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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
1949 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 14 2008 : 9:44:20 PM
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I hate aerosal sprays! Not just because they have nasty things in them, but because they are overpowering and really don't smell that great. So, I created my own that not only freshens, but isn't harmful.
To make your own air sprays, save a pump spray bottle, like an empty body spray bottle, (re-use). Pour in distilled water, add several drops of essensial oil, my favorite is Rose. Shake and spray as needed. It really works great!
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
Edited by - Julia on Jan 23 2009 09:47:37 AM |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jul 15 2008 : 04:35:03 AM
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Hey neat, I will have to try that I am so allergic to smells (they give me headaches) I can pick something my sniffer won't mind. Thanks Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10 http://farmgirlingastyle.blogspot.com/ |
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
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Txfarmgal
True Blue Farmgirl
585 Posts
AK
USA
585 Posts |
Posted - Jul 15 2008 : 07:55:14 AM
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Thank you for posting this! I am going to give it a try. I have already starting making our own laundry detergants and dishsoaps.
AngiKay
For he is faithful that promised. Hebrews 10:23
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jul 15 2008 : 8:47:02 PM
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Frannie, I haven't noticed any problem with furniture and such. It disipates fairly quickly.
Txfarmgal and GA Girl, I appreciate your verses, a couple of my favorites!
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
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campchic
True Blue Farmgirl
312 Posts
Erin
Nebraska
USA
312 Posts |
Posted - Jul 16 2008 : 5:48:57 PM
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I've been using Mary Jane's linen spray recipe as a room spray. It smells wonderful!!
Erin
Farmgirl #190 |
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iloveprims
True Blue Farmgirl
154 Posts
TRACY
Phillipsburg
NJ
USA
154 Posts |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jul 17 2008 : 07:08:05 AM
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Julia, Made some and love it I would like to get another eo when I get to somewhere that has them. Thanks Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10 http://farmgirlingastyle.blogspot.com/ |
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lacisne88
True Blue Farmgirl
1181 Posts
Chelsey
Lake Stevens
Washington
USA
1181 Posts |
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Beverley
True Blue Farmgirl
2707 Posts
Beverley
atlanta
Michigan
USA
2707 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 3:41:55 PM
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hey Erin,
Where did you get MJ's recipe for linen spray? I use stuff like that when i am ironing fabric for sewing and the fabric always has a nice scent. That would be great to make my own. thanks for the info Beverley
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog....Charles F. Doran
beverley baggett
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 7:40:22 PM
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Welcome to the group FaithIrene!! I pass right by the Young Living farms each time I go "to town" up north...once every month or two..it is about an hour north of us. I once went to a Young Living aromatherapy demo thing here in town..pretty neat stuff.
I love making (and buying!!) linen spray too...and love lavender the best!!I will have to use it for room spray too.
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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Rosemary
True Blue Farmgirl
1825 Posts
Virginia
USA
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Posted - Aug 25 2008 : 08:40:07 AM
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| Hi, Beverley! The recipe for linen water is in MaryJane's book on page 381. I don't have the book handy, or i'd copy it for you. Anyone else? |
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Karen@The Boulevard
Farmgirl in Training
14 Posts
Karen
Hartline
Wahington
USA
14 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2008 : 10:24:06 PM
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I am tryin' this one for sure! Thank you Julia...you are going to save me some bucks at Bath and Body. I know it's toxic and I'm trying to stay out of there...I love beautiful fragrances and look forward to trying your formula.
Blessings to you!
Karen@The Boulevard
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Karen@The Boulevard
Farmgirl in Training
14 Posts
Karen
Hartline
Wahington
USA
14 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2008 : 10:28:22 PM
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Oh...Julia,
One more thing...I love your quote and have experienced that very thought several times this summer. Just this evening I was returning from Mary Janes grand opening and traveling home the sky was pink and grey on blue. I was thanking God for his Majestic Display! Yeah!
Karen@The Boulevard
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Wildcrafter
True Blue Farmgirl
340 Posts
Suzanne
Seattle
WA
USA
340 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 08:59:44 AM
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I make my own room fresheners as well with alcohol and essential oils. I never use synthetic scents. Not a good idea. So many people have sensitivities with synthetic scents and they are made with petroleum ingredients which are carcinogenic.
My favorite one for the bathroom is tangerine, orange 5x, lemon, lime, litsea and mandarin orange essential oils. Very very fresh. I also spray it on myself at times. The hubby loves it!
