Make an Aromatherapy Scarf

How? Take old sweatshirts, cut them into strips, sew them together, and fill them with dried lavender. In the wintertime, there's something indulgent and relaxing about breathing in a whiff of lavender on a cold, blustery day. In the philosophy of aromatherapy, lavender is considered soothing and helpful in achieving a restful sleep. You don't have to sew a scarf, however, to enjoy the scent of lavender. There are lots of easy and simple ways to use lavender throughout your home. For example, make a scented linen spray. Fill a clean olive oil mister can http://www.cooking.com/products/shprodde.asp?SKU=121302 or spray mister (commonly found in the gardening section of discount stores) with distilled water (available in drug stores in large gallon containers). To scent the water, add approximately 30 drops of a good essential oil, like this one from Bath and Body Works: http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2095513. Shake and spray. The scented water has many uses: It's a great way to freshen up a smelly room or car, it can be used on clothes when ironing (simply mist shirts and iron as usual), and it's a perfect gift. The possibilities are endless! For an energizing scent, try a different essential oil, such as peppermint.     

Danny Seo, Host of Simply Green