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Ah, the dreaded ink stain. Next time you find this unwanted intruder on your clothing, grab some dish soap and hydrogen peroxide. Dab both onto the stain and let them sit for 20 minutes. Then throw your clothing in the washing machine, and the ink should totally disappear.
Read more here: 14 Stain Removal Hacks We Know Actually Work Because We Tried Them.
So, you got a dreaded grease stain on your blouse. Before you rush to the dry cleaner, try this DIY remedy first, says Happy Mom Blog. Pour some baby powder directly over the grease stain and pat dry any excess. Then, use a toothbrush to massage dish soap and water into the stain until it foams. Toss the dirty blouse into the laundry machine, and when the cycle is done, the stain should be gone.
It's only natural that every once in a while your refrigerator starts to smell, but there's an easy solution to keeping your fridge smelling fresh if you don't have a box of baking soda on hand. Look no further than coffee grounds. (Sure, you could use fresh coffee grounds, but why waste those precious beans?)
The next time you make a cup of Joe, save those wet coffee grounds and spread them on a baking sheet so they dry. Once dry, you've got a natural deodorizer. Put the grounds in an open container (like an uncovered Tupperware or small bowl), and place them in the fridge. The coffee will absorb any unpleasant scents and keep your fridge smelling nice.
Rather than throw out your old pillow cases, keep them in your storage closet and put them to use during your spring cleaning routine. Homemaker Chic explains how it's done: Use a stepladder so you can reach your fan, and envelop each blade in the pillow case one by one, dragging to catch the dust. When you're done, the pillow case will contain all the dust, and you can dump it right into the trash.