Things You'll Need:
- Potpourri (for a potpourri burner)
- Spoon
- Potpourri burner
- Water
- Votive candle
- Lighter or matches
- Decorative potpourri
- Decorative bowl
- Scented oil
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Step 1
Purchase potpourri pellets designed for use with a potpourri burner and place a few spoonfuls of potpourri inside the bowl resting on the top of the potpourri burner (also called a potpourri simmering pot).
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Step 2
Add a bit of water, filling the bowl containing the potpourri pellets.
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Step 3
Light a votive candle and place it on the bottom tier of the potpourri burner. The flame will heat the bowl above, and the water containing the scented potpourri pellets will emit a scented steam.
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Step 4
Place the potpourri burner in a well-visible location that's clear of any combustible items. Allow the candle to burn until the scent fills the room.
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Step 1
Place a handful (or more, depending upon the size of the bowl) of decorative unscented potpourri inside a bowl or tray. Unscented potpourri can be purchased at the store or made at home using dried flowers, seed pods, and dried leaves.
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Step 2
Sprinkle a few drops of scented oil onto the potpourri. For a weaker scent, use just a couple drops; for a stronger scent, use five or more drops.
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Step 3
Place the potpourri dish on a coffee table, on the bathroom counter, on your bedroom dresser or in another location of your choice. Place the potpourri dish near a window where it will receive direct sunlight for an even stronger scent.
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Step 4
Add a few additional drops of oil as the scent diminishes.
