March 22, 2026
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Spring is a great time to refresh a few things around the house, and sometimes the simplest little fixes can make all the difference. A few quick habit and easy tricks can help your home feel cleaner, your kitchen tools last longer, and even bring some everyday items back to life.
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Handy Hint: Restore Your Dishwasher
Over time, excess food and grime will build up in your dishwasher's interior. Get in the habit of cleaning any remaining bits of foods (beans, pasta, and so on) after each dishwashing cycle.
Pull out the bottom rack to look for leftover food, and remove it with a paper towel to prevent future odors. Remove food bits from inside the filter too.
Thrifty Tip: Re-Season Rusty Cast Iron
Over-scrubbing cast iron with metal scouring pads can remove the seasoning from your trusty skillet. To restore the finish, use a scrub sponge to remove any rust, clean with a bit of mild dish soap, then rinse and dry well. Coat the inside and outside with vegetable oil and bake upside down in the oven at 350 degrees for one hour. Let cool and remove excess grease with a paper towel.
Thrifty Tip: Make Sneakers Bright Again
Restore your white shoes to their just-out-of-the-box state by cleaning them with a mild soap and water. Dip a sponge or brush into the soapy water and gently scrub to remove scuffs and stains.
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