Sprucing Up the Home the Natural Way
As a self-proclaimed design geek, I’ve always had a passion for putting my personal stamp on my living spaces. Whether it’s DIY-ing something I couldn’t find or couldn’t afford to buy, or renovating a distressed property into an Airbnb, I love the process of transforming a space and making it my own.
Spring is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to freshen up your home. While it’s a great time to tackle some spring cleaning, it’s also the ideal occasion to add one of my favorite seasonal scents – citrus! I absolutely adore the fresh, invigorating aroma of citrus, and a wonderful way to infuse my home with this uplifting fragrance is through a simmer pot recipe.
Simmer pots, also known as stovetop potpourri, are a natural, safe, and incredibly easy way to fragrance your living space. These homemade concoctions are endlessly customizable, allowing you to create your own unique scent blend using simple, wholesome ingredients. Best of all, they’re perfect for those with allergies or sensitivities, as they avoid the harsh chemicals found in many commercial air fresheners.
Crafting the Perfect Citrus Simmer Pot
When it comes to creating a citrus simmer pot, the great thing is that you can use whatever you love and have on hand. Today, I’m using fresh lemons, limes, vanilla, and some fragrant rosemary sprigs. I find that using seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients (which are often more affordable) as well as fresh herbs results in a more potent and aromatic blend when simmered.
However, there are plenty of other basic ingredients you can experiment with to craft your perfect fragrance:
- Citrus peels (lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit)
- Vanilla beans or extract
- Cinnamon sticks
- Whole cloves
- Star anise
- Rosemary, thyme, or other fresh herbs
- Dried lavender or eucalyptus
Citrus fruits and aromatic herbs and spices work exceptionally well, but feel free to get creative and find your signature blend. Just be sure to keep an eye on the water level and add more as needed to prevent any scorching.
The Joys of Homemade Scents
Simmer pots offer so many benefits over artificial air fresheners. Not only are they completely natural and free of harsh chemicals, but they also provide a wonderfully soothing ambiance with their gentle, enveloping aromas. I often use them in our short-term rental properties, as they can quickly freshen the air and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests – without triggering any allergies or sensitivities.
The beauty of these DIY fragrance pots is their sheer versatility. Depending on the season or your mood, you can easily craft a blend to suit your needs. For instance, a citrus and sage combination is perfect for spring, while a spiced orange blend evokes cozy winter vibes. And let’s not forget the delightful Christmas stovetop potpourri I made last year – it filled our home with the most wonderful, nostalgic scents.
Bringing the Fresh Scents of Nature into Your Home
I’m thrilled to have found an inexpensive, natural way to fragrance my entire home with the uplifting aroma of a citrus simmer pot. It’s such a simple pleasure, but one that can truly transform the atmosphere and ambiance of a space. Whether you’re looking to cleanse the air after cooking, create a welcoming environment for guests, or simply infuse your home with the refreshing scents of spring, a citrus-based simmer pot is the perfect solution.
So, are you ready to give it a try? Head over to Adam’s Cleaning Service in Nottingham, UK to get your hands on the freshest, highest-quality citrus fruits and herbs to craft your own signature simmer pot. Let me know in the comments below which scent combinations you plan to experiment with – I’m always eager to discover new fragrance ideas!
