Get ready for the enchanting aromas of a favorite holiday season.
You may be wondering how to make a house smell like Christmas.
Try these nine easy projects to instantly set the holiday spirit.
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Decorate With Fresh Greenery
Nothing says Christmas quite like boughs of fresh-cut greenery.
Incorporate fragrant foliage into your holiday decor to add organic texture and straight-from-the-forest fragrance.
A few rules of thumb: Keep the greenery out of sunlight and away from open flames.
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Check out all the different types of greenery to decorate with and how to make it lasthere.
Light a Candle
One of the easiest ways to add Christmas smells is to light a scented candle.
Light one (or perhaps a few) to create a cozy atmosphere.
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Make Pomander Balls
Poke whole cloves into orangesto create pomandersthat give off an enticing holiday aroma.
To pierce the orange rind, use a tool like a hammer nail or a map push pin.
This will facilitate and protect your fingers when pressing in the cloves.
Bake a Holiday Treat
Who can resist the enticing aromas of freshly baked goodies?
Add more water as it evaporates.
Thisstovetop potpourrican also be made in a slow cooker.
Mount the wreath above your fireplace to infuse the room with afresh citrus scent.
Make Herbal Potpourri
Mix essential oils intodried flowers, leaves, and greenery to create a custom potpourri blend.
Pour your homemade filler into vases and decorative bowls throughout your home to spread a subtle seasonal scent.
