Infused with natural aromas from the kitchen, these jars of potpourri that you simmer on your stovetop will fill your home with a warm and cozy scent. A jar of stovetop simmer potpourri is a perfect hostess gift or a lovely way to create a special feel in your own home.
Materials:
Glass jars
Screw on lids
Vintage doily
Ribbon
Printable Tags (HERE)
Dried orange slices
Bay leaves
Cloves
Star Anise
Cinnamon Sticks
Peppercorns
Rosemary
Allspice
Cardamon Pods
Nutmeg
Arrange your orange slices on the outside of the jar by turning the jar on its side as shown.
Add other ingredients like cinnamon sticks on top of orange slices to keep them in place.
Continue to add ingredients until the jar bottom is filled enough that the items do not bounce around much.
Sprinkle in your spices as you wish.
Seal the jar up with the screw on lid.
If you are giving as a gift add a vintage doily to cover the top of the jar and tie on the label with ribbon.
Now your potpourri is ready to use or give as a gift!
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Welcome! I’m Jane, and I am obsessed with crafting, decorating, gardening, repurposing castoffs and general DIYing.
This blog focuses on creating on a budget, creative and fun projects that will add a bit of amusement to everyday life, cause lets face it, sometimes life isn’t so easy. My projects aim to be simple while also being Eco and budget friendly with a sense of humor or a sarcastic twist.
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