Relax with a cup of lavender tea Lavender tea is both refreshing and relaxing. Don’t just save it for bedtime – enjoy it on a sunny Sunday afternoon in the garden! This willow pattern china reminds me of afternoon tea in the garden with my elderly granny and aunt. We used to visit them about…
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Battling clothes moths using dried lavender
Clothes moths are a common irritation traditionally remedied using dried lavender I was watching TV the other night and saw a programme on the clothes moth. Apparently they originated in owl pellets! A human’s wardrobe can – it seems – be said to resemble an owl nest from the moth’s point of view! The larvae…
Ten ways to relax with lavender
Take a deep breath and try one of my ten ways to relax with lavender Put a few drops of lavender essential oil in a bath for a soak before bedtime. (The oil is not only soothing but mildly antiseptic so if you have any minor cuts or grazes it will treat them at the…
Dried lavender as a wedding theme
Dried lavender lends a country feel to your celebration. Dried flowers such as dried lavender make lovely wedding confetti & decorations. If you are planning a country-style or vintage themed wedding, extend the feel by using dried flowers in the confetti, as table decorations, and even in favours. Dried lavender as wedding confetti Dried lavender…
How to make a lavender pomander
Making a pomander with dried lavender This pomander is very decorative and easy to make. Use it to perfume your wardrobe – keeping your clothes smelling fresh and deterring clothes moths! This one is hanging on my wardrobe door as I thought it was too pretty to hide away. It’s cheap to…