[ Potpourri simmering on the stove ]
There’s something to be said about the phrase “home for the holidays.” This homemade potpourri [ created by my step-mom, Julie ] is constantly brewing at my parents’ house during the holiday season. Its spicy essence creates a warm feeling of sensory memory. It immediately transforms the ambience to a Thanksgiving & Christmas feeling. The best part? No calories– the smell of festive spirit is enough to alleviate the temptation of baked goods.
[ A red ripe gala apple ]
[ Organic cinnamon sticks ]
[ Sliced oranges ]
[ Potpourri essentials ]
Homemade Cinnamon Spice Potpourri
1 1/2 cup of spicy apple cider
1 gala apple
2 oranges
8 cinnamon sticks
6 whole nutmegs
1 dash of ground cloves
2 dashes of pumpkin spice
Put everything in to a small pot. When there are people at home, turn the stove on the lowest simmer [ do not forget to turn it off when no one is home!!! ]. This concoction last for two weeks; it is totally normal for the ingredients to shrivel up over the days, just keep adding splashes of spicy apple cider [ every few days ].
I love this! Ive heard that scented candles are actually really toxic for you to breathe in, so this is such a great idea for a healthy, natural way to make your home smell amazing. Thanks so much!
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