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Easy DIY Potpourri That Will Make Your Home Smell Amazing


This potpourri mix is a wonderful addition to any home - it's zesty, floral, woody, fresh, and all natural!


8 dried lemon slices (1 medium sized lemon)

2 cups dried lavender

1 cup dried rosemary

Optional (but recommended): Lemon juice/lemon oil


Directions:

  1. Dry fresh lavender and rosemary by leaving it in some newspaper on your counter for a couple of days.

  2. Pre-heat oven on lowest setting (usually between 150-175 degrees)

  3. Wash lemon with warm water.

  4. Cut lemon into 8 slices.

  5. Spread slices on cookie sheet.

  6. Bake for 1-2 hours, depending on your oven, until dry.

  7. Let cool.

  8. Once all ingredients are completely dry, place in large sachet bag or divide mixture between a couple of small sachet bags.

  9. Then, add a couple of drops of lemon oil/juice to bag(s).

  10. Store sachet in your closet, clothing drawers, kitchen, or anywhere you want a fresh scent!

  11. Add lemon juice/oil once a week for continued freshness.

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