How To Make Linen Spray

Ashley Poskin
Ashley Poskin
Ashley traded the quiet life of a small town in a big house for the hustle and bustle of the Windy City. On any given day you might find her working on a freelance photo or blogging gig, wrangling her little darling, or walking Chuck the boxer.
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Linen spray is one of life’s little luxuries, but you don’t have to have a luxurious budget to make your own. If you’ve got five minutes and a few simple ingredients, you’ve got linen spray!

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What You Need

Materials

  • 30 drops essential oil
  • 1.5 cups Distilled water
  • 3 oz. Vodka
  • Spray bottle (I use a bunch of small spray bottles and keep them all around the house!)
  • Funnel

Instructions

1. Combine the vodka and distilled water in a jar.

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2. Add 30 drops of any combination of essential oils.

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3. Put the lid on the jar and shake to combine all liquids.

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4. Using the funnel, pour the mixture into a spray bottle.

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5. Enjoy!

Edited from an original post by Sarah Coffey published on August 14, 2008

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