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Linen looks good but is notorious for creasing. Here's how to get the best from this stylish fabric.
Linen wrinkles and creases very easily so if you want it to appear smooth and flat, it needs ironing. It may also need starching. However, the wrinkles in the fabric are often considered … View moreLinen looks good but is notorious for creasing. Here's how to get the best from this stylish fabric.
Linen wrinkles and creases very easily so if you want it to appear smooth and flat, it needs ironing. It may also need starching. However, the wrinkles in the fabric are often considered part of linen’s character, and many linen garments are now designed to be air-dried and worn without ironing.
Tips for machine washing linen
• Check the care label for guidance on washing temperature.
• Always separate dark/coloured linens from white or off-white linens to avoid colour transfer in the wash.
• The first time you wash a linen article, wash it separately from other materials. Linen can cause lint.
• Linen is a natural fibre that can absorb a lot of water. This means it is prone to heavy creasing in the wash. If you give linen items a lot of space to move around in the washing machine drum, this should reduce the amount of creasing. It is best to only half fill the machine.
• Avoid using bleach on linen, as this weakens the fibres and it may affect the colour of dyed linens.
• Bleach particles in conventional washing powder make natural linen colour fade, so use only mild detergents.
• If possible, choose a wash programme with a long soak, a short wash/rinse and a short spin and using a moderate to cool temperature.
• When the wash cycle is finished, immediately remove items from the machine to avoid any extra creasing.
• Straighten out and gently stretch the linen after the wash.
• Line-dry or air dry or dry flat.
•Do not tumble dry linen, as it may leave permanent creasing and it will shorten the life of the item. If you dry linen in a hot tumble dryer, it can shrink up to 15%.
Note: Linen can generally be machine washed at high temperatures but this can cause shrinkage. Modern detergents generally work just as well at a lower temperature so it is not necessary to use a hot wash. We recommend the maximum temperature you use for linen is 60°C.
Hand washing linen
Fine embroidered or hand hemmed/stitched linen items need extra care. It is usually best to hand wash these items or take them to a professional cleaner.
• Use water that is comfortably warm to the touch (blood heat) and also ensure you use the correct washing detergent (see advice above). This should be dissolved/evenly distributed in the water before you add the item.
• Let the item soak for up to two hours to ensure the fibres are saturated.
• Use gentle agitation to wash the item.
• Rinse the item in three clean rinses of cool water, or rinse until the water is clear.
• Between rinses and at the end of the wash, squeeze the excess water out of the item.
• Starch the item at this stage (if you are using starch).
• Dry flat if possible, gently pulling item to the correct size. Alternatively line-dry or air dry. Do not tumble dry.
Ironing linen
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We have volunteers and specialists, who like fixing things, available on the day. They also like to teach you skills, so you can try it yourself next time something needs fixing. Bikes, clothes, small electrical household items, broken porcelain, fashion jewellery and many more repairs will be made… View moreWe have volunteers and specialists, who like fixing things, available on the day. They also like to teach you skills, so you can try it yourself next time something needs fixing. Bikes, clothes, small electrical household items, broken porcelain, fashion jewellery and many more repairs will be made on the day.
We are looking forward to see you and what needs fixing!
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Serena Williams has the most Grand Slam wins (23) among active players. While she has won seven titles each at Wimbledon at the Australian Open,
she has won her home Grand Slam six times starting all the way back in 1999. She has also won the French Open thrice.
Why does the tennis … View more—
Serena Williams has the most Grand Slam wins (23) among active players. While she has won seven titles each at Wimbledon at the Australian Open,
she has won her home Grand Slam six times starting all the way back in 1999. She has also won the French Open thrice.
Why does the tennis world claim serena williams as the goat. This is absolute garbage.
She is nothing more than the best tennis player of the modern era and has never won a grand slam.
She has only won 23 major tennis titles and would be thrashed by Steffi graf and Margaret court who is the goat.
What is a Tennis Grand Slam?
Originally coined in 1933, Grand Slam refers to a player winning all four major tennis tournaments in a calendar year, including the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.
The achievement is so rare that only five players have completed the feat in their careers
To date, only five players, male or female, have achieved the feat playing singles. Here’s a list of the players who have completed a Grand Slam.
Player Year Country Discipline
Don Budge 1938 America Singles
Rod Laver 1962 Australia Singles
Rod Laver 1969 Australia Singles
Maureeen Connolly 1953 United States Singles
Margaret Court 1970 Australia Singles
Steffi Graf 1988 Germany Singles
Rod Laver’s accomplishment is unique because he not only achieved it twice but did so as an amateur before and after the Open Era, which began in 1968.
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions club are holding a garage sale in the near future. Do you have any clean suitable goods that you want to give to a charity? We collect.! Small or large lots accepted.
Contact Barry on Tel (04) 904 0568 or Peter on (04)904 2699
www.kapitipakekelions.org.nz.......
Join Murray Crawford as he explains the ongoing health benefits of consuming mother nature’s ‘superfood’, Colostrum.
