With warmer days ahead, I swear by this trick to getting rid of all the flies, mosquitoes, and bugs

A slippery barrier is formed on top of the mixture by the olive oil. If you put flies or mosquitoes in the trap—particularly via the perforations in the plastic wrap—the oil will suffocate them, limiting their ability to fly away.

Notes:

Use this trap around the house without worrying about hurting your kids or pets. If you’re worried about spillage, however, put it somewhere out of reach.

If the trap mixture becomes too full, or if you check on it every few days, you should change it.

Setting Up: A warm, shady spot frequented by flies and mosquitoes is ideal for setting up the trap.