Is there anything more inviting than the warm scent of Nutmeg, Clove and Orange? It just feels like a big mug of steaming tea on a cool, crisp day. Spice oils like this are warming to both the body and mind, creating a sense of safety and security. We can remember spice oil benefits as heartwarming, like the friend who always helps us find our spark in life again, who kindles our dreams and shares their own energy with us, lifting our spirits. These oils are also high in antioxidants and help provide immune and general wellness support, making them a win-win when it comes to creating a cozy autumn home.
Cozy up this season with the new Autumn Edit Starter Bundle!
What's included:
- Includes Christmas Spirit, Nutmeg, Orange, Clove, Grapefruit, and Bergamot oils
- Includes Thieves Cleaner for autumn-scented cleaning
- All the perfect oils for autumn diffusing, DIYs, and the coziest spaces
- A gorgeous Cactus Diffuser
- Cinnamint Lip Balm
- Limited time only!
14 Ways to Bring the Scents of Autumn into Your Home
Whip up a delicious DIY Autumn Spice Thieves Cleaner:
- Add 2 capfuls Thieves Cleaner and 10 drops each Christmas Spirit, Bergamot, Orange to a 16 oz glass spray bottle
- Fill with water. Use to clean everything!
Make a Cozy Fall Room Spray:
- In a 120 mL amber glass spray bottle, combine 10 drops Grapefruit, 8 drops Clove, 5 drops Nutmeg
- Fill halfway with witch hazel, top with distilled water. Shake + spritz on linens or in the air!
Make a DIY Simmer Pot in a Jar (great gift!):
- Fill a mason jar with dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and a sprinkle of nutmeg
- Add 3 drops Christmas Spirit and 2 drops Bergamot to a cotton round and tuck inside
- Tie with twine + instructions to simmer with water on the stove
Make this fan favourite Grapefruit Glow Sugar Scrub:
- Mix 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup coconut oil, 6 drops Grapefruit, 3 drops Bergamot
- Store in a jar. Use in the shower for soft, radiant skin
Try this Autumn Leaves Carpet Refresher:
- In a shaker jar, combine 1 cup baking soda with 10 drops Christmas Spirit, 5 drops Clove
- Sprinkle on carpets, let sit 15 min, vacuum for cozy fall freshness
Whip up a DIY Pumpkin Spice Hand Soap:
- In a foaming soap bottle, add 1/4 cup unscented Castile soap, 5 drops Nutmeg, 10 drops Orange, 7 drops Clove
- Fill with water, shake gently, and enjoy festive hand washing!
Make this Calming Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
- ¼ cup pink Himalayan salt
- ¼ cup magnesium flakes
- 2 Tbsp sweet almond oil
- 5 drops each Bergamot, Tangerine
- Optional: dried lavender, rose buds or eucalyptus leaves
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup pure organic shea butter
- 1 Tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 40 drops total essential oils - mix Bergamot, Clove, Orange, and Grapefruit
- Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and cocoa butter, then add in vitamin E oil and whisk.
- Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved. Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
DIFFUSE
Diffuse these delicious autumn oils to bring the feeling of the season into your space!
- Pumpkin Patch Vibes: 5 drops Orange, 3 drops Clove, 2 drops Nutmeg, 2 drops Bergamot
- Golden Leaves: 4 drops Grapefruit, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Christmas Spirit, 2 drops Clove
- Fireside Glow: 5 drops Christmas Spirit, 3 drops Clove, 2 drops Nutmeg, 2 drops Orange
- Cozy Cabin Morning: 4 drops Bergamot, 4 drops Orange, 2 drops Nutmeg, 2 drops Clove
- Spiced Citrus Cider: 5 drops Orange, 3 drops Nutmeg, 2 drops Grapefruit, 2 drops Christmas Spirit
- Harvest Hearth: 4 drops Christmas Spirit, 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Bergamot, 2 drops Orange
So there you have it! Which one will you try first?
Nothing beats the scent of Autumn.. the spices, the fruit.. and with this Instant Pot Autumn Potpourri, your home will be filled with the warmth of sugar and spice, without using toxic fragrance!
It is becoming widely acceptable now that store bought air fresheners and scented candles can be damaging to your family's health. When there are so many natural alternatives, why would you take the risk? By making your own Instant Pot Potpourri, you can control exactly what ingredients you use and you can also have fun making it!
What is Instant Pot Potpourri?
In a nutshell.. Instant Pot Potpourri is a safe, natural alternative to synthetic air fresheners and scented candles. You may have also heard people call it a simmering pot. Traditionally, these fresh potpourris were made on the stove, so you can do that too if you don't have an Instant Pot. We simply add dried herbs, fruit or essential oils to a jar, then add all ingredients to water in the pot when you are ready to use. As the water simmers, your home will smell amazing.
How to Prepare Autumn Potpourri Step by Step
Whether you choose the traditional stove top method or your Instant Pot, here is how to get started:
1. Gather all your ingredients, spices, fruit etc. You'll also need two 32 ounce Mason jars. (approx 1L each)
2. Slice 1 apple and 1 orange 1/2 cm thick
3. Add 1 tsp of nutmeg, 2 cinnamon sticks, 1/2 tbl of cloves and half of the fruit to each jar.
4. Add 2 cups of water and 2 tbl vanilla to each jar and put on the lid. Store in the fridge until you are ready to use.
How to Heat Up Your Autumn Potpourri
Add contents of the jar to your Instant Pot and set to sauté mode. Once the water is boiling, simply set your Instant Pot on warm and leave the lid off to enjoy the beautiful aroma. Add water as needed.
If using a stove top and saucepan, simply reduce to a simmer once the pot boils and add more water as needed.
Some of My Favourite Variations
For Spring or Summer you could try herbs like mint, ginger, lemon and thyme or for Winter, rosemary, eucalyptus, clove and anise.
Want Something Even More Simple?
Try a diffuser with some essential oils. This is by far the most simple and cost effective way to scent your home naturally. There are so many fun recipes to try and you can pop it on all day, everyday without having to keep an eye on it.
All you need is a diffuser and some essential oils.
Best Tips for Instant Pot Autumn Potpourri
* Make sure to remove the lid on your pot so that the amazing aroma can fill your home
* Check the water level in your pot and add more if you need to
* After a few days you will need to replace the fruit and spices
Let me know if you try this! I'd love to hear from you.
