Velcro was invented in the early 1940s after a clever Swiss scientist returned from a walk with his dog. George de Mestral was busily removing cockleburs from his own pants and his dog’s fur when he ...

Use a fabric shaver, razor, or scissors on a flat surface to gently remove lint balls. Lint rollers or sticky tape work well for small areas or light pilling. To prevent pilling, wash garments inside ...

Winter sweaters often fall prey to lint and pilling due to friction and aggressive washing. Experts advise washing less, using cold water, and gentle cycles. Avoid hanging sweaters; instead, fold them ...