Remove Super Glue, Clean Shag Rugs, Poop Smells & Mosquito Repellent Plants
Joan Clark
October 23, 2025
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We know life’s little messes can pile up, but a few loving tweaks bring the calm rushing back. We gathered gentle, get-it-done solutions to make your home feel fresher, lighter, and beautifully manageable.
In today’s issue:
Remove Super Glue, Fast
Mosquito-Repelling Plants That Work
Banish Outdoor Poop Smell
Shag Rug Cleaning, Simplified
And more…
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CLEANING
We’ve all had that uh-oh moment—two fingers bonded mid-repair—only to discover a dab of cooking oil and a sugar scrub can gently break the grip without drama. Fun fact: Super glue was an accidental WWII discovery, and these 24+ clever tricks turn sticky setbacks into small triumphs.
CLEANING
After one movie night left popcorn tucked into every tuft, we brought a matted shag back to life with a bit of baking soda, an upholstery vacuum, and a soft-bristle brush. We gathered 7+ easy, no-fuss methods to keep those plush piles clean and cloud-soft.
MABEL’S WISDOM
Sparkling Glass the Old-Fashioned Way
When I was younger, we didn't have fancy cleaners to tackle annoying hard water spots on glass. Here's a simple remedy that has always worked for me.
First, mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution generously on the glass and let it sit for a few minutes. Wipe it clean with a soft cloth, and the spots will disappear like magic!
Remember, sometimes the old ways are the best. Give this a try, and you'll have sparkling glass in no time!
CLEANING
We’ve all had that patio moment when a sweet breeze carries a not-so-sweet whiff and we realize the yard needs a little love. Fun fact: pet waste isn’t fertilizer—it can burn grass. Discover easy, proven tips to clear the odor quickly and keep your yard guest-ready.
FUN FACT
Grill Power, 1954: When Knobs Beat Briquettes!
In 1954, the Chicago Combustion Corporation introduced what many consider the first widely marketed portable gas grill . Overnight, backyard cooking went from smoky guesswork to turn-the-knob confidence. No waiting on coals, no ash cleanups, just instant heat and happy plates. It was a tiny twist that sparked a nationwide love affair with easy, everyday grilling. |  |
PLANTS & GARDEN
After tucking a pot of lemon balm by the porch, we watched summer evenings shift from swatting to savoring. Fun fact: mosquitoes track us by scent, so we rounded up 21+ awesome mosquito repellent plants—like catnip, lavender, and basil—to help keep them at bay.
THANK YOU!
From glue gaffes to mossie-muting plants, fresh yards, and fluffier shags—consider this your weekly sparkle . Unstick your fingers, outsmart the buzz, banish the backyard whiff, and revive that cozy rug: small switches, big sighs of relief. You’ve got this, friend—and your home just did a happy dance in the sunshine.
Warmly,
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