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<h2>How to Care for Your Leather Clothing.</h2>by Figster 
 Remember Leather is a living breathing fabric, and as such it's care is different form other fabrics. Leather has been used as clothing since the dawn of mankind, it has remained a popular material longer than any other fabric because of it's durability and funtionality. This means you should not leave your leather garments in a plastic garment bag! It can't  breathe, and will cause the leather to dry out. Opt for a cloth cover instead. If you absolutely must iron the  item, set the iron on the lowest possible setting. Never use steam! Place  a heavy brown grocery bag, or some felt paper on between the garment and the iron. Iron Quicky, and avoid overheating! Professional  leather cleaning is recommended for all leathers, and fabric garments trimmed with leather. Normal  dry cleaning methods will not yield  proper results. Clean matching garments at the same time, since  a slight variation is color or texture may occur as a natural result of the cleaning process. Natural marks and wrinkles could become  more apparent  after cleaning. Garment may shrink slightly, but  will stretch again with wear.  Professionally applied water and  stain repellent products are often available. Leather is designed to last a lifetime, and with proper care right from the start, it will. <ul><li>Always hang leather clothing  on wide or padded hangers  to keep their shape. </li><li>Allow  wet or damp  leather to air-dry naturally away from any heat source. Leather  can  be treated with a conditioner to restore flexibility.</li><li>In  bad weather, promptly remove salt  deposits from leather clothing by sponging with clear water.</li><li>Use caution when using products to clean your leather, leather clothing must breathe, so avoid waxes, or silicone products. Test all cleaning and restoration agents in a small inconspicuous portion of the garment.</li><li>Hems  may be fixed with a tiny amount of rubber cement or sewn with a leather needle.  For best results  see a seamstress that specializes in leather.</li></ul>For questions concerning your leather clothing you should see a representative of the place of purchase. Hot Stuff Leather and Lace is always happy to answer your questions no matter if you puchased from us or not. 
<h3>About the Author</h3>
Jim owns and operates an on-line <a href="http://www.hotstuffleatherandlace.net/sexy-leather/index.php"> leather lingerie and club wear store</a>. His site also offers articles about leather, relationships, and fashion. Be sure to stop in and see his forums at <a href="http://www.hotstuffleatherandlace.net">www.hotstuffleatherandlace.net</a> there are often contest and other things going on so be sure to sign up for the newsletter!
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