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Make your own scented candles |
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It's
really easier than most people think. Start by melting wax from unused
candles or wax you got at the local craft store. You can do it by using a
double layered broiler or with a microwave, using a micro-safe
container. During that time glue a sturdy piece of string or a store
bought candle wick to the bottom of a glass or a bowl.
Once
the wax is melted quickly mix in coffee beans, vanilla, cinnamon
pieces, mint leaves, or whatever it is you want your candle to smell
like. Pour the mixture into your bowl while holding the candle wick up.
Hold it up for about a minute until the wax thickens and your candle is
ready!
If
you want to get really creative, you can use a sliced pumpkin or
similar objects as your candle base. Not only is this much better
looking, but it will also add more amazing smells to your house.
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Use multiple scented candles
If you have a large house than one candle won't really do the job. It
can be a candle you made yourself or ones you bought, the important
thing is to experiment with many kinds. You'll be surprised how fun it
can be to encounter a different smell each time you enter another room.
Make a herbal fire starter |
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The
next tip is great for people with a fireplace or a wood operated oven
in their house. It's also a great idea for something to take with you
when you are going camping, or just enjoying a relaxed night by a fire.
To
make these herbal fire starters you will need coffee filters and a
variety of dry spices and herbs. Just to give you a general example of
what works best, I often use dried orange and apple peels, lavender,
sprigs of rosemary and cinnamon. Stuff the coffee filters with a handful
of the mixture and use a needle and thread to sew the top opening
closed. If you're not that good with sewing you can just tie the top
with a string. Throw it in the fire and enjoy, it’s that simple.
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This
is a simple and ingenious way to mimic the smells of great home cooking
without actually do any cooking. Take a small pot or a saucepan and
fill it half way with water. Throw in things like cinnamon sticks,
citrus peels, olive oil, basil or nutmeg. You just need to boil the
water and your whole house will be filled with an amazing smell in no
time. Have fun experimenting with different ingredients and different
smells, you'll be amazed how effective this method can be.
Make a reed diffuser |
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Go
to your local crafts store and pick up some reed sticks so you can make
a reed diffuser with your favorite essential oils. Fill a cup with
about two thirds water, and add 10 drops of essential oil or other
strong fragrance liquid. Flip the reeds over every couple of hours to
refresh the scent. It might not be the best solution for your entire
house, but it's great for small bathrooms and dinner tables.
Make your own potpourri |
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Sure you can buy potpourri at
just about any home-goods store, but it's much cheaper to just do it
yourself, and you can control exactly what smells you get. Start by
collecting dried materials, aromatic spices and essential oils to your
liking. You can go for a spicy mixture of cinnamon sticks, nutmeg,
star anise and cloves, or a red and green mixture of cranberries,
fragrant evergreens and dried eucalyptus. The sky is the limit so let
your imagination run wild.
Put everything into a bowl and
add a few drops of essential oil or lemon juice on top. If will make a
room smell fantastic for days.
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Labels: apple peels, basil, Cinnamon, Cranberry/ karonda, herbal fire starter, home made, humidifier, lavender oil, nutmeg, orange peel, potpourri, reed, rosemary, scented candles
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