Children’s book about an unhappy woman who falls into a washing machine. I think the word “discombobulated” is in there, perhaps her name? When she comes out she is happy. That’s all I can remember, but I really liked the book and want to get a copy if possible.
To add to the description, in the illustrations, the woman is tall, really skinny and has dark hair.
Margaret Mahy: Mrs. Discombobulous.
That’s it!!!!!! Thank you!