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If you have a pair of shoes that stink, you may think the situation is hopeless and you must get rid of the smelly shoes. But getting rid of a stinky pair of shoes is not the only option for dealing with the odor. The more you wear a pair of shoes, the more sweat and bacteria build up in the interior of the shoe. It is the sweat and bacteria build up that causes the foul smell. If you have a pair of shoes that you use for exercise, these shoes can be especially prone to smelling bad since they are used frequently and when they are used you are probably producing a lot of foot sweat. Thankfully, there are solutions for ridding your shoes of a yucky smell.

Many people think that a pair of fabric shoes can be simply thrown into the washing machine to get them clean and smelling fresh. However, this is not always a good idea because washing your shoes in a household clothing washer can warp or ruin your shoes.

One thing that will kill the odor causing bacteria in your shoes is freezing temperatures. So, while putting your shoes in the freezer may sound silly, this can instantly freshen up a pair of foul smelling shoes. Make sure that you shake or brush off any loose dirt on the shoes before you put them in your freezer. Also, you may wish to wrap your shoes in plastic wrap or place them in a plastic grocery sack before putting them in your freezer as well. Some people might feel a bit squeamish about putting a pair of stinky shoes in such close proximity to food they will some day be eating.

Additionally, before you place the shoes in the freezer, sprinkle the interior generously with baking soda. Shake the baking soda around to evenly distribute it throughout the shoes. You should leave your shoes in the freezer overnight to ensure they have been exposed to freezing temperatures long enough to kill the bacteria. When you take the shoes out of the freezer the next morning, you should let them warm up before wearing them. You can shake the excess baking soda into the trash can, but leaving a little baking soda in the interior of the shoe is not going to hurt the shoe. In fact, leaving a little bit of baking soda inside the shoe may help prolong the freshness of your shoes so you will not have to freeze them again so quickly the next time.

If you are lucky enough to live in a climate where the weather reaches freezing levels, you can simply place your shoes outside. This will have the same bacteria killing effect as placing your shoes in the freezer. You can follow the same baking soda placement procedure as stated above. When placing your shoes outside, make sure you put them in a sealed plastic bag so they do not collect moisture which will obviously turn into frost.

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Looking for something special to give your husband, son, daughter, mother, father, sister, brother, cousin, or best friend for their birthday, graduation, Christmas, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any other gift-giving occasion? Thousands of gift ideas exist, but one is often overlooked: Luggage. Everybody travels in some capacity. Whether it is a short business trip, a vacation, a sleep over, going to work, going to school, or moving, everybody has a need for quality pieces of luggage to move their belongings from one point to another.

What should you buy when the time comes to give a person luggage as a gift? That of course depends on whom you are buying the gift for and how you envision them using the items. Is the gift for a man or a woman? Is the person younger or older? Will the person be using the bags for traveling, going to work, or going to school? Once you have these basic questions answered, you can begin your search for the perfect gift.
Everyone loves backpacks. A backpack is one of the most useful contraptions that man has ever invented. You can fit a host of belongings in the bag then you can strap it on to your back to carry with you so that your hands remain free. The device is simple, yet elegant. If the target of your gift is a student, a camper, or a casual traveler, a backpack is a great choice. Backpacks come in different styles. Some are very basic, with a simple compartment and shoulder straps. Others have more options, and might come with multiple compartments, a drink holder, and even straps that hook around the user’s waist to allow more weight to be supported comfortably. Backpacks come in many different materials, the most popular being leather, vinyl, and nylon. The color and material should fit the personality of the person receiving the gift and its intended use.

Wheeled bags are also useful in many situations. If the person you are giving the gift to already has a good backpack, or if the backpack is not appropriate, you might consider a wheeled bag. These are a new take on the old suitcase. Wheeled bags are usually simple rectangular bags with a hard outside to keep the rectangular shape. They come equipped with wheels on the bottom and a telescoping handle at the top. This allows the user to extend the handle and pull the back behind him as it rolls on its wheels. These bags are very useful when traveling. Small to medium sized wheeled bags can be carried on to an airplane. Larger wheeled bags can hold enough clothes to last many days and can always be checked in at the airport. Business people who do not want a backpack to wrinkle a shirt use wheeled bags to carry laptop computers and documents when traveling from home to the office.

Luggage is the perfect gift for almost anybody. Everybody can use some type of bag. If you are looking for a great gift for somebody you care about, you cannot go wrong with a nice piece of luggage.