for on-line newsletters and check their websites and flyers frequently to see when the sales will be going on. The best times to shop for winter clothing is when the summer clothing is being put on display. Shop for summer clothing when the winter clothing is being put on the racks.
2)Browse your local thrift and goodwill shops. You can sometimes find great name brand clothing at bargain prices. People often turn in brand new clothing with the tags still on them.
3)Shop in factory outlet stores. Factory outlet stores often offer clothing at lower prices what si found in high end retail stores.
4)Read the newspaper for garage sales during the spring and summer time. Nice clothing can often be found at garage sales and offered at great prices.
5)Trade clothes with your friends or family members who wear the same size as you. Trade clothes with each other and everybody gets a few new outfits.
Things You'll Need:
Newspaper
Coupons
Email account
Friends or family who wear the same clothing size
Instructions:
1)Stay up to date with all of your favorite stores' sales. Sign up for on-line newsletters and check their websites and flyers frequently to see when the sales will be going on. The best times to shop for winter clothing is when the summer clothing is being put on display. Shop for summer clothing when the winter clothing is being put on the racks.
2)Browse your local thrift and goodwill shops. You can sometimes find great name brand clothing at bargain prices. People often turn in brand new clothing with the tags still on them.
3)Shop in factory outlet stores. Factory outlet stores often offer clothing at lower prices what si found in high end retail stores.
4)Read the newspaper for garage sales during the spring and summer time. Nice clothing can often be found at garage sales and offered at great prices.
5)Trade clothes with your friends or family members who wear the same size as you. Trade clothes with each other and everybody gets a few new outfits.
Things You'll Need:
Newspaper
Coupons
Email account
Friends or family who wear the same clothing size
How to Stretch a Clothing Budget
Behind shelter, transportation and food the next big bite out of everyone's budget is for clothing. Look fashionable without taking out a big bite of your budget by using a few tools to get the most for the money. Follow the steps below for budget stretching ideas.
Instructions:
1)Shop at high end retail stores only when they have a good sale. Anything that is not at least 25 percent off stays on the rack and doesn't go into your shopping bag, no matter how fabulous it looks on you. This is the best way to get quality clothing that will stand the test of time.
2)Choose clothes from discount stores such as T.J.Maxx, Marshall's, Syms or Filene's Basement to get designer brands and good quality for a lower price. Visit these stores often as the merchandise changes frequently
3)Check consignment shops that carry upscale clothing lines. These budget stretching shops will give you quality for a smaller price tag than a department store. A good consignment shop will carry only gently worn pieces of clothing, but still check zippers and other fasteners to make sure no repairs are needed.
4)Trade clothes with a friend or sister who is the same size you are. You can double the size of your wardrobe by sharing and swapping. What is old news to you may be just what your friend is looking for to stretch the clothing budget and vice versa.
5)Use online sites to search for inexpensive clothes. Stores such as Kohl's and Old Navy often post great sales on clothes in the middle of a season. You can get good prices for a piece of clothing that you still have plenty of time to wear.
6)Try thrift stores. Many times, these clothes (all are usually donated) are out-of-date or heavily worn, but if you'll check the "Better" racks, you can often find top quality clothing that is still new with tags.
Instructions:
1)Shop at high end retail stores only when they have a good sale. Anything that is not at least 25 percent off stays on the rack and doesn't go into your shopping bag, no matter how fabulous it looks on you. This is the best way to get quality clothing that will stand the test of time.
2)Choose clothes from discount stores such as T.J.Maxx, Marshall's, Syms or Filene's Basement to get designer brands and good quality for a lower price. Visit these stores often as the merchandise changes frequently
3)Check consignment shops that carry upscale clothing lines. These budget stretching shops will give you quality for a smaller price tag than a department store. A good consignment shop will carry only gently worn pieces of clothing, but still check zippers and other fasteners to make sure no repairs are needed.
