HELOISE Golden rules of stain removal repeated

Dear Readers: On my radio show (visit my Web site, www.helo-ise.com, for more information), I seem to take a lot of calls about stubborn clothing stains, so I thought I should repeat the three golden rules of stain removal in my column. Also known as the Three S's, this formula should help. Soon, Slow and Several are the key words to remember.
1. Get to the stain as soon as possible. The longer it sets, the harder it is to get out.
2. Work at the stain slowly. It takes time to remove some stains.
3. Some stains are stubborn, and you might need to repeat the stain-removal steps several times.
You can find the right cleaning product to use on a particular stain in my Heloise's Handy Stain Guide for Clothing pamphlet. To receive a copy of the eight-page pamphlet, please send $4 and a long, self-addressed, stamped (83 cents) envelope to: Heloise/Stains, P.O. Box 795001, San Antonio, Texas 78279-5001. Order now, and along with your stain pamphlet you'll receive an additional, different Heloise pamphlet free. FYI: I've always believed it's best to start working on a stain with safe and easy cleaning aids that you probably have at home before moving on to a stronger, commercial cleaner. Heloise
Dear Heloise: When cleaning up broken glass, use masking tape to pick up the very small shards of glass. It works well! Karen Mercer, Byesville
This is a good hint, and please be sure to dispose of the tape and glass shards carefully in a container with a lid. Heloise
Here are two hints from Barbara of West Virginia:
UHere's a hint regarding the folding of towels, washcloths, sheets and pillowcases: I have learned how to keep my linen closet neat. I fold the sheets together and place the pillowcases inside; do the same for towels and washcloths. Voil & aacute; -- no more rummaging for pillowcases or washcloths.
UI buy plastic baskets at a store that sells items for only a dollar. The baskets come in several sizes, and I use them to keep packages of gelatin, pudding, mixes and spices, and a large one for plastic lids.
Dear Heloise: I read your hint regarding carrying identification when you are walking/running. I agree that it is a very good idea, and I use plastic pet ID tags. They are small, and since they are made of plastic, they do not make any noise (which can be annoying to some runners). I attach the tag through my shoelaces, as I do not like to carry anything. One has my initials and last name, plus my home phone number. When I run in Seattle (where my daughter lives), I use the tag that has her phone number in Seattle. Sharon A. Cross, Vancouver, Wash.
XSend a great hint to: Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, Texas 78279-5000, Fax: (210) HELOISE or E-mail: Heloise@Heloise.com.
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