A colored, sodium bicarbonate-based, composition that is, for example, a fabric freshener and deodorizer that can be colored with non-toxic ingredients is provided. A colored baking soda composition may be used to suppress malodor, for freshening fabrics comprising sodium bicarbonate, a coloring agent and a method of use thereof comprising applying the composition uniformly to the fabric and thereafter blending into fabric to remove unwanted odor. The colored baking soda is produced by mixing same together then, in one step, the mixture of the two components undergoes simultaneous mixing-refining until the desired color is obtained. The quantities of colors will vary, the amount of coloring matter used depends upon the depth of shade it is desired to produce, colors can be toned with additional baking soda. A baking soda-based product used to remove malodor, that can be colored with non-toxic ingredients is provided.
