Monday, August 31, 2009

Christmas Scent

This makes excellent gifts.  Make sure that you make some for yourself too, because it really smells wonderful!  Note: you need to use whole cloves, ground cloves are much stronger and will overwhelm the other scents.  If you aren't a fan of cloves....leave then out!!  I do sometimes.
2 - 4 T whole cloves **optional
2-4 cinnamon sticks
4 bay leaves
1/2 orange sliced
1/2 lemon sliced
Add orange and lemon slices to dry mixture of spices.  Put in a small saucepan or potpourri pot with 4  cups water.  Simmer on low to release the fragrance.  IF you simmer for a few hours, you will need to add more water occasionlly so it doesn't boil dry.  Stor in refrigerator when not in use, to prevent molding.  It can be simmered over and over again, just add more water (4 cups) before each use.
To Give as A Gift:
Put ingredients  in a quart size decorative jar.  Add enough water to fill jar and add a few drops of red food coloring.  Close securely and give with a gift tag listing directions for use. 

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