Herb and Lavender Potpourri

· 1 cup of lavender flowers

· 1/2 cup of dried spearmint

· 1/2 cup of dried marjoram

· 1/2 cup of dried oregano flowers

· 2 tbsp of powered orris root

1. Mix all the ingredients together in a plastic bag.

2. Allow the mixture to mature for 2 weeks shaking regularly.

3. Place in a decorative bowl. Or small muslin bag and tie with decorative ribbon. You can place this in a drawer or closet too… or give as a gift.

Makes: 2 1/2 cups

· Adding a few drops of lavender oil will refresh the potpourri.

· Lavender has long been used as a natural sleep aid. (Place sachet between pillow and pillowcase.)

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