Looking to add a festive vibe to your home, without all the glitter? Orange pomander balls are quite possibly the quickest and best all-natural, great smelling, non-gaudy decoration you can make this holiday season.
You will need:
organic oranges
dried cloves
ribbon
Using a toothpick or a fine skewer, make holes all around the orange and place a clove in each hole until completely covered. Once complete, put the oranges on a baking tray and bake on a low heat for approximately one hour, until they feel hard to the touch. Leave to cool.
Directions. When cool tie with pretty ribbon or string and hang them in the wardrobes and laundry cupboards. Pomanders not only look cute, but they are also especially effective at repelling moths and houseflies and pack a punch when it comes to freshening up drawers, cupboards, bathrooms and kitchens. The refreshing citrus fragrance and warm spicy tones are a great mix and emit a sweet, earthy scent.
Note: Always use organic or chemical free oranges for pomanders as many conventional fruit growers dye their produce to enhance their colour, which could damage delicate clothing or linen.