How to Make Moth Repellent Sachet Herbs

This herbal mix will keep moths away from your clothes and blankets.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• crushed cloves
• dry lavender
• dry lemon peel
• dry spearmint
• dry tansy

1. Combine equal amounts of the herbs, such as 1/3 cup each, in non-metal bowl. Mix with wooden spoon.

2. Put mixture in glass jar, seal tight, and set aside in dark place for at least 3 months so that the scents blend and deepen.

3. When ready, grind herbal mixture in mortar and pestle. Place herbs in sachets and place among clothes, blankets, and linens.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep herbs away from metal.

[Meri]

on 6/9/2008 Thanks so much; I would much rather use organic ingredients than chemicals!

[Felicity]

on 6/9/2008 Excellent article - I'll be gathering the ingredients very soon!