The main dresser I use has 3 drawers. One of them has been made completely useless because I mistakenly threw in a wool shawl that was gifted to me - not knowing it stank of mothballs and general mustiness. It's where I store my wool and silk clothing, all the "dry clean only" stuff, all of which now stinks to high heavens. Gah. I am airing out and dry cleaning (and tossing) the clothes, but what do to about the smelliness of the drawer itself? I will confess I left the dang shawl in there for close to a year before getting rid of it!
The drawer/dresser is made of solid cherry wood, and is currently airing on the deck in the backyard. Still smells though. Thanks for any advice!