Also, try vanilla and lemon EOs. Very good combination. When I spray this on me, I get automatic nuzzling from DH. The vanilla is what men go for.
And don't forget lavender EO to spray the sheets and pillows between washings for a heavenly smell and for drifting off to a peaceful slumber!
I also make one with camphor, eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender and rosemary EOs for air freshening and also to open the sinuses. You can spray it on your clothes, a favorite stuffed animal for the little ones when they are sick, on a hankie....it really works well.
At Christmas time, I make one with fir needle, spruce, pine and orange for people to spray on their fake trees, in the office, where ever for a Christmasy scent.
One lady came up to my farmers market booth on Saturday and wanted a spray with tea tree and patchouli. I have both, but smelling them both together made me want to gag. I don't like tea tree. It smells like floor cleaner to me.
I use alcohol instead of water because the water wets things like clothes, furniture, whatever it lands on. My personal opinion is that water is ok for my skin, but not on my furniture. Alcohol dries out quickly and I have never once had a problem with staining clothes or furniture. Just keep it off wood surfaces, of course.
Roses are red, Violets are blue; But they don't get around Like the dandelions do.
Slim Acres
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Edited by - Wildcrafter on Sep 01 2008 09:07:49 AM |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 09:17:07 AM
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Oh, I would LOVE the recipe for the Linen spray from the MJ book, please!!
I might make some for Christmas presents! Love this idea!!
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
(Only Elvis is a black kitten :) )
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 9:50:36 PM
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Hey girls, glad I could help. I just recently thought distilled water might be worth trying instead of the alcohol. I also want to make some lavender water as well as rose water.
Karen, glad you like the quote. We have had some gorgeous sunsets the past few nights. They remind me that God is still on the throne, no matter the circumstances.
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 10:30:41 PM
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You can mix the distilled water and alcohol together or use straight alcohol. You can also buy 91% isopropyl alcohol - I get it at Walgreens. Vodka also works well as long as you're using it for personal use.
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The Rustic Cottage Blog http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
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5 acre Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1007 Posts
~~~*Terri*~~~
WA.
USA
1007 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2008 : 09:45:42 AM
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Now, How is this made? Chrismas is just around the corner and we have 5 daughters in laws....
Farmgirl Sister #368
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Laura Marie
True Blue Farmgirl
419 Posts
Laura
Rancho Cordova
California
USA
419 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2008 : 8:49:08 PM
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I too would love the receipe for MJ's airfreshner. I am trying to get away from all the store bought stuff and chemical stuff. But it's going to be a gradual change seeing that I need receipes for everything!
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barnagainkristin
True Blue Farmgirl
465 Posts
Kristin
Utah
USA
465 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2008 : 8:12:15 PM
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FaithIrene,
I too pass by the young living farm store and haven't stopped in. I have essential oils at home and am always looking for ways to use them. I will make your recipe, and maybe even some for Christmas gifts. Thanks,
barnagainkristin
"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves." John Muir |
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 2:40:17 PM
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All this sounds great. I make a linen spray for my ironing that I use vodka and distilled water and EO. It is so nice.
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Badgebadger
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Bookclub Coordinator
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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Wildcrafter
True Blue Farmgirl
340 Posts
Suzanne
Seattle
WA
USA
340 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 3:25:50 PM
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I changed my christmas pine spray this season to black spruce, pine, black pepper, orange and just a smidge of frankincense essential oils. Its selling really well for me.
Roses are red, Violets are blue; But they don't get around Like the dandelions do.
Slim Acres
www.goodnaturedearthling.com |
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Dec 21 2008 : 2:55:43 PM
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This all sounds great to me, isn't it funny how smells bring you so many memories?
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Badgebadger
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Bookclub Coordinator
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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mary2009
Farmgirl in Training
15 Posts
mary
anderson
indiana
USA
15 Posts |
Posted - Jan 19 2009 : 9:17:35 PM
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this sounds wonderful about sprays for linens and room not too mention body sprays as well.. I printed it out so I would have it on hand....boy, sure glad my friend mentioned this site! Yay!
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2009 : 7:42:44 PM
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I love the spray bottle idea. I'm so lazy, I've just been putting a drop of lavender EO on a cloth and swipe down the inside of the toilet lid, inside of trash cans, etc. Places that the oil won't stain or hurt. The whole room smells great and it covers any odors in the smelliest areas of the house.
I'd like to be able to spray it around though. Good idea.
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