A lot of blankets and clothing are faux shearling these days—not only are they less expensive, but they're also easier to clean. "I wash faux shearling in my washing machine on the gentle cycle ...

Scissors: If the shearling lining is worn around the top or has collected fabric pills, use these to trim away the ragged pieces. Waterproofing spray: Applied after cleaning, this spray helps keep ...

If you wear a pair of soft suede shoes or boots through winter, they may end up looking far more haggard than the day you bought them. They’re not ruined, though — they just need a cleaning ...