These tips are very helpful to keep in the back of your mind and then to use it whenever the oportunity presents itself. When using olive oil I always make a point of rubbing a bit in my hand (Olive oil soothes and smoothes hands wonderfully well and helps to rejuvenate older hands which [...]
Continue reading about NATURAL TIPS (I think only women will enjoy this entry)!
*1. Kitchen Pot-pourri*
5 cups lemon thyme leaves
5 cups lemon leaves
5 cups lemon balm (melissa) leaves
5 cups mint
5 cups rosemary leaves
5 cups sweet basil
3 cups mixed lemon and grapefruit peel, minced and dried
2 cups salt
6-12.5ml rosemary or lemon oil
1 cup mixed cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg
Use general mixing method. Place in bowls or make into [...]
*Note to Jude and Gro:* I know you might not have some of the ingredients mentioned in these South African recipes in Norway but that’s what’s so nice about pot-pourri being versitile, you can mix and substitute as you see fit. I hope these recipes help you, if not for use, then for [...]
One of the secrets of good pot-pourri making is to mix for longer than you think is necessary. The more you mix the more perfect the blend, and the more each petal comes into contact with the spices and fixatives.
This is a basic method on how to make or mix your pot-pourri, giving the [...]
Now that you have your collection of petals, leaves and seeds, you will need a few containers for mixing and storing. You probably already have what you need in your kitchen, but if you intend making huge quantities then you will need some substantial utensils.
Ideally, you should have pottery crocks or jars, enamel basins [...]