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For anyone who dreams about tools, here's just the thing. Slip between flannel sheets printed with an assortment of traditional tools in realistic detail. Sheets are available in flat or fitted, in twin, double, queen and king ($32-$58), with matching pillowcases ($28 standard pair, $30 king pair). There's also a comforter cover ($68-$98) and a matching tailored sham ($30). Also available in the tool-print fabric: brushed cotton flannel drawstring pajama bottoms, in men's sizes, $38. All from Garnet Hill, toll-free 1-800-622-6216 or www.garnethill.com.

Erase the trace of holiday spills

Right about now you're doing the laundry from Thursday's turkey dinner, so you might be glad to know what to do about those cranberry stains on the tablecloth. Try a non-chlorine bleach in the warmest water recommended. Repeat if the stains persist. Don't put the item in the dryer in between washings; heat will set the stain. Now that the Eating Season is upon us, remember these tips: Remove wine stains by sponging the spot as soon as possible with cold water. Soak up to 30 minutes in detergent and water, then launder with a non-chlorine bleach in the warmest water recommended, as soon as possible. Soak eggnog stains in cold water with detergent, then launder. If fruitcake gets ground into your clothes, treat with a prespotter, then launder in the warmest water recommended.

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