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Q: How can I remove pine needles from my carpet?
A: Pine needles have a way of working themselves into the carpet and emerging at unexpected times at a future date! A generous (washable or disposable) tree skirt will collect the dropped needles during the holiday season. If you’ve had the forethought to purchase a Christmas tree removal bag and install it under the tree, it’ll make discarding the tree a snap. Just remove the lights and decorations, pull the bag up over the tree and all the loose needles are contained. No tree bag? Spread an old sheet on the floor, lay the tree down on top of the sheet, pull the sheet up around the tree, and fasten the sheet’s edges together with large safety pins. Take the tree to the curb and unfasten the sheet. Once the tree is removed, vacuum thoroughly to remove any needle residue.
Q: This year, with tight economic times at hand, I still want to celebrate the tradition of filling stockings and need ideas for practical but inexpensive items. Can you help?
A: Stocking stuffers don’t all have to be whimsical. It’s thoughtful to add a few practical items, too. Some ideas to consider: handwipes, hand gel, a stain stick, laundry detergent in single-load size. Even items like spray starch come in small sizes. In fact, many of your favorite laundry products and personal care products are available in mini sizes – the perfect fit for a suitcase, gym bag, briefcase, glove compartment or dorm room, to name a few. If you can’t find what you want locally, do an Internet search for “travel-size products” and you’ll be delighted with what you find.
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