Natural ways to make your home smell wonderful

Smelly shoes, teenagers, pets, bins – there are lots of things that can make your home smell a little strange. Don’t worry, I’ve got 19 natural ways to help you combat bad smells, and they won’t cost you a fortune.

1. Orange peel candle

Here’s an easy solution to a smelly room – make an orange peel candle! Visit instructables.com for all the details on how to make one. It’s a simple and pretty way to get rid of smells, so why not give it a go put a few in a dish on your coffee table?

2. Smudge stick

Many native traditions use Smudging rituals to cleanse the air and repel evil influence. Made up of bundle of dried herbs, a smudge stick is the perfect way to bring the smell of outdoors, inside. It’s easy to make your own with herbs like Thyme, Mint and Sage. If you fancy trying your hand at one, check out youGrowGirl.com for the instructions.

3. Coffee candle

This is a simple and incredibly easy way to make a room smell lovely and all you need is a bowl, coffee beans and a tea light! Want to find out more exciting things you can do with coffee? Check out 21 curious uses for coffee you’ll really love.

4. Lavender lemon candles

Oooh look at these beautiful candles! If you want to smell a wonderful blend of lemon and lavender, follow the instructions atBrit.co. For more lemon fun, don’t miss out on Anushka F’s 29 unexpected uses for lemons.

5. Potpourri

An old classic, potpourri can make your home smell gorgeous, and can also make a perfect gift. This seasonal Winter Spice recipe from Julie Blanner is an easy scent to create at home.

6. Jar room scents

Keep your home smelling wonderful for weeks with these beautiful DIY natural room scents from theYummylife.com. Have a look at Anushka F’s 57 exciting ways you can transform empty jars for more uses.

7. Cinnamon scented pine cones

Try this seasonal room scent and decoration all-in-one – what a smart way to save a bit of cash at Christmas! Start this project well in advance, as it takes between 4 – 6 weeks for the pine cones to infuse the scent. Follow the instructions at eHow.com to make your own.

8. Air freshener gel

Using just a few ingredients, you can make your own gel air freshener by following the instructions in the excellent youTube video above, from HomeHandyHints. It’s a cost-friendly way to make your home smell fantastic.