The first few minutes matter more than the method you choose. Scrape off any excess with the back of a spoon, and blot rather than rub, because rubbing pushes the stain deeper into the fibres. Rinse with cold water, never hot, since heat can set stains like turmeric for good. Check the care label too, and test any treatment on a hidden spot, such as the inner hem. This is especially important for chikankari work, embroidery, silk or rayon blends.
