The Ultimate Christmas Stain Survival Guide
The festive season is full of joy, but it can also bring a whirlwind of tricky stains. Here’s how to tackle common Christmas messes with ease, so you can focus on the fun! TABLE OF CONTENTS
One - Christmas Tree Sap
Putting up the tree is magical—until you get sticky sap on your clothes. Rub in a bit of dishwashing liquid, work it through the sap, and rinse thoroughly. Air-dry, and you’re good to go!
Two - Red Wine
Spilled wine during Christmas dinner? Don’t panic! Dab (don’t rub!) the stain with white wine or vinegar. Blot gently until the stain lifts. Crisis averted!
Three - Chocolate Stains
Post-lunch treats - chocolate stains can be tough. Freeze the stain with an ice cube, then scrape the chocolate off with a butter knife. Finish with warm water and a gentle rub.
Four - Candle Wax
Candlelit dinners are lovely—until wax drips on your tablecloth. Harden the wax with an ice cube, then gently scrape it off with a knife. Follow up with a bit of soap and warm water.
Five - Berry Stains
A rogue berry from the Christmas pavlova has made its way onto your shirt! No need to panic – just rinse the stain with cold water straight away. Gently apply some liquid detergent or stain remover, let it work its magic for around 15 minutes, then toss it in a cold wash. Good as new!
Six - Cranberry Sauce Stains
Cranberry sauce – as delicious as it is, it’s not the kind of thing you want on your Christmas clothes! If an accident happens, start by scraping off any excess sauce, then rinse the stain from the back with cold water. Rub in some liquid detergent, let it sit for 15 minutes, and then wash in warm water.
Seven - Grease & Food Drippings
Turkey drippings or roast spatter on your best shirt? Mix warm water with a splash of alcohol and dab at the stain. Rub in a bit of soap, wait 15 minutes, then wash normally.
Eight - BBQ & Tomato Sauce
To remove BBQ or tomato sauce stains from fabric, scrape off excess sauce, then rinse with cold water from the back of the stain. Apply liquid detergent or stain remover, gently rub, and let sit for 15 minutes. Wash in warm water. Repeat if needed.
Nine - Coffee Spills
Need a caffeine boost while wrapping gifts? If coffee spills, sprinkle baking soda on the spot and blot until the stain disappears. Easy!
Ten - Christmas Pudding Stains
Uh-oh, a bit of that rich Christmas pudding has made its way onto your clothes! No worries – start by scraping off the excess, then rinse the stain with cold water. Pre-treat with a good stain remover, let it sit for a few minutes, then wash in warm water. That sticky mess will be a thing of the past!
Eleven - Pet Accidents
If furry friends get too festive, add baking soda to your laundry powder and wash the item on a regular cycle. For rugs, try a carpet cleaner—or visit a professional service.
Twelve - Lipstick Marks
A mistletoe smooch gone wrong? Freeze the lipstick stain with an ice cube, then scrape it away with a knife. Wash as normal and air-dry.
These are the 12 most reported stains from Christmas Day in Australia. With these tips, you can handle any Christmas stain mishap like a pro!
Merry Christmas from The Team at The Clothesline Store
Now, go enjoy the season—mess-free!
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