Aorangi, Feilding

832 days ago

What is Fabric Pilling?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw.

You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or broken fabric fibres that … View more
Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw.

You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or broken fabric fibres that rise to the surface and knot together after being rubbed or subjected to any friction. The loose fibres that are bunched into balls also bring in strands that are still secured to the fabric itself, thus the balls stick around on the exterior. Even though people are dismayed to see pilling on their items, understanding fabric pilling helps to prevent and remove these bothersome balls.

Causes of Fabric Pilling
What does it mean when fabric is pilling? Pilling is a result of normal wear and tear that causes friction on the fabric. Simply wearing clothes, using your couch or otherwise rubbing up against the material gives the possibility of pilling. Washing and drying clothes or fabric can also speed up the pilling process as it causes multiple surfaces to rub together fairly quickly and for a long period of time.

Sometimes you can have pilling that differs in colour to the base fabric as multiple coloured fibres have migrated and twisted together. Although not desired, a little decorative perhaps?

Pilling is more noticeable on synthetic fibres. This is mainly because natural fabrics shed loose fibres easily and naturally slip away so they tend to not become matted into balls. However, synthetic fibres are extremely strong, so it will pill and then remain strongly attached to the fabric.

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832 days ago

Your children are amazing!

NumberWorks'nWords Palmerston North

Every child is unique. At NumberWorks'nWords, we know that your child is amazing already. We just help them prove it, so that they shine when it's their time! ?

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832 days ago

What would you add to this list of budget-boosting crops?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Have you grown these veges and fruits, and what's on your list of money savers and budget boosters?

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837 days ago

Capers on Wheels menu for 15th of August week

Capers Cafe

If you would like to place an order please call the cafe on 063542770 or send us a message on Facebook 👍

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833 days ago

SALE !!! Wool Criations end of season - 20% storewide

Marg Goffin from Wool Criations

From Monday 22nd August - 10 days only. Be in quick. All possum & merino, knitting yarns, tapestries etc.

834 days ago

Motorbike shocks

Paige from Roslyn - Terrace End

Motorbike shocks off a
Suzuki AX100
Abit off 310mm long from center of mounting holes and mounting holes are 12mm

Price: $30

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835 days ago

Quilting

Quinton from Milson

I am keen to hear how many quilters are out there?

836 days ago

Free rug and paint stuff

Quinton from Milson

Hi neighbours, Ive just put out a 2.4 x 2.6m carpet and some paint stuff, also put out the pigmented sealer and aquaenamel more than half tins left, on Rosedale Crescent in Cloverlea

836 days ago

Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View more
Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).

So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.

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836 days ago

Driver Licence Translations for NZTA

Translations & Interpreting Coordinator from Global Translations

Certified translations of all documents, such as birth, marriage and death certificates, apostille, driver licences, immigration documents, etc. Experienced online and face-to-face interpreters for any event. Call now or visit our website at: www.globaltranslations.co.nz...

Negotiable

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836 days ago

Suzuki Jimny Bootliner

Stephen from Palmerston North Central

As per photo
Suzuki Jimny Bootliner for Jimny 1998-2017


Pickup Hokowhitu

Free

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836 days ago

AAAA/E96 batteries-BRAND NEW

Stephen from Palmerston North Central

I purchased these batteries today for a torch I have however the torch must have a fault.
Paid $12.40 for the 4 batteries Selling half price.

Price: $6

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836 days ago

International Youth Day

NumberWorks'nWords Palmerston North

International Youth Day is celebrated each year on the 12th of August, to bring attention to youth issues and celebrate their potential.

The theme of International Youth Day in 2022 is “Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health", focusing on the issues, … View more
International Youth Day is celebrated each year on the 12th of August, to bring attention to youth issues and celebrate their potential.

The theme of International Youth Day in 2022 is “Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health", focusing on the issues, and highlighting that no effort could be successful without the participation of youth. With the support of young people, world leaders can achieve their targets.

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837 days ago
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