【 FREE NZ Delivery on orders >$70 | FREE Shipping to SG, HK, JP on orders >$299 】
En.Vie Aromatique | New Zealand
  • our story
  • fragrance
  • handmade soap
  • skincare
  • organics
  • honey | tea

CHRISTMAS DIY - MAKING POTPOURRI

17/11/2016

0 Comments

 
Picture
Its 5 weeks to Christmas and we know some of you ladies enjoy DIY gifts. So, we are going to post 1 recipe every week leading up to the big weekend and hopefully you will find something inspiring or else - you know where to find us every Saturday at Chijmes.

Let’s start with Potpourri this week. It’s simple to put together and last for quite a long time. Nope, this is nothing like the potpourri you buy from the stores – bags of dried out bits, unrecognisable wood shavings, leaves and other “botanicals” that the labels claim will transport us to Christmas, a garden party or even an exotic paradise - all at once!

Now, flowers have long been used to scent the home and it was during the 18th century that the potpourri was first created. Potpourri was originally a culinary term meaning a pot of mixed vegetables but it got hijacked and became a pot of fresh mixed fragrance fowers, herbs and spices.
Unlike modern versions, a traditional potpourri always contains roses. A fixative is required to prolong the fragrance and essential oil (please do not use fragrant oil) is used to intensify the scent. The easiest potpourri is a dry mix. Here’s a classic recipe and you will need the following:
 
2 to 3 teaspoons of spice(s) of your choice
25g orris root powder (from the Iris flower)
6 drops of essential oil
1 kg of fresh flower petals of your choice
25g herbs / leaves (sage and dried lavender are very nice!)
1 teaspoon of citrus peel such as grated orange / lemon rind (optional)


(i) To make the potpourri, mix the spices, orris powder and essential oil first. When you add essential oil, make sure to rub the mixture between your fingers and thumb to make sure the oil is evenly distributed.

(ii) In a separate bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients. Add the aromatic spice mixture and mix thoroughly. Store this mixture in airtight container and keep it in a cool, dark cupboard for at least 2-3 weeks. Shake the container occasionally to redistribute the ingredients. After “maturing”, put the potpourri in a decorative bowl or use it to fill organza bags as gifts.
0 Comments



Leave a Reply.

    about

    This blog is intended to provide wholesome information on natural fragrance, botanical skin care and an organic lifestyle  All reasonable care has been taken in the content provided. Please use all guidance + recommendation with caution and not as a guide to self-diagnosis and treatment. We disclaim all responsibility for any liability, personal risk and damage incurred directly or indirectly as a consequence of the use/application of any of the products and content listed.

    archives

    November 2022
    March 2017
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    August 2015
    June 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015

    RSS Feed

    categories

    All
    Aromatherapy
    DIY Skincare
    Eco Living
    Floral
    Fragrance
    Hair Growth
    Lavender
    Natural Skincare
    New Products
    Organic Hair Care
    Provence

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.