Our wardrobes are a collection of diverse textiles, each with its own unique care requirements. From delicate silks to durable denim, understanding the specific needs of different fabrics is vital for ensuring the longevity of our clothing. In this episode, host Sarah Stancombe is joined by guest Leah Giblin to explore the world of fabric-specific laundry care.
Leah Giblin is a textile artist and consultant, as well as costume designer. She has worked on not only textile and costume projects with artists, but also, large scale textile artworks for Carriageworks, Performance Space, and Sydney Opera House. With a focus on sustainability and reducing textile waste, Leah Giblin has taught workshops on mending, natural dyeing, and upcycling.
In this episode, Leah Giblin shares the importance of identifying fibers, and catering your laundry care routine to their needs. Ultimately reading the tag and following the instructions on your garments is the easiest way to success.
Today, Sarah and Leah Giblin speak about misconceptions such as how much detergent to use, whether fabric softeners are even necessary, and Leah Giblin shares a recipe for a refreshing spritz to use on your clothes.
Connect with Leah Giblin via her website: https://www.daykeeper.com.au/ Connect with Leah Giblin via her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daykeeperscloth/
Leah Giblin’s book - 'How to keep your clothes forever' published by Harper Collins https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9781460766101/how-to-keep-your-clothes-forever/
Leah Giblin would like to share the following additional resources:
Spotless - is an excellent book on all things stain-busting by Shannon Lush and Jennifer Fleming https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9780730495918/spotless/
'Good On You' is a great website and app with a section called 'made from' that gives you information on fiber types, what they're made from and how ethical and sustainable they are. https://goodonyou.eco/category/made-from/
Textilepedia is another great book on fibre types http://booktopia.com.au/textilepedia-fashionary/book/9789887711094.html?source=pla&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAA-Ia9hO0teEj-8kzFrhwM9BWDsCAG&gclid=CjwKCAjwq7fABhB2EiwAwk-YbOSy5dnqNjvtFvzy792251w1NiZn4q8KmBBci12KCJA6bwAAS39mXxoCLB0QAvD_BwE
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