Did you know that certain herbs such as lavender, tansy, and wormwood have a moth-repellent property. Just combine these herbs in an organza sachet and place them into closets or drawers for a beautiful fragrance.
These organza sachets are easy to make, inexpensive, and also makes great wedding favor gifts (MS, 2010).
Find the tools and materials at your local Joann Fabrics or Michaels Craft Supply store.
Tools and Materials
Two 4-inch squares of organza
Matching thread
Sewing needle
Pins
Lavender, wormwood, cedar, or patchouli
Rosemary, tansy, cinnamon, or cloves
Pouch
Funnel
Mixing bowl
Pinking shears
Decorative ribbon
Organza Sachet How-To
1. Pin together two 4-inch squares of organza, and sew a tight zigzag stitch around the perimeter, leaving a 1/2-inch seam allowance; keep a 1-inch opening on one side.
2. Mix 2 parts of either lavender, wormwood, cedar, or patchouli with 1 part of either rosemary, tansy, cinnamon, or cloves. Pour the mixture into the pouch with a funnel.
3. Sew the opening closed with a tight zigzag stitch, and trim the edges with pinking shears. Make three or four sachets, and tie them together with a decorative ribbon to present as a gift.
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