Just because something is basic doesn't mean it has to be boring. And IKEA proves just that with its 99-cent HILDEGUN dish towel. It might be one of the simplest items on IKEA's website, but it's still effortlessly stylish, with a vintage-style ticking stripe running along either side. Because it's crafted from superabsorbent 100% cotton fabric, it's receiving rave reviews from people who have stocked up.
Kitchen towels take a beating. Between drying hands, wiping counters, and catching food spills, they quickly absorb odors that don't always come out in the wash. Most people don't launder or change kitchen towels as often as they should. If your towels are still in good shape but carry a lingering unpleasant smell, try baking soda. Instead of throwing your kitchen towels away, this humble pantry staple is a natural deodorizer that helps neutralize smells instead of just masking them.