How to Make a Sweet Pickle Fly Trap

There’s nothing worse than trying to enjoy a quiet summer evening on the porch…
Only to be buzzed, dive-bombed, and relentlessly annoyed by flies.

They land on your lemonade.
They hover near your dog’s ears.
They turn peaceful moments into a slap-fight with the air.

And bug sprays? They stink.
Zappers? They’re loud.
Store-bought traps? Often full of chemicals.

But what if you could trap flies using something you already have in your fridge — like leftover pickle juice?

Say hello to the Sweet Pickle Fly Trap — a genius, no-fuss, zero-waste solution that’s:

Cheap
Easy to make
Kid- and pet-safe
And shockingly effective
Let’s dive into how this quirky kitchen hack actually works — and how you can make one in under 5 minutes.

🍶 Why Sweet Pickle Juice Works (And Dill Doesn’t)
Not all pickles are created equal when it comes to fly control.

✅ Sweet Pickles = Fly Magnets
The brine from sweet pickles contains: