Stove Pot Potpourri

As I'm experimenting with different posts for this blog I keep asking myself if people would really be interested in my domestic tricks, tips and recipes. I keep telling my husband, "Doesn't everyone know that?" It's my husband who I must give credit for saying, "no, you have something special", and continuing to make me believe I might be able to share something on here that might just spread a little joy or a tip that might make someones life a little easier. So here I go, a practically free way to make your house smell amazing..........

There is nothing better than hearing a house guest say, "Your house smells so good". Or after a long day relaxing and enjoying a clean home that smells delicious. I'm a huge fan of using diffuser refilling scents warmed by a votive candle. As much as I love the way our whole house smells, diffuser oils can be rather pricey. So, during the winter months I rely on a simple and basically free method to keep my home smelling deliciously good.

Simply take a small sauce pan. Fill with rinds from oranges. Although you can use any citrus fruits I prefer oranges. Then add cinnamon sticks, about 4-5 and two cloves. If you don't have cinnamon sticks you can use a tablespoon of ground cinnamon. Fill with water to cover and simmer on low. As water evaporates simply refill.

I typically use the same rinds for two weeks before I replace. Enjoy!