Elaundry Valentines Day: Perfect Gift

Another weekend has flown by and its Monday! UGH! You turn your daily calendar over and see you have completely forgotten one of the most important days of the year, even with all the advertising in the shops, television and newspapers, you have forgotten. - Or you have just completely been far too busy to even think about Valentines Day.

Now she or he may say that its just another day but secretly they would love something special to show that you care! Seeing as elaundry loves Brisbane and your laundry! We are here to once again help you love you loved one with an elaundry gift voucher.

Best thing about our gift vouchers??? It can be used for not only washing ( yes it is a task that everyone seems to dread) but also embroidery, tailoring, hems and buttons, specialty dry cleaning, and much much more, all you have to do is ask!! If washing isn't your loved ones thing, and coffee is that's OK stop on by one of our two elaundry stores and Suite Commuter Coffee NEXT DOOR will also save your Valentines Day! Buy a coffee voucher and let your loved one enjoy one of Brisbane's best coffees all made within 3minutes while on their way to work! They will be full of amazing coffee and  ready for anything!

Are you single??? HEY no need to feel depressed on Valentines Day! Elaundry and Suit Commuter will take care of you! Spoil yourself! Get a gift card and use it, we have some great deals in store and online! Put your feet up treat yourself because we all deserve a little treat every now and then!

From the elaundry and sister companies we wish you all a very nice Valentines Day- and if you have a special dinner date we would love to make you look sharp and be the best pressed for your romantic dinner date!Contact us now! We will have your clothing ready in 24hrs! Delivered or picked up!   

Penny Pincher: Save Money in your Laundry

Save Money!

Money doesn't grow on trees however we can manage our laundry to save as much money as possible just follow these helpful hints:

Do full loads, back-to-back

Every time the washer runs, it should be full. You'll save time and money. And if you are using the dryer, you'll save money by not having to bring up the heat level for each load. You'll use the residual heat and save money.

Use the right amount of the right detergent

New Addition to Elaundry Shop Keep Clothing Wrinkle free with this Valet!

When purchasing detergent, always look at the number of loads that can be done for that size container. Do a bit of math in your head, and you may find a better bargain. Buying detergent that do not include other additives like bleach or fabric softeners is always more cost effective.

Take time to read the directions on how much detergent to use. The marked levels on the cap or scoop may be confusing. It will help to use a permanent marker to define the level you usually use. Pay attention to whether your detergent is 2X or 3X concentration . You'll need much less than you think. A great detergent Eco Store Laundry Detergent, perfect for 32 loads, and suitable for all washing temperatures.

Use a clothesline

Drying clothing outside not only saves money on your utility bill, it also saves money by being more gentle on your clothing. If you can't dry laundry outside, use an indoor drying rack or clothesline usually can be picked up a a $2 shop!

Use vinegar and baking soda

No need to pay for higher priced additives for the laundry. Vinegar is great for reducing static cling. Just add a cup of white vinegar to the final rinse. For softer sheets and towels, add one-fourth cup of baking soda to the wash cycle.

Wear clothing more than once

I'm not disputing your mother's warning to always wear clean underwear, but most of us can wear garments more than once especially in winter. The most effective way to save money in your laundry room is to just do less of it. Wearing your clothes more than once before tossing them in the dirty pile is the first step.

Look items over carefully after wearing. Hang them up carefully or fold and return to a drawer. It takes a moment more in effort but can really save money. Rather than a full laundry or dry cleaning cycle, some garments may just need a light pressing to remove wrinkles or even just a quick steaming in the bathroom.

Deals: 24 Hour Zips & Hems

Hems too long on your favourite winter slacks? Zippers getting caught on your coat? Buttons falling off your shirts on the way to work? Bring them to us - we'll replace zips and hems, or take up hems on pants, shirt sleeves or jackets within 24 hours!

For valet: SMS your pickup address to 0438 80 80 80, email valet@elaundry.com.au or Order a Pick Up online.

Mother's Day Competition: Win for Mum!

To celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, 8th May - elaundry is giving away TWO Murchison-Hume Classic Six Boxed Sets to our facebook followers.

To enter, "Like" us on facebook here!

Deals: Have Custom Clothes Created from Scratch

Do you have a favourite suit or dress that you wish came in an assortment of colours & fabrications? You don't have to wish anymore - elaundry now offers a made-to-measure tailoring service!

Bring in a sketch or an actual item of clothing that you want replicated, and we can draw up the pattern and design a new garment around your shape, fabric and desired style.

We will keep a permanent record of your figure block and favourite garment patterns on hand so if you come across a great fabric we can construct a new garment for you!

Perfect if you have a great-fitting business suit that you'd love to wear every day of the week in a new colour, or unique evening or formal wear.

See our Tailoring & Alterations page for more information, or contact us directly today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Deals: Shoe Restoration Offers for November

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This month, step out in style at a great price.

elaundry's shoe restoration partner, Sylver Shoes are offering two amazing specials for our shoe-loving clients. Find out more about our specials here:

For a limited time, get two pairs of new heels for the price of one pair. That's men's or ladies, or one of each. SylverShoes only use rubber heeling materials due to the better wear, comfort and non-slip nature. Save between $22-$26.40!

