How to Make Moth Repellent Sachet Herbs

Don't let moths infiltrate your stored wool clothing.

Clothing moths feed on dry textiles with an animal origin, such as wool, mohair, fur and feathers, and any synthetics mixed with these fibers. While herbal sachets do not kill clothing moths or their larvae, they can repel the moths. Tuck a few herbal sachets in with your clean clothing, stored for the season in airtight containers.

Things You'll Need

• Cloves
• Dry wormwood
• Dry lavender
• Dry lemon peel
• Dry mint
• Dry rosemary
• Mortar and pestle
• Pantyhose
• Thin ribbon
• Scissors
• Small scoop

Instructions

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 three months so the scents blend and deepen.

3. Cut pantyhose legs into 6- to 8-inch tubes with scissors. Cut 4 inch lengths of ribbon -- one for each open end on your pantyhose tubes.

4. Pour the herbal mixture into the mortal and grind with the pestal until pulverized and finely crushed.

5. Tie off one end of each pantyhose tube with a length of ribbon.

6. Scoop several heaping tablespoons of the herbal mixture into each tube and tie off the other end with the other ribbon.

Tips & Warnings

• Tuck one or more sachets into drawers and storage totes.

• Keep herbs away from metal.

References

• Michigan State University Extension: Homemade Cleaners
• Cornell University Insect Diagnostic Laboratories: Clothes Moths
• Vassar Environmental Risks and Breast Cancer: Cleaning Products
• Hamilton College: Southernwood