Colander as Laundry Aid

A clever way to repurpose an everyday item.

Colander as Laundry AidPhotos: Erica McCartney; Styling: Linden Elstran

Hand-launder delicates. A colander shields them from any residue in the sink that can harm the fabric, such as peroxide from toothpaste or caustic agents from cleansers.

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