For good smelling towels, sheets, clothes, etc. place a few drops of your favorite essential oil onto a small piece of terry cloth and toss into the clothes dryer while drying.
Add 5 drops essential oil to 1/4 cup fabric softener or water and place in the center cup of the washer.
Potpourri which has lost its scent can be revived by adding a few drops of essential oil.
Add a few drops of oil to water in a spray bottle and use as an air freshener.
Add a few drops essential oil to a pan of water and simmer on stove or in a potpourri pot.
To enjoy a scented candle, place a drop or two into the hot melted wax as the candle bums.
To dispel household cooking odors, add a few drops of Clove oil to a simmering pan.
Ease headache pain by rubbing a drop of Lavender oil onto the back of your neck.
1 Add 10 drops of essential oil to a box of cornstarch or baking soda, mix very well, let set for a day or two and then sprinkle over the carpets on your home. Let set for an hour or more, then vacuum.
Put a few drops of your favorite essential oil on a cotton ball and place it in your vacuum cleaner bag.
To fragrance your kitchen cabinets and drawers, place a good scent dabbed on a cotton ball into an inconspicuous comer.
Apply true Lavender oil directly to cuts, scrapes or scratches. 1 or 2 drops will promote healing.
An essential oil dropped onto a radiator scent ring or light bulb will not only fill the room with a wonderful fragrance, but will also set a mood such as calming or uplifting. (Don't put essential oil in the socket.)
Flies and moths dislike Lavender oil. Sprinkle it on the outside of your window frames.
Place 1 or 2 drops of sleep enhancing oil on your pillow before retiring for restful sleep.
When moving into a new home, first use a water spray containing your favorite essential oils and change the odorous environment to your own. Do this for several days until it begins to feel like your space.
To bring fever down, sponge the body with cool water to which 1 drop each of Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Lavender oils have been addedhttp://gourmetcider.com/index.php?ind=reviews&op=entry_view&iden=52.
The blend of Lavender and Grapefruit oil is good for the office. Lavender creates a calm tranquil atmosphere while Grapefruit stimulates the senses and clears up stale air.
Organic Lavender Essential Oil may be purchased @
Cashmere Cider Mill Tasting Room
5420 Woodring Canyon Rd, Cashmere 98815
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