Make Your Own Air Fresheners
I had bought a type of room freshener and found I can make them for much less than the $10.00 that I paid! I went to garden shop and bought 'SoilMoist', which are granules which retain moisture when planting.
I used empty candle jars which had tight fitting covers. Put a couple of tablespoons of SoilMoist in jar (you can always add more) and add water. The granules swell about 4 times their size. Add several drops of essential oil, stir with something you don't mind its absorbing the scent, and cover with the jar cover for several hours. Open and enjoy the fragrance spreading through out the room.
I use Lavender for my bedroom to relax me! When the granules dry out, add water and essential oil, cover, then enjoy! This can be done frequently as needed.
By Joandogs
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RE: Make Your Own Air Fresheners
Great idea!
Post by sharonross0624
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I think this is a nice idea, and I might be overly concerned, but what does concern me is that 'Soil Moist' is made of acrylic polymer and meant for use with 'water' with this product and to be placed under the soil near plant roots. I can't help but wonder about potential dangers of mixing with essential oils and breathing it in might be :-( Acrylic polymer is used for industrial applications such as paint which, because mixed with other chemical compounds, is considered a hazardous material.
Post by Deeli
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They call these "Smelly Jellies". Nice little gifts for teachers! Julie
Post by jlta624
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The length of time the fragrance lasts will depend upon how much you use, and the size of the container it is in.. I started with about a teaspoon of fragrance. Sometimes I added more, other times [because fragrance was stronger] I didn't have to add any more.
Post by JoanDogs
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Great idea! Wow!
Post by jesikarena
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How long does one of the mixtures last as far as fragrance is concerned?
Post by lrrn567
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I will try this myself, thanks for a wonderful idea!
Post by sickandsexy
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Thank you for this idea. I love to use essential oils - and this is a unique way to "clean" the air. I can't wait to try it. These are much beter then propellents, & the other odd ingredients used in room deodorizers. Thanks again.
Post by mulberry204
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