Tag Archives: stain removal

How Not To Do Laundry

My daughter just got a new job. I told her it’s her first “big girl” job, she has to dress nicely and now works in a cubicle with the rest of the world. It also means that now she is doing laundry that is a little different than her fast food restaurant uniform. When she got the job I took her out and bought her some business clothes, this child lives in jeans and t-shirts. She has a few skirts and sweaters but not enough, she needed some more grown up clothes. Fast forward just one week and she has … Continue reading →

Getting Out Stubborn Ink Stains

In my house, I have to hide all of the pens. This is because if I don’t, my two-year-old tends to create ink drawings all over himself and occasionally on a casual tan couch that we have in the play area. That isn’t all. Once school starts, my oldest son is bound to come home with stray pen marks on his clothes. it is just inevitable (sigh). Fortunately, I have a few tricks up my sleeve for getting out the stains. As with any new pretreatment or stain removal, you should test the fabric in an inconspicuous place, if you … Continue reading →

Holiday Headaches—Dealing With Stains

We will NOT be hosting Christmas at our house this year. Which means I will not have to spend the week prior to Christmas cleaning, cooking and coordinating events in preparation for the onslaught of parents, siblings, their spouses and their children. WHEW! (My mom drew the short straw this year.) The holiday season is considered the “most wonderful time of the year.” And when you are spending it with your favorite family members and friends… and foods it certainly can make for an enjoyable time. However, toss in your favorite linens and your favorite holiday outfit with a feast … Continue reading →