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What material?

I'm not sure. It's thin and somewhat soft (as opposed to stiff or scratchy or satiny). It could be a cotton-polyester blend. It's....pocketbook lining material.

Hmm... That's difficult then. I generally will throw just about anything in the washing machine. :) I'll think about it a bit and see if I can come up with something. I'm thinking baking soda, but not sure why. If you can find a pic of something similar to explain what it looks like that might help me out. Sorry, I try to keep my work bags cotton things I can toss in the wash because I often have exploded food products.

however!! i recently purchased a banana bunker at moma (not available online). if you thought the banana itself looked phallic...

Try a little vinegar on a corner that can't be seen. Let it dry, and if it doesn't stain the material, mix the vinegar with a little water and spray it on the stain. Let it dry without rinsing and it should get the smell out.

Good luck!

(and oh my gosh, that banana thing is hilariously rude - I've seen another banana holder that is far more polite!)

Sure to work: enzyme cleaner used for pet or child accidents (i.e.: Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover) from any pet store. Some baby stores have the equivalent. Or let me know, I have a gallon of it (really) and you can try it. (remember, I'm in Brookline ...) I've used it after spilling a latte in a car at the hottest time of the year ...

I would try rubbing the affected area gently with a cloth with warm, soapy water, followed by a cloth with plain water to wash away the soap. Does it have washing instructions? Some such bags do--it may be machine washable. If all else fails, you could take it to your favorite dry cleaner and see what they can do--it may not cost more than a few dollars.

I've had good luck with baking soda, although usually on new (wet) stains. Maybe wipe it with a damp cloth and then try the baking soda?

Good luck.