Spilled Eggnog?

 The worst part of spilling eggnog is the smell that sets in if it's not properly cleaned. The best way to prevent this is to clean with a vinegar solution that won't soil the carpet or bleach any clothes. Just mix 1 cup of white vinegar with 2 cups of water. Dab (do not rub) and then rinse with water.

How to Clean Up Broken Compact Fluorescent Bulbs...

If a compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL) breaks, precaution must be taken because these bulbs contain a small amount of mercury which can be toxic when airborne. First, open a window to ventilate the area. Then, use rubber gloves to pick up the large pieces and drop them in a freezer bag. Use double-stick tape to catch the smaller pieces, and finally dab the area with a damp paper towel. Drop the tape, paper towel and gloves in the freezer bag before throwing away

Pine Needle Cleanup?

During the holidays, pine needles seem to appear out of nowhere to take over your floor. The best way to clean up them up is to use a rubber broom, especially on the carpet where the rubber will brush against the fabric creating a static charge to trap the pine needles. If you don't have a rubber broom, it's best to stick with a vacuum and then use a lint roller for the last few needles.

Dripped  Wax From Holiday Candles?

It's no surprise that wax drips, but when it's dripped right down the base of your candlestick and onto the table runner, you might get a shock. Good news is wax is not hard to remove. Let it harden (or rub an ice cube over the area to force it) and then scrape off as much as you can using a knife. Place paper towels over and beneath the stain, and then iron the cloth, heating the wax so it adheres to the towels instead. Laundering normally will remove any left-over residue.