With over 35 years experience Murray’s presentations are always
in demand as he guides you through the reasons why
Colostrum should be part of your
daily … View moreJoin Murray Crawford as he explains the ongoing health benefits of consuming mother nature’s ‘superfood’, Colostrum.
With over 35 years experience Murray’s presentations are always
in demand as he guides you through the reasons why
Colostrum should be part of your
daily supplementation.
WHERE:- Room 4 at the Johnsonville Community Centre
WHEN:- Tuesday 6 September 7.15pm - 8.30pm
Seating is limited so call/text Gary on 021 1155049.
A group of us went to Priscilla at Southwards last night. If anyone is looking to see a highly entertaining show, don't miss it. The singing, acting, costumes are amazing and of course the music is great. Well done to everyone pulling off such a great show & a special thank you to … View moreA group of us went to Priscilla at Southwards last night. If anyone is looking to see a highly entertaining show, don't miss it. The singing, acting, costumes are amazing and of course the music is great. Well done to everyone pulling off such a great show & a special thank you to Otaki Players :-)
Say goodbye to Winter and hello to Spring.
Thinking of selling?
Talk to me today and see how you could save!😀
☎️ Brendon 0800 87 68 254
www.tallpoppy.co.nz......
A great set of drawers in good used condition. Mahogany veneer.
6 drawers in working order.
139 cm wide.
66 cm high
40 cm deep.
A couple of imperfections. Slightly dark water stain on top and some veneer coming off on bottom of drawer frame.
Must pick up Otaki.
Candidate profile statements for this year’s local election are now available on our website and will also be sent out with voting papers during September 2022. Want to see who's standing for Kāpiti? Visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
62 nominations were successfully lodged for Kāpiti’s… View moreCandidate profile statements for this year’s local election are now available on our website and will also be sent out with voting papers during September 2022. Want to see who's standing for Kāpiti? Visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
62 nominations were successfully lodged for Kāpiti’s vacant roles – it’s great to see so many people keen to represent their communities. 👏🏼
Celebrate Spring at Upper Hutt's 21st annual Upper Hutt Spring Festival. A fun filled family day out with 200 street stalls from around the country, live entertainment, fabulous food trucks, children's rides and displays. Something for the whole family!
Saturday 10 September
9am to … View moreCelebrate Spring at Upper Hutt's 21st annual Upper Hutt Spring Festival. A fun filled family day out with 200 street stalls from around the country, live entertainment, fabulous food trucks, children's rides and displays. Something for the whole family!
Saturday 10 September
9am to 3pm
Main Street, Upper Hutt
Kora saves the day with 13c off a litre!
In a world of rising fuel prices, a hero has come to save every day! Join Kora and save a super 13 cents a litre on every fill at Waitomo until 30th November.
Kora is the Kiwi fuel payment card that saves you 10c a litre every day at Mobil and Waitomo.… View moreKora saves the day with 13c off a litre!
In a world of rising fuel prices, a hero has come to save every day! Join Kora and save a super 13 cents a litre on every fill at Waitomo until 30th November.
Kora is the Kiwi fuel payment card that saves you 10c a litre every day at Mobil and Waitomo. Fill up when you want and pay later with weekly, fortnightly or monthly billing.
With prices flying high, now’s the time to save more with 13 cents off every litre at Waitomo until 30th November. Apply today!
** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 4 - 6pm: "Drive Live" - with Tanya...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - An absolutely fabulous show, on every Friday night.
* Saturday 10am: "The Blue's Train" -… View more** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 4 - 6pm: "Drive Live" - with Tanya...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - An absolutely fabulous show, on every Friday night.
* Saturday 10am: "The Blue's Train" - Join Ryan Gatling for an hour of very cool music, with some funky 70's stuff right here!
* Sat 1.30pm: "Aviation Past and Present" - John Skene talks with Graeme Joyes about Zeppelin's - NOT the Led variety...😉😎😉
* Sat 2pm: "NZ Music" - Todd Zaner joins you again for a special Margaret Urlich tribute show.
* Sat 7pm: "Joe's Jams" - Local lad Joe Shaw presents his music picks...
* Sat 8pm - 12am: "Rock back the clock" - with our groover, Dave Dee!
* Sunday 6.30am: "Factum Agri Show" - Bridging the urban-rural divide.
* Sun 7am: "Suzy & Friends" - Great entertainment to big kids and little kids.
* Sun 9am: "Children's Story" - with the lovely Vivienne Bailey.
* Sun 12.30pm: "Local Architecture Now" - see separate post.
* Sun 6pm: "Book reading" - Dr Angela Robertson reads from her 4th book, 'Creating Life on our own terms" - this time her subject is Maureen Taylor (repeats next Wednesday 7th Sept. at 3pm).
* Sun 8pm: "World Maritime Memories" - Wallace Trickett presents....history, sea-faring tales and more...
* Monday 10.30am: "Political Point of View" - Graham Priest talks to more local body election candidates.
* Mon 7pm: "HOT Topic" - THE FINAL SHOW!!! Whereby the mic is turned on the interviewer and Pete G (pictured) becomes the interviewee! Thanks for your mahi and effort Sir!
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