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This Is Why You Absolutely Need To Stop Wearing Shoes In Your House

I always wondered why so many cultures around the world (except for America) left shoes off at or outside the door. Now I know why! You shouldn't wear shoes in your home for several reasons.

Why you should never wash your jeans

Laundry is inevitable, but thankfully there are people like Levi’s CEO and President Chip Bergh who want to make our lives a little easier. According to him, you should never wash a pair of jeans. Ever. While this may prompt noises of disgust from those are less-then-enamoured by the idea of walking around in dirty clothes, Mr Bergh explained that he "spot cleans" any stains with a toothbrush.

Why almost every pair of jeans has a zipper that says ‘YKK’

If you look closely at the zipper on your pants right now, odds are that it has 3 letters engraved on the tab: "YKK." But what does it mean?

Your Next Step Podiatry

Make an appointment with one of our doctors for an evaluation to see if you qualify for a pair of shoes.

40 Pretty Feminine Walk-In Closet Design Ideas

We continue telling you how to organize feminine interiors in your house, and now it’s time for the temple of any girl – for a walk-in closet! There’s a pl

7 Expert Tips to Buying a Gym Membership

Because joining a gym should tone—not cost—an arm and a leg.

A Gift Guide for the Shoe Lover

A gift guide for the shoe lover in your life, even if that's you.

Shoe Repair Dynasty: A Dozen Cobblers Across 3 Generations

A cobbler in his mid-80s inspires a shoe repair dynasty that spans three generations.

Seeking shoe closure: Laces vs alternatives

The footwear industry is teeming with alternatives to traditional shoelaces—including Velcro, no-tie elastic systems, and clutch reel technology—that may offer

Shoes in disarray? Twin Cities startup's app brings repair shop to your doorstep

The startup has tapped into an unexpected market with a quick-turnaround concept for repairing, refurbishing shoes.

How an expandable shoe is changing lives

Shoes Our Dogs Have Chewed

It’s an unfortunate part of the association between our two species, but we seem to have different uses for shoes. We humans value them for keeping our feet warm, covered and fashionable. Dogs consider them convenient chew toys. “What luck—I always seem to find one of these just when I need it!” Obviously, part of raising a puppy involves teaching her that shoes are off limits and that she must stick to antlers, Kongs, Nylabones, cow hooves, bones and anything else that is…

5 Tips for Choosing the Right Auto Body Shop

An industry expert explains how to find a body shop that can repair that dent or repaint your car the right way.

The Art of Shoe Repair

Often a forgotten art, shoe cobbling — more commonly known as shoe repair — is one of the world’s oldest crafts, persevering through many hardships since human-beings fashioned the very first pair of shoes.

Not All Automotive Repair Shops Are Created Equal (Posts by Corry Leracey)

Automotive repair in Plainfield Illinois or not, everyone wants a shop that they can count on, trust and that will include a cost effective solution when the need may arise. There are a lot of automot

Shopping around for a mechanic? Read this first.

Take the guesswork out of finding a good mechanic.

Mill Creek Blog: Proper Care of Your Riding Boots

If possible, wear your boots only for riding and use other footwear for stable chores and hosing down your horse. If you can’t remove your boots, you can pull rubbers over the feet to keep them clean and dry and to offer a touch of extra warmth in cold weatherClean your boots after each wearing, but don’t just swipe them down with the same stuff you use on your tack. Remove dirt and sweat with a clean, damp sponge. Polish them once…