But wait, there's more!

SylverShoes will apply a free sole guard on your second pair of heels. Sole guards are a thin, hard-wearing non-slip oversole that gets grafted into your existing sole to give longer wear and life to the shoes. It also ensure your travels are safer by providing you with surer footing due to the sole guard's non-slip nature. Save between $14 - $26.40!

Thanks to elaundry's partnership with SylverShoes, you can have your old favourites restored to new-near condition.

Click here for more information about SylverShoe's services.

Deals: Essential Items for Spring Racing Carnival

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With Melbourne Cup just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what to wear, and those essential fashion items that will keep you in tip top shape all day. Whether you’re buying a new outfit or jazzing up an old one – elaundry can help.

Alterations

If you're budget conscious this racing season, why not have an old dress shortened? As well as being a cheaper alternative to purchasing a new outfit, an alteration will breathe new life into the dress so you can attend your chosen racing carnival in a 'new' frock without the fear of someone showing up in the same design!

Or, if a dress no longer sits right on your frame, our talented tailors can ensure it's the perfect fit with a simple nick and tuck.

Essential Fashion Items

It's not enough to have the perfect dress, one must also have the undergarments to ensure a smooth figure. If unsightly bumps and lumps are not your cup of tea, why not invest in a pair of shaping pants or camisole by Hollywood Fashion? elaundry stocks the range, which includes a stain removal pen, breast-lifting inserts and the infamous Hollywood Fashion Tape for low necklines.

Wearing heels all day is a must at the racing carnival, but trotting home afterwards with heels in hands is not! Reduce the pain in the balls and heels of your feet with Party Feet's invisible gel cushions.

Until October 31st, all of elaundry's products are reduced, including Hollywood and Party Feet! Click here to shop

High School Formals

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elaundry recently contributed to the High School Formals article on 'Looking After Your Formal Garments' by offering expert tips and tricks. Read the original article here

Looking after your formal garments before and after the event is important -especially if you have invested in a beautiful gown you'll want to keep forever. There are some things to think about when buying a formal gown that will make looking after the garment easier.

If the dress has any beading or intricate detailing it can be harder to look after. While a dress with this kind of detail will look amazing, you will have to be mindful that it may need repairs and extra care.

Having a perfect fit of a dress can sometimes make all the difference. Celebrities get their dresses altered so that it fits their body shape perfectly. This little trick will come in handy if you get your dress altered by a professional because you'll also feel comfortable in the gown all night.

When you are storing your dress make sure you have it in a garment bag so it can't get ruined by the hem catching in cupboard doors or from being crushed by other garments.

Keep a stain removal pen handy on formal night if you don't trust that you'll be able to keep clean! There are some things that need to be dry cleaned straight away when a stain happens:

Coke
Fake Tan
Mud
Lipstick
Foundation/Makeup
Deoderant
Perspiration
Shoe Polish

And remember, nothing can come in contact with silk, not even water!

elaundry specialises in quality cleaning and fabric care for delicate items, like formal dresses and suits, with an expert team of dry cleaners on hand to pay impeccable attention to detail, follow all care instructions and launder your dress as if it were their own. Whether you plan to store your dress until it's next outing, or sell it on, elaundry will guarantee a faultless result.

Want something unique? Have your dress, tie or pocket kerchief embroidered. And, get the complete experience at elaundry by bringing in your matching formal shoes & handbag for cleaning.

Deals: Add 10% more time to life!

To celebrate the beginning of a new season (our favourite season, Spring!), we are offering 10% off our entire range of products online.

We sell anything and everything for your home and family including eco-friendly and organic cleaning products from Cinderella, EcoStore and Murchison-Hume (an esteemed range from a Vogue editor!), as well as laundry solutions such as sewing kits, lint removers, irons, ironing board covers and vacuum-seal bags. For the fashion-lovers, we stock the Party Feet and Hollywood Fashion range, including Fashion Tape, stain remover pens, clear bra straps and nude shape wear. There is something for everyone!

To purchase, simply follow this link to our website, and 'add to cart' your items. Click 'view cart' to checkout. Offer ends 14/10/10.

Deals: A Stitch in Tie

Father's day is nearly upon us, and we must admit we're a little behind! We love our dad's, and to show them we care we are offering a special deal on ties & monogramming. We're running out of time though, so hurry in store by Saturday to take advantage!

*We've just realised our ties have mysteriously gone missing in the course of the last month! So bring in a tie you've bought elsewhere, or sneak your dad's favourite from his closet and let us embroider it for only $4.95. Could you honestly find a cheaper, more unique gift anywhere else?

To order call (07) 3394 2488 or email valet@elaundry.com.au

Deals: Tax Time Report

Tax time is well and truely upon us, and we want to make life easier for you.

elaundry is offering to provide you with a .pdf report of all the services elaundry has provided you with this year. For only $5.95, you will receive a comprehensive breakdown of your transactions with us, which if are related to work, you can use to claim your laundry as a work-related expense.

Call or SMS 0438 80 80 80 or email tmb@elaundry.com.au