Something in your life probably stinks. How to make that smell better...

We’re surrounded by potentially stinky things...

...and the damp weather and humidity is bound to activate some odors. Here are some relatively easy ways to de-stink some smelly stuff:

• Your house: Fill some bowls with vinegar and leave them in the stinky spots for a day or so. 

• Your closet: Cat litter is custom made for the job. You can even pour a little in those stinky shoes.

• Your furniture: Baking soda to the rescue. Sprinkle some on and let it sit for 24 hours. Just be sure to shade those spots from direct sunlight, otherwise the baking soda could have a bleaching effect.