Make Sachets With Potpourri And Essential Oils

Do you have potpourri and essential oils coming out your ears?
If so, you may want to consider using them to make simple
sachets as gifts Sachets are great for tucking into bureau
drawers to make your clothing smell wonderful and also can be
used in closets
To make a sachet, you will need muslin, ribbon, and some
potpourri Cut a four inch by eight inch piece of muslin Fold
it in half with the right sides together so that you make a four
inch by four inch piece Sew the two side edges and turn the
muslin sack right side out
Next, fill the sack two thirds of the way with your potpourri
Add a few drops of your favorite essential oils Then, gather
the top edges of your sack and tie them off with the ribbon If
you will be giving the sachets to people who will be hanging
them in closets, make a hanging loop in the ribbon Otherwise,
make a pretty bow Add decorative elements such as fabric
flowers, buttons, or bits of lace to dress up your sachets
If you want to make the sachets a bit fancier, you can use
decorative cotton fabrics or even lace to make your sacks
instead of using simple muslin
For a fun variation on the sachet, make scented kitchen hot pads
as gifts You can use store bought hot pads or make your own If
you use store bought hot pads, open a few inches on one seam and
add a few drops of essential oil or herbs and spices like
cinnamon or nutmeg Then, sew the seam back up When a hot plate
of food or a cup of tea sits on the hot pad, the warmth will
release the scent
Whether you make sachets or hot pads as gifts, you will be able
to give useful presents that smell fabulous

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