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There’s virtually no household that hasn't experienced laundry gone wrong. In a classic scenario, a family member puts your beloved cashmere jumper from a fancy Parisian boutique you could never afford on your own on a spin of death and it shrinks just like your dreams of putting it on ever again. You try to stretch the fabric until it tears away and this is a farewell you knew was comin’.

In reality, laundry fails are so common, I am wondering how come they’re still not included in the Olympic games... right next to the wine glass breaking race.

Bored Panda has compiled a list full of hand-selected (you bet!) laundry fails that is basically a low-key guide on how not to murder your clothes in what seems like a hundred different ways.

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Just Some Regular Rubber Gloves Washing Accidentally Opened The Gate Of Hell

Just Some Regular Rubber Gloves Washing Accidentally Opened The Gate Of Hell

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#3

The Many Stages In My Sweater's Life

The Many Stages In My Sweater's Life

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Laundry is one heck of a stressful business. It’s a wheel of fortune: you pour some soap, set the temp, and hope for the best. The problem is, usually, luck is not on our side.

With your favorite cardigan and jeans shrunk so that they wouldn’t fit a Barbie doll, you have now become an inaugurated participant in adult world problems. But bear with me, there are some things you may wanna try and do to unshrink your teeny tiny clothes.

#4

They Look Dry Enough

They Look Dry Enough

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#5

I Shrunk My GF's Favourite Sweater, But Her Loss Is Oak's Gain

I Shrunk My GF's Favourite Sweater, But Her Loss Is Oak's Gain

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#6

Turns Out Washing Machines Do Eat Socks, But There Were More Surprising Things That We Found

Turns Out Washing Machines Do Eat Socks, But There Were More Surprising Things That We Found

Today, my husband got tired of fooling with one of the washing machines that was just not working properly and decided to take it apart, starting with the bottom panel. To his shock, this is what he found... Socks, underwear, a credit card… and that is just what was in the bottom of the machine. When he removed the water pump that removes the water from the machine, he found about $7.00 in change.

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Reader’s Digest suggests placing your article of clothing in a bowl, filling it with lukewarm water, and adding two tablespoons of gentle shampoo or conditioner. Let it soak for half an hour, decide whether you want to rinse it or leave it on (either way may work), and place your clothing flat on a towel.

Roll it up so that it remains damp and not soaking wet. Then, unroll the garment, lay it flat to dry, and pin the edges of the garment. At this point, all you need is time and patience. After the garment is finally dry, it should be wearable again.

If you fellow Pandas have any other ideas or tricks to unshrink your clothes, feel free to share them in the comments!

#7

Sorry For Your Loss Meredith, We Kind Of Shrunk Your Favorite Sweater, But Ella Loves Her New Sweater

Sorry For Your Loss Meredith, We Kind Of Shrunk Your Favorite Sweater, But Ella Loves Her New Sweater

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#8

You Did Not Do Well

You Did Not Do Well

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How does that even happen and why would you just stand there and take a photo?

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#9

These Six Socks Were Washed Together, One Shrunk

These Six Socks Were Washed Together, One Shrunk

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#10

My Pillow Said "Washing Machine And Dryer Safe." I Open Up My Dryer To This

My Pillow Said "Washing Machine And Dryer Safe." I Open Up My Dryer To This

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#11

Washed My Favourite Jumper

Washed My Favourite Jumper

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Jill
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ive done this and was absolutely gutted..-it was my favorite sweater. Now it is my favorite very tiny sweater.

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#12

Accidentally Washed My Wallet And This Dog Appeared

Accidentally Washed My Wallet And This Dog Appeared

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#14

I Washed The "Antistress" Pillow

I Washed The "Antistress" Pillow

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Doggo Georgia
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Should be called a gives you stress pillow. *cue tv advert voice* "Gives you stress annndd makes a mess! Try the stress giving pillow today, OR gift it to someone who 'doesn't have enough problems'! Put it in the dryer, makes a fire! Put in the wash, goes kaposh! Neglect it all the time, give it dirt and grime! Order your stress giving pillow today for a super large amount so you can waste money too!"

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my goodness. I am definitely learning what not to wash seeing some of these catastrophes.

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Anne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How would you ever thing a pillow with styro filling can be washed? And.. did you not learn to put ALL things stuffed into a special washing bag?

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Rissie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's why they come with a clear instruction.to please don't.

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Stannous Flouride
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Microplastics. How many went down the drain and ended up in the ocean I wonder.

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Paizleypie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You will be cleaning up those damn little balls for eternity.

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#15

So My Washing Machine Took A Little Walk

So My Washing Machine Took A Little Walk

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*Explanation* If you're doing your laundry (most likely bedding) the sheets can get stuck together in a ball, causing the washing machine to start "walking" away as it spins around the lump of sheets from one side to the other.

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#16

Accidentally Shrunk My Sweater While Doing Laundry

Accidentally Shrunk My Sweater While Doing Laundry

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#18

Accidentally Put My Wool Hat In The Washing Machine. Label Said Hand Wash Cold

Accidentally Put My Wool Hat In The Washing Machine. Label Said Hand Wash Cold

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#19

I Accidentally Put My Leather Gloves In The Washing Machine

I Accidentally Put My Leather Gloves In The Washing Machine

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#20

Today Is A Pink Day

Today Is A Pink Day

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#21

Apparently Sometimes "Dry Clean Only" Really Does Mean Dry Clean Only

Apparently Sometimes "Dry Clean Only" Really Does Mean Dry Clean Only

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#22

I Feel Guilty For Murdering This Turtleneck

I Feel Guilty For Murdering This Turtleneck

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#23

"I Got A New Sweater Today Because Mom Sucks At Doing Laundry"

"I Got A New Sweater Today Because Mom Sucks At Doing Laundry"

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a cute dog! And that looks like a real nice fleece sweater, sorry for your loss ☹️. Then again, puppy's gain.

