a simple house

I have a friend who was wondering about a natural spray for the home to deodorize as well as have the house smelling nice.

always remember- simple ingredients. simple things.

make a simple house.

picture via Architectural Digest

and The Inspired Room

these are the two things that I use~( if opening the windows dont do the trick!)

a powder form ( for floors, for trash bins and even diaper pails)

* 2-3 cups baking soda

* 10-15 drops of a fresh smelling essential oil ( we use 10 drops lemon and 3-4 drops sage)

blend together. stir... let sit and oils to rest.... then stir again.

take this powder, dust on carpets or in bins/laundry basket. Let sit for a bit and if on carpet, vacuum. If in a bin just leave it be.

this same mixture can be made into little "disks" for diaper pails or laundry baskets by mixing in a bit of water- making a paste. then let sit in muffin pan or ice cube tray to dry. when it dries- just pop out and store in a dry place ( like a mason jar) until you want to use it. Drop into diaper bucket and leave be. dont worry about removing- because this can be washed with the diapers/laundry.... super simple!

a spray form ( for linens, curtains and even couches)

*2 cups distilled water ( tap or chlorinated water will kill the essential oil scent)

1/4 cup vodka (really, really cheap vodka- dont buy top shelf)

10-20 drops of essential oil ( what you want your home to smell like!) Mix vodka and oil first. Vodka is an emulsifier... then add water.

pour into spray bottle. ( this 2 cup amount will cost on average 70 cents, depending on what scent you use.)

this mixture will cloud and separate- so just shake well before each use.

it is that simple.