Sunday, November 4, 2018

In the FALL mood

We are a DIY store, so let's DIY Fall!

I like to have a simmering pot or mini crock pot of spices to give the house a great autumn aroma.


Below are a couple recipes and ideas for gifting a welcoming aroma for the home during fall and winter holidays.

Add the following combinations to water and allow to simmer to bring out the gorgeous aromas.  
You can also use cheesecloth to gather your spices (dried), tie with twine and place into a mason jar with our wonderful lids, give with a bag of oranges or lemons as a hostess gift. 


For a truly special gift add our ornate Vintologie Silver metal jar jewelry added to the jar with a label.


You could also use our Autumn Felt flowers.
 


We also have die cut instructions for creating beautiful flowers as adornments as well.    

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Orange Cinnamon scent

2 cinnamon sticks 

1/2 tablespoon nutmeg (or a whole nut) 

1 orange (large slices) 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups water


Orange Spice Scent

  • 1 orange rind  fresh or two rinds dried
  • 2 whole anise stars
  • 2 tablespoons whole cloves
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1-2 cups of water



Southwest Autumn

  • 3 lemons thickly sliced
  • 3 star anise
  • 1 small knob of fresh ginger cut to release scent (or grated)
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried orange peel
  • 2 dried chili peppers
  • 10 peppercorns
  • 5 cups water







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