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How to Make Lavender Sachet Baby Shower Favors

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By AuntPhyl
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Garden lavender
Garden lavender
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Lavender is an aromatic plant. Herbal lore says it has healing and relaxation properties. Some say it helps protect against evil and assists in restful sleep. Dried lavender flower and seeds are perfect for scented baby shower sachets. They are wonderful guest favors that can be tucked in a drawer to bring back fond memories and ease musty smells. Read on to learn how to make lavender sachet baby flower favors.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Bulk dried lavender flowers
  • Rosemary leaves (optional)
  • Child socks
  • Organdy sachet bags or satin pouches
  • Needle and thread
  • Buttons (optional)
  1. Step 1

    To make the sachets, you need organza bags, satin pouches or child socks. These sachets are popular so allow at least two per guest. Fill them with dried lavender flowers or a mix of lavender with rosemary leaves.

  2. Step 2
    Sachet bag
     
    Sachet bag

    Organza bags, pre-cut and laced with ribbon, can be purchased at party shops, craft stores and wedding stores. Satin pouches with drawstrings are also available. Fill them with dried lavender flowers. Gently tie the bag closed and knot the string. A rosemary sprig can be added for a unique fragrance.

  3. Step 3
    Toddler socks
     
    Toddler socks

    If you prefer to use cute socks, choose toddler sock sizes with a cuff. They are easy to fill and decorate. Gently fill the sock about two-thirds full with flowers. For a smooth sock, do not overpack. Turn up the cuff and baste the sock closed so the lavender does not spill out. Fold the cuff back down to conceal the stitching.

  4. Step 4
    Button socks
     
    Button socks

    For decorative touches, you can sew buttons on the sock cuffs. Glitter pens can be used for added glamour, but the glitter may rub off on linens or lingerie at a later time.

  5. Step 5

    Just for fun, you can make a pair of matching sock sachets with identical decorative buttons. Make a pair for each guest but only give them one when they arrive. The other one can be part of a game or table decoration. Be sure each guest gets her sock mate.

Tips & Warnings
  • You can mix rosemary leaves with your lavender flowers for a special fragrance.

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Meri said

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on 6/21/2008 Thanks for sharing. I like the pouch idea the best.

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