DIY Holiday Fragrance | New Canaan & Darien Moms

Before your holiday dinner, put a pot of this DIY home fragrance on your stove. It’ll instantly fill your house with warmth and joy, with none of the chemicals or fake fragrances you’ll find in some plug-ins or candles.

Thank you to our contributor Kathleen Ashmore for sharing this wonderful recipe!

Equipment

Large Dutch oven or pot

Materials

1 orange, sliced

4-5 sprigs fresh rosemary

2 cups fresh cranberries

10 whole cloves

3-4 cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot and fill with water to cover.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  3. Simmer for 3-5 hours, topping up with water every 30 minutes as needed to cover ingredients.

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