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ShopSmart Puts Fast Clothing Fixes to the TestNot all TV gadgets solve fashion jams. One gadget worth a go; four products to skip.
The October 2013 issue of ShopSmart, from Consumer Reports, highlights findings from its test of five fast clothing fixes – finding only one worth a try – and other pro tricks to try in a pinch that can combat lint, blouse gaps, hems and more. “Many of these clothing gadgets didn’t work any better than a needle or thread or other cheaper fixes,” said Lisa Lee Freeman, editor-in-chief of ShopSmart. “You’ll almost always have a reliable fix for a fashion crisis with our pro tricks.”While four of the five TV gadgets ShopSmart tested were letdowns, Style Snaps, $10.00, Band-Aid-like strips designed to change the hem length on pants without sewing, ironing or gluing was a winner, especially on straight-leg pants. ShopSmart’s testers found the Buttoneer, $14.00 plus $6.95 S&H, a device that claims to attach buttons in seconds without sewing, difficult to use, and it was only effective on small buttons. The Stretch Genie, $10.00 plus $6.95 S&H, claims to stretch too-tight leather shoes – and it does – but the product left ugly bumps in the shoes in the process. Three Tricks to Try in a PinchNo matter what the occasion, always be prepared for a possible fashion jam. Here are some pro tips that can tame unruly fabric, hold a button in place and more:
For more findings from ShopSmart’s tests of fast clothing fixes, check out the October 2013 issue of the magazine on newsstands now. About Consumer Reports
Founded in 1936, Consumer Reports has over 8 million subscribers to its magazine, website, and other publications. Its advocacy division, Consumers Union, works for health reform, food and product safety, financial reform, and other consumer issues in Washington, D.C., the states, and in the marketplace. About ShopSmart Magazine
It’s ideal for busy shoppers who place a premium on time. ShopSmart has a newsstand price of $4.99 and is available nationwide at major retailers including Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Kroger, Safeway and Publix. ShopSmart is available by subscription at www.ShopSmartmag.org. SectionsNewsTopicsConsumer Reports, LIsa Lee Freeman, ShopSmart, Yonikers NY |
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