4)Trade clothes with a friend or sister who is the same size you are. You can double the size of your wardrobe by sharing and swapping. What is old news to you may be just what your friend is looking for to stretch the clothing budget and vice versa.
5)Use online sites to search for inexpensive clothes. Stores such as Kohl's and Old Navy often post great sales on clothes in the middle of a season. You can get good prices for a piece of clothing that you still have plenty of time to wear.
6)Try thrift stores. Many times, these clothes (all are usually donated) are out-of-date or heavily worn, but if you'll check the "Better" racks, you can often find top quality clothing that is still new with tags.
How to Stretch Your Beauty Budget
Whether you need to get pretty in a pinch or simply want to declutter your makeup bag, you'll love these use what you have beauty tricks.
Instructions:
1)Pinky, rosy lipsticks can work just like cream blushes. Just make sure to use only the tiniest dab. Lightly tap your finger on the lipstick. Smile big and gently dab the color on the apples of your cheeks. Then blend in with your fingertip for the perfect flush. Make sure to keep the rosy shade on the apples only.
2)Cuticle creams soften the dry, cracked skin around your nails by adhering to the cuticle and using your body heat to melt into the skin. And the super moisturizing emollients in lip balm seep slowly into your skin the same way. Let the oils really sink into your cuticles and wipe your nails clean before you polish your nails. Why? Any oil residue can make your polish chip or bubble!
3)You don't need a special pomade to get thick, frizzy hair to behave. The waxy emollients in lip gloss work just as well to keep down the frizz and amp up the shine. Warm up a dab between your palms, glide your palms over the problem area, then brush with a boar bristle brush until your hair looks controlled and smooth.
4)Craving the shimmery glow that's all the rage right now? Dig into your makeup case for a pale, pearly eye shadow! It's an easy substitute. I sweep it right where I'd put on highlighter. It has the same radiant effect at a fraction of the cost. Pick your favorite area to highlight -bridge of nose, jaw line or brow bone - and lightly sweep shadow on that area using a fluffy brush.
5)No need to spend money on pricey eye makeup removers - just use baby oil. The oil breaks the seal that makes water resistant mascaras and eyeliners stay put. Saturate a cotton pad with the oil and gently sweep the area until it's makeup free. Wash your face afterward to remove any excess oil.
6)The same ingredients that hydrate curly hair also cause hair cuticles to lay flat when you blow dry hair with a round brush. The result? Smooth, pin straight hair! Use a wide toothed comb to distribute a dollop of curl cream to soaking wet hair before you blow dry.
7)Out of shaving cream? Hair conditioner will leave your legs just as nick free and smooth.
Instructions:
1)Pinky, rosy lipsticks can work just like cream blushes. Just make sure to use only the tiniest dab. Lightly tap your finger on the lipstick. Smile big and gently dab the color on the apples of your cheeks. Then blend in with your fingertip for the perfect flush. Make sure to keep the rosy shade on the apples only.
2)Cuticle creams soften the dry, cracked skin around your nails by adhering to the cuticle and using your body heat to melt into the skin. And the super moisturizing emollients in lip balm seep slowly into your skin the same way. Let the oils really sink into your cuticles and wipe your nails clean before you polish your nails. Why? Any oil residue can make your polish chip or bubble!
3)You don't need a special pomade to get thick, frizzy hair to behave. The waxy emollients in lip gloss work just as well to keep down the frizz and amp up the shine. Warm up a dab between your palms, glide your palms over the problem area, then brush with a boar bristle brush until your hair looks controlled and smooth.
4)Craving the shimmery glow that's all the rage right now? Dig into your makeup case for a pale, pearly eye shadow! It's an easy substitute. I sweep it right where I'd put on highlighter. It has the same radiant effect at a fraction of the cost. Pick your favorite area to highlight -bridge of nose, jaw line or brow bone - and lightly sweep shadow on that area using a fluffy brush.
