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[post_page_title]Fabric swatches in new clothes[/post_page_title]

Those little fabric squares that come with new garments are a bit of a mystery for most people. It seems like they’re meant for patching up holes and tears, but in that case, why are they so darn small? Well, that’s because they’re meant to be used as detergent testers.

Fabric swatches in new clothes

So before you wash that garment for the first time, toss the fabric sample in with a load of laundry. That way, you can make sure your detergent and softener are safe enough for your new purchase.

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