We hang out to dry 99% of our laundry

My Idea:

Saves a lot on electricity plus we like the smell. We live where it gets VERY windy at times and our clothespins were constantly getting “ sprung” and the clothes would be then be left to fall to the ground. Found ourselves buying clothespins way too often. Looked up clothespins on Amazon thinking I’d find a stronger type. And boom! Found these!

I was skeptical although the write up said they’d still hold onto your clothes in high winds. We’ve had these a year now and not one has sprung, nor let go of our clothes. They are pretty inexpensive too. Pen shown to..



What did people say?

  • ⇒ Melissa: I never understood when people say they like the smell. What are you smelling, fabric softener, scented detergent? I hang my clothes and do not use either. What am I missing. My clothes just smell like clothes, nothing really. I have those clips mine are plastic coated in bright colors. I've had them for years and not enough of them. They are great for heavier items and very windy days.
  • ⇒ Renee: I hang the clothes on hangers, then on the line and save a step.
  • ⇒ Denise: They have colored ones like this at the Dollar Tree! I have gifted my whole family with packages of these...i use them as bag clips too!
  • ⇒ Cindy: I never use our dryer. It just sits there collecting dust. I hang my clothes/ whatever year round. Either outside or inside to dry.
  • ⇒ Debbie: Also, if you look at estate sales they will have older clothes pins which are much stronger and better.
  • ⇒ Lori: I use these as closures for bread bags, chips, etc. I've used them for years. They were called French clothes pins. Year ago I bought them at Cost Plus (later World Market). Love them!
  • ⇒ Deborah: I have had similar stainless steel clothespins for about 5 years and have never had a problem with them. I don’t own a clothes dryer, everything is either hung outside on the line or inside on a drying rack.
  • ⇒ Yvette: I grew up hanging laundry outdoors. But where we are now isn't ideal despite the crazy hot weather due to extremely high allergens and pollutants in the air.

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