Erica's Laundry Blog

December has a way of making your house feel almost ready… until you pull something out of storage. Guest sheets that smell like a closet. Towels that look clean but don’t feel fresh. A tablecloth that’s “fine” until the light hits it. The throw blankets and holiday pillow covers that somehow picked up a whole year of dust while they were folded away. The good news: you don’t need to deep-clean your entire home to feel prepared for guests. You just need a quick holiday laundry reset — the fabric stuff people touch and notice the minute they walk in.

There’s nothing better than crawling into a freshly washed comforter — except maybe not having to wrestle it into your home washer first. If you’ve ever tried to stuff a queen-size comforter into a regular machine, you know the struggle: bunched-up corners, damp spots, detergent that never quite rinses out. It’s not you — it’s the washer. Comforters need room to move to get truly clean. This month at Erica’s Laundry, we’re all about clean comforters and cozy nights — without the laundry-day stress.

As pet owners, we know how important it is to provide a cozy and clean space for our furry companions. However, pet beds, blankets, and toys can accumulate dirt, bacteria, and odors over time, which can impact both your pet’s health and the cleanliness of your home. Here’s how you can maintain your pet’s items to ensure they stay fresh, comfortable, and free of harmful germs.