Description
A natural homemade bug repellent made with essential oils and fresh ingredients to repel mosquitoes while providing a pleasant aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8 oz) Mason jars
- 1 (16 oz) Mason jar
- 40 drops rosemary essential oil
- 1 lemon
- 2 key limes or 1 lime
- 8 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 3 tea light candles
- 32 oz water
Instructions
- Slice the Citrus: Cut the lemon and limes into thin, round slices for both visual appeal and aromatic effect.
- Fill the Small Jars: Place 3–4 slices of lemon and lime in each 8 oz Mason jar to create a layered and decorative look.
- Prepare the Large Jar: Add 4 sprigs of rosemary to the 16 oz jar, and 2 sprigs to each of the small jars.
- Mix the Oil and Water: In a separate bowl, combine 32 oz of water with 40 drops of rosemary essential oil. Stir well to distribute the oil.
- Fill the Jars: Pour the scented water into all three jars, covering the fruit and herbs, but leave room for the floating candles.
- Add Tea Lights: Remove tea lights from their aluminum holders and place one candle on the surface of each jar.
- Light and Place: Light the candles and position the jars around your outdoor space to enjoy their glow and mosquito-repelling scent.
Notes
- Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best results.
- Keep jars away from open flames when not in use.
- You can replace rosemary with other herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: DIY
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A