Clean Oven, Natural Wood Cleaner, Lemon Fresh Cleaning & Repel Yellow Jackets
Joan Clark
November 13, 2025
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We rounded up clear, no-fuss fixes that save time and calm the day. It's quick and practical, so there is more space for what matters.
In today's issue:
Clean a Self-Cleaning Oven by Hand, Step-by-Step
Repel Yellow Jackets Without Harsh Sprays
Make a Simple Lemon Cleaner
Natural Wood Cleaner for Shine
And more...
CLEANING
We share 3+ fast, simple ways to clean a self-cleaning oven by hand, reduce smoke, save time, and protect the finish. We once skipped the high-heat cycle, steamed the cavity with hot water and vinegar, and lifted the softened grime with a baking-soda paste in minutes.
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CLEANING
After swapping in a simple vinegar-and-olive-oil mix, we watched a dull oak table glow again. We share five natural wood cleaner recipes that are just as effective as store-bought. Fun fact: white vinegar is about 5% acetic acid, which helps dissolve grease, while olive oil conditions for a soft sheen.
MABEL’S WISDOM
A Good Scrub for Baseboard Heaters
Back in my day, we didn't have fancy doodads to clean our baseboard heaters, but we knew how to get the job done! First, mix up a simple solution of warm water and a splash of white vinegar.
Dip an old rag or cloth into the mixture and scrub the heaters well. An old toothbrush is perfect for those hard-to-reach spots.
Remember, a clean home is a happy home!
CLEANING
Discover seven simple homemade lemon fresh cleaner recipes that cut grease, neutralize odors, and leave counters, floors, and sinks bright with pantry staples. We once steeped lemon peels in white vinegar over a weekend and were surprised by how easily it cleared hard-water spots and kitchen film.
FUN FACT
The Bread Maker Came BEFORE Sliced Bread!
Joseph Lee patented the automatic bread-making machine in 1902, two decades before sliced bread hit store shelves in 1928. Born into slavery, Lee became a successful restaurateur in Boston and held two patents that transformed commercial baking. His machines allowed bakeries to produce consistent loaves at scale while reducing waste, yet his name remains unknown mainly outside culinary history circles. |  |
BUG CONTROL
Last summer, we learned the hard way that yellow jackets swarm sugary drinks and bright prints. We rounded up five foolproof, backyard-tested yellow jacket repellents to keep patios calm and sting-free.
THANK YOU!
Today brought a sparkling oven, sting-free patios, zesty lemon cleaners, and wood that looks loved, not tired. Grab a method, set a timer, and enjoy the small wins that add up. Clean smarter, keep pests away, and let your home feel lighter with every swipe and spritz, all week, all year.
Stay lemon-fresh and sting-free,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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