--- "Zickuhr, Kristine" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Does anyone have suggestions on how to safely remove the musty smell from
> clothing/textiles?

If the items are in decent shape, a mixture of vodka and water sprayed on them
and let dry is great for removing smells from clothing. I'm not a big fan of
Febreeze as I don't like the smell it leaves behind. Fresh-Again is another
product like that that is used in theaters to get the smells out of costumes.

And if your conservator won't freak, a good hang outside on a nice, sunny day
works wonders.

Lastly, you could put them in a garment bag with baking soda for a week or so
and see if that works.

Deb

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