Ideas for Lingerie Bags

Lingerie bags come in handy when washing your delicates. Bras and underwear are notorious for jostling around in your washer and intertwining with other articles of clothing. A lingerie bag also makes a wonderful device to contain baby socks, so you do not lose them. Rather than purchasing a special lingerie bag, you can always use other items to accomplish the same task.

Pillowcase

A pillowcase works well in place of a traditional lingerie bag. Pillowcases are thin enough to allow laundry detergent, fabric softeners and water to pass through, but sturdy enough to keep your clothes inside, and allow them to wash without your delicates mangling together. Pillowcases need to be tied in order for them to be utilized as a laundry bag. Hair ties, rubber bands and even yarn may be used to tie the end of the pillowcase to keep your bras and other apparel from escaping.

Mesh Bag

A plain mesh bag made of nylon or linen acts in place of a bag specifically designed for lingerie. The bag has small holes throughout to ensure your laundry is still getting clean, but the holes are small enough that even the smallest sock or pair of panties remains inside. Bags with a mesh design usually zipper at the end to contain your clothing.

Cotton Bags

If you have a cotton bag with a drawstring, use it to hold your clothing in while it is agitating in the washer. This particular type of bag is comprised of a thin material, which creates a container for your garments that lets them wash easily, while still keeping them safe from tangling with other items. You can also make a cotton bag to wash your attire in, by purchasing cotton material and sewing a drawstring or shoelace in to it.