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I broke a fish oil capsule in my jeans pocket and after several washing they still reek of fish.  I have a front-loeading washing machine.  Can you help?  If not, do you know who can? Thanks --
Alice

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Hi Alice;
Hey, after four kids and 8 grandkids I am a wiz at wierd odors!

I have tried many tried and true cures, but to me, this works the best. Was the jeans with a 1/ cup of baking soda, then re-wash them again with a cup of vinegar in the washer and then simply dry as usual in the dryer and you are good to go! It takes a little longer than some methods, but I have excellant results with almost every odor imaginable by using this method.

The fish smell will be totally gone, your jeans will be super clean and the vinegar works as a fabric softener too.

Happy washing,
Jan Hayner

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If you have questions regarding home organizing, house cleaning shortcuts, office organizing, files, record keeping, organizing your children, teaching your kids how to help you clean and making it fun, I will give you the advice of a Professional Organizer, mom of four and grandma of 8. Working Smarter-Not Harder is a phrase I live by; taking the stress out of life so you have time for the fun things is my goal!

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I have been a Professional Organizer for 9 years, the mom of 4 and grandma of 8,I do work for clients in the home and the work place, and am considered an expert in my field of Organization.

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