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July 5, 2012

Take Away Odors Naturally


Not going to lie I have a stinky bathroom. I clean it all the time and it's still kind of stinky. But I fixed that problem in such a simple way.... Baking soda. It seriously works. How could something so easy work so well? Who knows but it does! You will also be avoiding all of the toxic VOC in normal air fresheners and its really cheap! I found this other really cute jar and tutorial at Smashed Peas and Carrots.

All  you need is...
1/4 cup baking soda
essential oil 5 drops (optional and depending on the type of oil you used you may need more or less)
Some kind of jar.  I used a mini milk jug because that's what I had on hand
Fabric and ribbon (also optional)

Directions: Mix baking soda and essential oil together and place in a jar. Cut a circle out of fabric big enough to cover the bottle with some extra to hang off the edges. Tie with a bow and put it in your very stinky room! It also works without putting the fabric on, but it does make it much cuter!

That's all you need to have a non-smelly room!! Easy as pie! What have you done to take the stink out of your house?

This was part of the Homestead Barn Hop, the Morris Tribe, Sew Chatty, Sew Can Do, Craft-O- Maniac, Homemaker on a Dime, Frugally Sustainable, Thrifty Decorating, Real Food Forager, String Town Home, Deep Roots at Home

26 comments:

  1. HeatherJuly 5, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    Great idea! We use baking soda in homemade deodorant, and in the fridge, but I never thought to put it in our bathroom (which also stinks, no matter how much cleaning I do). Will be doing this this afternoon :-)

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    1. AnonymousJuly 6, 2012 at 7:22 AM

      Im glad I am not the only one with a stinky bathroom! Im happy to inspire you!

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  2. AnonymousJuly 5, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    GREAT! Thank you

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  3. AnonymousJuly 5, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    I keep baking soda in my fridge but never thought of the bathroom/ laundry room. Cute and kid safe too,thanks Amy!
    Melissa K

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    1. AnonymousJuly 6, 2012 at 7:23 AM

      Thanks Melissa! Luckily you have girls so they're not as stinky as little boys haha!

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  4. AnonymousJuly 5, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Thanks for a way of ridding the room of smell, not masking it that won't make a mess if someone bumps the container. In addition to being prettier, it's safer, too!

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    1. AnonymousJuly 6, 2012 at 7:19 AM

      So glad you like it! Thank you for the encouraging words!

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  5. SarahJuly 9, 2012 at 7:00 AM

    I think I will try this. My boys' bathroom is just terrible. I can't even stand to go in there! Off to see if it helps!

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  6. Adorned From AboveJuly 9, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    this is a great idea. I have a Blog Hop, and I would love it if you would link this post. You can find it at
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/07/3-face-masks-from-your-kitchen-and.html
    It is called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Blog Hop.
    I hope to see you there. Have a great Day.
    Debi Bolocofsky
    Adorned From Above
    www.adornedfromabove.com

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  7. MicheleJuly 9, 2012 at 11:52 PM

    What a simple, cute idea! I have a bottle that would be PERFECT for this! How long do you think the smell-killing power will last?

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    1. AnonymousJuly 10, 2012 at 7:18 AM

      Thanks Michele! I would say at least a month or 2. Maybe longer. I guess we will know when the stinkiness comes back :)

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  8. UnknownJuly 10, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Such a good idea! I've used baking soda in the fridge, but never the bathroom.... and I like how you used the bottle.... so much more attractive than just the box. I'm going to have to do this! Thanks for the link! :)
    -Heather
    Stringtown Home

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  9. Jacqueline@ Deeprootsathome.comJuly 11, 2012 at 12:37 AM

    Dear Amy,

    I would just love it if you would contribute this post on 'EOA' Wednesday at Deeprootsathome.com. I don't know why I didn't think of this. I use it in the refrigerator.. I will be making this! Thanks!

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    1. AnonymousJuly 11, 2012 at 7:22 AM

      Thanks Jacqueline! I just linked up!

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  10. UnknownJuly 11, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    This is great! I like non chemicals and stinky sprays are a no no in my home. WHY cover up an odor? When you can do this!? Thanks for sharing! We'd love it if you'd share this at our Home is Where the Heart is! http://www.homesteadsimple.com/home-is-where-the-heart-is-link-it-up-wednesdays-1/
    and any other posts you'd like to share that have to do with homesteading and homemaking!

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    1. AnonymousJuly 14, 2012 at 6:57 AM

      Sorry Erika I just saw this and just linked up!!

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  11. UnknownJuly 12, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    What a simple and brilliant idea. I've always used baking soda to kill odors, but it never occurred to me to add essential oils! I am totally going to do this. Thanks so much for the tip.

    I'm following you now. :)

    Courtney
    Musings of an Imperfect Mom

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    1. AnonymousJuly 14, 2012 at 6:57 AM

      Thanks for following Courtney I hope this works absolutely fantastic for you!

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  12. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingJuly 20, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    Oh what a great idea! We have worked hard to eliminate the toxins in our home and this is just another great way to do just that!! Thanks.

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    1. AnonymousJuly 21, 2012 at 9:35 PM

      Thanks Alicia! So glad you like this idea! Hope it works for you as well as it does for us!

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  13. MandyJuly 27, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    You can also take this same idea and use the mixture as a carpet freshener. Just sprinkle on the carpet before you vacuum and you get the same effect.

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    1. AnonymousAugust 2, 2012 at 10:37 PM

      O my I need to do this our carpet smells like stinky husky!!! Thanks for sharing! Sorry for the late comment I was on vacation!

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  14. JeniferJuly 29, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    I have used a similar mixture in my kitty litter to cut down on that stink, but I sprinkle it on. I've also sprinkled in on my carpet.

    If you got one of those large shaker jars to put the baking soda in and then the fabric on top, you could use this for both!

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    1. AnonymousAugust 2, 2012 at 10:36 PM

      Thats a good idea! Although we don't have any kittys thats still a good tip! I will definitely share that with my friends that do!

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  15. TaleahAugust 16, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    A quick fix for the EXTRA stinky moments is a little bowl of white vinegar. We had a bit of a kitchen funk when I was cleaning out the fridge, but the vinegar worked wonders and quickly!

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  16. renaDecember 10, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    I keep a dollar store sprinkle jar (meant for pizza cheese) full of baking soda next to the stove at all times, just to kill a flare up if it should ever occur (3 teens in the house...need I say more). I sprinkle it on the dog bed a few hours before shaking it out. And one time I sprinkled the carpet, said dog was a little overdue on a bath, with the intention of vacuuming it up right after. My company arrived before I could get out the vacuum and I didn't get to the vacuum for a few days. The baking soda seeped into the rug and no one knew it was there. AND it really absorbed the unwanted doggie smell. So now I sprinkle it on the carpet mid week and vacuum it up on the weekend. I also keep a sprinkle jar in the bathroom, it works as a quick sink cleaner when unexpected company arrives and doesn't smell like you went into the bathroom to clean it just for them :).

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