Description
Create your own refreshing citrus-scented air fresheners with these easy DIY orange gel air fresheners that brighten any room!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Water (distilled or tap)
- 4 packets Unflavored Gelatin (standard 7g packets)
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 15–20 drops Orange Essential Oil
- 2–3 Thin Slices of Fresh Orange
- Food Coloring (Orange or Yellow, optional)
- 1–2 Glass Jars (small mason jars or decorative containers)
Instructions
- Prepare the Jars: Start by placing those cute orange slices (and any other decorative elements like dried flowers or cinnamon sticks) at the bottom of your clean glass jar(s).
- Boil Water: Pour 1 cup of water into a saucepan and bring it to a rolling boil.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat. Whisk in the 4 packets of unflavored gelatin until it dissolves completely—no clumps allowed!
- Add Salt and Color: Stir in 1 tablespoon of salt. If you’re feeling fancy, toss in a drop or two of orange or yellow food coloring for a pop of color.
- Add Fragrance: After letting the mixture cool for 1-2 minutes, mix in 15-20 drops of that zesty Orange Essential Oil.
- Pour into Jars: Carefully pour the warm gelatin mixture over the orange slices in your jars, filling them nearly to the top.
- Set the Gel: Allow the jars to cool for a bit at room temperature, then pop them in the fridge. Let them chill for about 4-6 hours or until they’re firm to the touch.
- Display: Once set, cover with a decorative, vented lid or leave the lid off to let that lovely fragrance waft through your home!
Notes
- Ensure the jars are clean and dry before beginning.
- Feel free to personalize the gel with other scents or decorative items.
- Keep the air fresheners out of direct sunlight to maintain their look and scent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Home Fragrance
- Method: Making
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
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- Sugar: N/A
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- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
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