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• A Recipe for Potpourri

The first step for creating potpourri is to collect the petals from the flower stems as the flower reaches maturity, before they begin to fade or discolor (brown). Dry them until crisp on a screen, cookie sheet or any flat surface. Red roses when dried turn a rich burgundy colour, and look lovely in a nice jar, bowl or canister.

For each quart of petals you collect, add 1 tablespoon of fixative. Dry lavender, oak moss, sandalwood or orrisroot are good choices and are available in chopped form at many herb and spice shops and craft stores.

Next, add your favourite complimentary spice. Such as Cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, dried citrus peel and vanilla beans these all make excellent choices.

Last, add a few drops of essential oil, or perhaps your favorite perfume.

Now seal your potpourri mixture in a jar allowing it to mellow for approximately 10 days. To properly blend the ingredients, shake the jay ever so lightly every couple of days.

Let the fresh flowers you receive give you enjoyment throughout the year by adding a lovely fragrance to home every day.