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How to Make Moth Repellent Sachet Herbs

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By Eliza Yetter
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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. Step 1

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

  2. Step 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. Step 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.

Comments  

Meri said

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

Felicity said

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

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