5)No need to spend money on pricey eye makeup removers - just use baby oil. The oil breaks the seal that makes water resistant mascaras and eyeliners stay put. Saturate a cotton pad with the oil and gently sweep the area until it's makeup free. Wash your face afterward to remove any excess oil.
6)The same ingredients that hydrate curly hair also cause hair cuticles to lay flat when you blow dry hair with a round brush. The result? Smooth, pin straight hair! Use a wide toothed comb to distribute a dollop of curl cream to soaking wet hair before you blow dry.
7)Out of shaving cream? Hair conditioner will leave your legs just as nick free and smooth.
How to Stretch Your Makeup Budget
The vast majority of women would certainly like to know simple and easy ways to stretch their beauty and makeup budget or make products last longer. Here are
some ideas to get started.
Lipstick
Many women own a few shimmery lipsticks they use regularly to complete their look. What happens when the lipstick is almost gone? Don't toss it out. Scoop out the remaining lipstick and place it in a small jar. Add lip balm, mix together, and you have a great lip gloss to use for several more weeks.
Hair Spray
Use a pump hair spray? Once the spray is less than half full open the top and fill with water. Use as usual.
Hair Gloss
Those who use liquid hair gloss in pump bottles can also add water to the mix once it is less than half full. Shake after adding water and use as usual.
Liquid Makeup
Once liquid makeup is almost gone it tends to dry up. Add water to water based makeup. Shake well. And continue to use as usual.
Liquid Makeup2
If the makeup is oil based add a few drops of facial moisturizer. Shake well and use as normal.
Powder Makeup
Add a few shakes of baking soda to loose face powder. Mix together and use normally. Makes skin look silky smooth.
Shampoo
Once that shampoo starts to get low add water. That's right add water. Adding water is the perfect way to stretch that shampoo and make it last longer. Works especially good with really creamy shampoo.
Conditioner
Add a bit of water to your conditioner to make it last longer. Just don't get too carried away.
Facial Moisturizers
Add a few drops of water to your favorite facial moisturizer to make it last a bit longer. Shake well and use.
Body Lotion
Add a few drops of baby oil, or olive oil to the body lotion. Shake briskly and use. Makes it thick and creamy plus last much longer.
Makeup Remover
Out of makeup remover? Grab a box of baby wipes. Makes an excellent and low cost makeup remover. Most have added moisturizers that wipe away makeup, dirt, flakes, mascara.
some ideas to get started.
Lipstick
Many women own a few shimmery lipsticks they use regularly to complete their look. What happens when the lipstick is almost gone? Don't toss it out. Scoop out the remaining lipstick and place it in a small jar. Add lip balm, mix together, and you have a great lip gloss to use for several more weeks.
Hair Spray
Use a pump hair spray? Once the spray is less than half full open the top and fill with water. Use as usual.
Hair Gloss
Those who use liquid hair gloss in pump bottles can also add water to the mix once it is less than half full. Shake after adding water and use as usual.
Liquid Makeup
Once liquid makeup is almost gone it tends to dry up. Add water to water based makeup. Shake well. And continue to use as usual.
Liquid Makeup2
If the makeup is oil based add a few drops of facial moisturizer. Shake well and use as normal.
Powder Makeup
Add a few shakes of baking soda to loose face powder. Mix together and use normally. Makes skin look silky smooth.
Shampoo
Once that shampoo starts to get low add water. That's right add water. Adding water is the perfect way to stretch that shampoo and make it last longer. Works especially good with really creamy shampoo.
Conditioner
Add a bit of water to your conditioner to make it last longer. Just don't get too carried away.
Facial Moisturizers
Add a few drops of water to your favorite facial moisturizer to make it last a bit longer. Shake well and use.
Body Lotion
Add a few drops of baby oil, or olive oil to the body lotion. Shake briskly and use. Makes it thick and creamy plus last much longer.
Makeup Remover
Out of makeup remover? Grab a box of baby wipes. Makes an excellent and low cost makeup remover. Most have added moisturizers that wipe away makeup, dirt, flakes, mascara.
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