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Don’t throw away your clothes, think about ALTERATIONS!
In the UK alone, around 300,000 tonnes of clothing still go to landfill and incineration per year. Think of all these beautiful garments...
Farthings
Feb 23
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The 12 stains of Christmas!
You may find over Christmas many mishaps happen so there's a stain guide to help you 12 stains of Christmas.
Farthings
Dec 5, 2023
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5 Common Dry Cleaning Myths
Myth: Dry cleaning damages clothes
Fact: When done by a qualified and reputable dry cleaner, dry cleaning does not harm clothing.
Farthings
May 27, 2023
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How to clean a puffa/puffer jacket?
Keeping your puffa or puffer jacket clean can be challenging. It requires special care to ensure the fabric and insulation remain intact...
Farthings
Mar 24, 2023
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Turning your shirt collars
I thought before I came to work with Farthings Dry Cleaners that if your shirt has a worn collar, this is it! We cannot save the shirt!
Farthings
Mar 16, 2023
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Why do moths eat clothes?
Firstly, to set the record straight, it is not actually the moths that are eating their way through your wardrobe…it is their larvae!
Farthings
Feb 13, 2023
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School blazers repair and clean
A school blazer can be made of a variety of fabrics. The most common fabric for a school blazer is a natural fabric of cotton and wool.
Farthings
Aug 2, 2022
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Sheepskin coat and jacket cleaning
Sheepskin is a really warm and cosy material for winter wear. How to keep it clean and refreshed for long term use?
Farthings
Feb 4, 2022
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Cleaning of ski wear in Cambridge
The ski season, which we have been waiting for so long, has finally arrived, as snow has started to occupy its place in various skiing...
Farthings
Jan 3, 2022
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Taking Care of all your Christmas Table Linens
Although Christmas 2021 isn’t going to be the same as other years, I'm sure we are all planning on having a traditional Christmas Dinner...
Farthings
Dec 1, 2021
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Give your old clothes a new life and change the carbon footprint.
Repairing our clothes is incredibly important. Give your old clothes a new life and change the carbon footprint.
Farthings
Jun 25, 2021
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Which fabrics are the most sustainable?
When shopping for sustainable fashion, there are a few points to be considered
Manufacture – Garments are made by people who are treated...
Farthings
Jun 12, 2021
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Harrods jacket cleaning
We had one customer who brought in a Harrods Jacket to be cleaned for her mother, so she can wear it for a wedding...
Farthings
May 20, 2021
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Why is my jumper/coat bobbly?
Why is my jumper or coat bobbly?
Farthings
Apr 29, 2021
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How to care for my faux (artificial leather) clothing?
Faux is an artificial fibre. It feels and looks like leather, also known as leatherette, pleather or vegan leather. It is a durable...
Farthings
Jan 27, 2021
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Tartan / Kilts History and How to care for your kilts or Tartan
Tartan is undoubtedly one of the best-known cloths in the world. This has become the national costume of Scotland, commanding a unique...
Farthings
Nov 21, 2020
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Can dry cleaning kill bacteria and viruses?
The world is facing the worst situation ever because of this coronavirus pandemic. During this time, we are very worried about catching...
Farthings
Nov 16, 2020
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What to do with your wedding dress
What to do with your Wedding Dress after the Big Day? There are plenty of options for what to do with your wedding dress after the big...
Farthings
Nov 10, 2020
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Can vinyl trim get damaged during the dry cleaning process?
Nowadays, vinyl clothing is in vogue. Vinyl material gives a perfect shiny look of leather for less price. Sometimes clothes...
Farthings
Oct 30, 2020
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Summer clothes storage
With the days growing shorter and colder, it’s time to think about storing away your summer clothes safely...
Farthings
Oct 22, 2020
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