Removing smell from charms
#81
People who smoke don't think their stuff smells. I lived with a smoker for 25 years and never thought my house smelled like smoke until I asked him not to smoke in the house anymore because of sinus infections I was getting. Guess what, my house smells of cigarettes and I couldn't smell it while it was going on. I had to paint the walls and ceilings and even now a few years later I still come across something that is sticky with nicotine residue.
When he comes home from work and walks in the door, it's like OMG drop your clothes at the door please.
When he comes home from work and walks in the door, it's like OMG drop your clothes at the door please.
#84
The quilt guild that I belong to has a lady that smokes. All of the charity quilts that she makes are given to me to wash and dry. I use 1 capful of liquid laundry detergent, 1/2 cup super washing soda and 1/2 cup Borax 20 Mule Team Laundry Detergent Booster. I wash for 18 minutes, do an extra rinse cycle and add white vinegar to the final rinse. They come out fresh and clean smelling.
#86
Originally Posted by ladyshuffler
Try this....lay them on a cookie sheet , they can overlap. Put them in the freezer for 3 days, check for smell, they should be good. I have heard this used for books as well.
#87
I would be a bit hesitant about that Fabreze stuff. When you iron it, things get worse. Of course, I have industrial allergies and any kind of scented laundry soap or dryer sheets sends me out the back door gasping for air.
#90
Originally Posted by ladyshuffler
Originally Posted by ladyshuffler
Try this....lay them on a cookie sheet , they can overlap. Put them in the freezer for 3 days, check for smell, they should be good. I have heard this used for books as well.
Overall, I must say, a great suggestion!
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