Clean White Shoes, Hair from Drains & Fruit Flies
Joan Clark
February 18, 2026
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Hello there,
Home challenges have a way of sneaking up on you, from stubborn stains to unwelcome guests in the kitchen. We're sharing smart, simple fixes that work with what you already have.
In today's issue:
How to Restore White Shoes to Their Original Brightness
Fast Ways to Eliminate Fruit Flies for Good
Clearing Hair Clogs from Your Shower Drain
And more…
CLEANING
White canvas sneakers look crisp for about five minutes before dirt finds them, and we've all stood in the closet wondering if they're worth saving. Good news: seven simple tricks can bring them back to life without expensive cleaners or a trip to the shoe repair shop.
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CLEANING
Hair clogs form faster than most people realize—a family of four can shed up to 400 strands down the drain every single day. We rounded up 15 innovative, budget-friendly solutions that actually clear the drain, from pantry staples to clever tools that take seconds to use.
TIP OF THE DAY
Can you reheat pizza without turning it into cardboard?
Place a slice in a cold skillet, cover with a lid, and heat over medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until the bottom is crisp and the cheese has melted. No need to add oil—the residual fat from the cheese does the work. Check the underside after two minutes to avoid burning. This stovetop trick revives the texture better than a microwave ever could. |  |
BUG CONTROL
Fruit flies can multiply from a few stragglers to a full-blown swarm in as little as 24 hours , turning a single overripe banana into a breeding ground for hundreds. We found 4+ proven methods that stop fruit flies fast—no harsh chemicals required.
FUN FACT
Inventor of Liquid Paper = Mother of a Famous Musician
Bette Nesmith Graham raised her son, Michael, as a single mother in Dallas while perfecting her typewriter correction formula at night. That son became Mike Nesmith of The Monkees. After her death, he inherited half of her Liquid Paper fortune and used part of it to produce the cult film Repo Man and pioneer the music-video format that shaped MTV. |  |
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THANK YOU!
Clean shoes, fly-free kitchens, and unclogged drains—you're now armed with simple fixes for some of life's most annoying household problems . No fancy products needed, no weekend projects required. Your home is about to feel a whole lot more manageable.
Here's to keeping things spotless (and fruit-fly-free),
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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