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#24

You Would Think They Would Make These Things Waterproof

You Would Think They Would Make These Things Waterproof

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#25

Mom Lesson Of The Day: Check The Pockets Before Doing The Laundry

Mom Lesson Of The Day: Check The Pockets Before Doing The Laundry

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have done this!! What a massive stresser! Had to call someone out to deep clean the drum and sealer parts. Repair man said it’s actually super common. (Just not common to me!)

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#26

You Think You’ve Raised Them To Be Rational Human Beings, And Then You Come Around The Corner And You See This

You Think You’ve Raised Them To Be Rational Human Beings, And Then You Come Around The Corner And You See This

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#27

Did The First Load Of Laundry Of The Decade. 2 Rolls Of Toilet Paper Fell Off The Top Of The Fridge And Into The Washing Machine Without Me Noticing

Did The First Load Of Laundry Of The Decade. 2 Rolls Of Toilet Paper Fell Off The Top Of The Fridge And Into The Washing Machine Without Me Noticing

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#28

Accidentally Chucked My 2-Year-Old's Lovely Hand-Knitted Dress In The Wash And It Came Out Felted, Newborn Size

Accidentally Chucked My 2-Year-Old's Lovely Hand-Knitted Dress In The Wash And It Came Out Felted, Newborn Size

After hearing me exclaim "Noooo!", my 4-year-old son came running into the laundry to find out what had happened. He was quick to console me by reminding me that I will soon have a newborn to put it on. What a sweetie.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was also an opportunity to know how sweet and caring your kid is ;)

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#29

My Husband Washed His Jeans Today... With A Few Red Car Rags

My Husband Washed His Jeans Today... With A Few Red Car Rags

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#30

Nothing Like Pulling Out A Warm Pillow Out Of The Dryer Right Before Bedtime

Nothing Like Pulling Out A Warm Pillow Out Of The Dryer Right Before Bedtime

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since i saw how they unpluck those poor geese/ducks, i swore to never use anything with feathers inside.

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#31

And This Is Why You Let Your Wife Do Your Laundry And You Do Not Wash 100% Wool Sweaters In Hot Water. I Promise I Could Fit This Yesterday

And This Is Why You Let Your Wife Do Your Laundry And You Do Not Wash 100% Wool Sweaters In Hot Water. I Promise I Could Fit This Yesterday

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lemme fix that for you: this is why you educate yourself before you do something you have no experience with.

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#32

I Washed Christophers Work Id And Made Him A Cyclops

I Washed Christophers Work Id And Made Him A Cyclops

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#33

I Accidentally Washed And Dried My $10 Bill And It Shrunk To A Quarter Of Its Normal Size

I Accidentally Washed And Dried My $10 Bill And It Shrunk To A Quarter Of Its Normal Size

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#34

When You Accidentally Put Your Gloves In The Wash

When You Accidentally Put Your Gloves In The Wash

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now your lipsticks can get cosy, when they feel cold. And five of them at the same time. How practical!😄

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#35

Laundry Fail. One Of Sena’s Favorite Sweaters Is Hers No More

Laundry Fail. One Of Sena’s Favorite Sweaters Is Hers No More

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#37

I Did Laundry. She Lost Her iPhone

I Did Laundry. She Lost Her iPhone

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband did this! We had a newborn and she spewed on our bed. He took the duvet cover off and put it in the wash. Turns out my phone had been on the bed...

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Because When Life Gives You Over Sudsy Laundry Problems And Your Kid Is Home On Chanukah Break You Just Have To Make The Best Of It

Because When Life Gives You Over Sudsy Laundry Problems And Your Kid Is Home On Chanukah Break You Just Have To Make The Best Of It

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#40

I Seem To Have Accidentally Shrunk Ed's New Outfit In The Wash

I Seem To Have Accidentally Shrunk Ed's New Outfit In The Wash

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#41

When You’re Having Monday Problems On A Tuesday. Now How In The Heck Am I Supposed To Clean This?

When You’re Having Monday Problems On A Tuesday. Now How In The Heck Am I Supposed To Clean This?

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#42

Really? Seriously This Is Inside Of My Washing Machine. How A Bag Of TJ's Pretzels Got Into My Hamper I Will Never Know

Really? Seriously This Is Inside Of My Washing Machine. How A Bag Of TJ's Pretzels Got Into My Hamper I Will Never Know

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Doggo Georgia
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Probably because someone stashed it to hide it from a food hogger or to save it for a later time.

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Farewell, Then, Beloved Jumper. In A Moment Of Distraction, You Were Bundled Into The Wash With Everything Else And Met Your Demise

Farewell, Then, Beloved Jumper. In A Moment Of Distraction, You Were Bundled Into The Wash With Everything Else And Met Your Demise

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#45

Don’t Know How I Managed To Do This Today But Somehow I Did A Load Of Laundry With An Entire Box Of Kleenex In It

Don’t Know How I Managed To Do This Today But Somehow I Did A Load Of Laundry With An Entire Box Of Kleenex In It

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#48

It Won't Give Back My Laundry

It Won't Give Back My Laundry

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those laundry thieves are clearly upping their game. They used to wait until it had being put out on the line. Now this.

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#49

Washing Machine Shook The Detergent Off

Washing Machine Shook The Detergent Off

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Lisa
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's why it's not intended as a shelf. But seriously if it's a flat surface it works.

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My Wool Sweater Shrunk In The Wash

My Wool Sweater Shrunk In The Wash

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