Cat Pee Smell, DIY Hot Tub Cleaner, Crayon Out & Fresh Strawberries
Joan Clark
November 07, 2025
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We know home care is personal, and every smart fix saves time and stress. We pulled simple, proven tricks to keep laundry fresh, berries crisp, and tubs sparkling, so tomorrow feels easier.
In today's issue:
Remove Cat Pee Smell from Clothes
Keep Strawberries Fresh Longer
Get Crayon Out of Clothes
Homemade Hot Tub Cleaner
And more...
CLEANING
Discover seven practical tips to get cat pee smell out of clothes, so the laundry basket smells like a fresh start. We even salvaged a cashmere sweater after a kitten surprise. A fun fact: cat urine's uric acid crystals cling to fabric until an enzyme cleaner breaks them apart.
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CLEANING
After a weekend of murky bubbles, we used pantry staples to cut film and bring back a fresh, spa-clean feel. We share four simple DIY hot tub cleaner recipes that use baking soda, vinegar, and gentle ingredients to cut grime without harsh chemicals.
TIP OF THE DAY
Can an eraser really erase scuffs?
A clean pencil eraser or a white rubber eraser works wonders on fresh floor scuffs, especially on vinyl or linoleum. Press the eraser firmly against the mark and rub back and forth until the scuff disappears. For stubborn spots , dampen the eraser slightly with water. This method works because the rubber grabs the scuff material and lifts it away without chemicals or scrubbing. |  |
CLEANING
We share fast, proven ways to remove crayon from clothes without damaging fabric or color. We once saved a favorite white T-shirt minutes before an important event by freezing and gently scraping the wax, then lifting the residue with heat and a small amount of oil, because crayons are mostly wax and pigment.
FUN FACT
Accidental Smoke Detector
Walter Jaeger set out in 1939 to build a sensor that could sniff out poison gas, but his device failed to detect anything dangerous. Frustrated, he lit a cigarette during testing and watched the needle jump. His unexpected discovery led to the development of the ionization smoke detector, which utilizes a tiny amount of radioactive material to detect smoke particles. This technology now saves thousands of lives every year. |  |
FOOD STORAGE
Strawberries can turn soft before the week is out, so we gathered ten easy ways to keep them fresh longer. Learn how a quick vinegar rinse, careful drying, and simple storage steps slow mold.
THANK YOU!
From banishing cat pee from favorite tees to rescuing berry bowls and crayon-scribbled jeans, today brought simple wins for laundry and kitchen sanity . Even the hot tub got a sparkle upgrade with easy DIY cleaners. Consider this your permission slip to breathe, laugh, and sail into a fresher week ahead.
Stay fresh,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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