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How To: Remove a Grass Stain – by Real Simple

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

Time Inc. Studios

Summer means light-colored clothing―and light-colored clothing often means grass stains. The quick approach shown in this video should get the green out.

What You Need

Pre-wash stain-removal spray (or a solution of white vinegar and water), toothbrush (or a rag or nailbrush), laundry detergent

Follow These Three Easy Steps

1. Pre-treat the grass stainApply a pre-wash stain removal treatment to the stain and let sit for about 15 minutes. For a more natural approach, use a solution made of one part white vinegar to two parts water.

2. Lightly scrub your stainUse a toothbrush (or a rag or nailbrush) to work liquid into the area.

3. Launder with like fabricsFinish with a wash using an enzyme detergent (most standard laundry soaps are enzyme-based), which will break down proteins and lift the stain from your garment.

Related: Summer Stain-Busters

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Colors of Fall 2011

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

I can’t believe it’s the last week of July. The summer is flying by, so I look to the future. What is the fashion world bringing this season? In an earlier blog I posted the fashion trends to expect this fall. You’ve probably seen some of these trends now in stores. However, my post didn’t go into depth on colors and shades. So, I looked to Pantone.com to gain insight on colors and shades for the coming season. I know what you’re thinking; it’s probably the usual dark and dreary colors we see over and over. But wait, not so fast. The season includes surprisingly bright and cheery shades that are reminiscent of spring and summer. For me, a summer loving girl, it helps knowing as the darkness approaches at least I won’t have to look like winter. Check-out the hot colors this season and continue to keep it bright as the cold draws near.