Welcome to Scentember! This is the perfect time to infuse your home with the cozy, warm fragrances of fall. Create your own autumn-inspired scents using everyday household items and natural ingredients? Here are some fun and easy DIY scent ideas that will fill your home with the essence of the season.
1. Cinnamon Orange Diffuser Oil
Add a burst of citrus and spice to your space with this simple diffuser blend. Combine dried orange peels with a few cinnamon sticks and cloves in a jar. Cover with a neutral carrier oil, such as jojoba or sweet almond oil, and let it sit for a week. Strain out the solids, and your homemade diffuser oil is ready! Add a few drops to your diffuser for a warm, inviting scent.
2. Vanilla and Lavender Room Spray
A soothing and sweet aroma can make any room feel instantly cozier. To create a DIY room spray, mix 1 cup of distilled water, 2 tablespoons of witch hazel, 10 drops of lavender essential oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use and spritz around your home for a calming fragrance.
3. Fall-Scented Dryer Sheets
Make your laundry smell like autumn by crafting your own dryer sheets. Cut up an old cotton t-shirt into small squares. Mix 1 cup of water, 1/4 cup of white vinegar, and 10-15 drops of essential oils such as cedarwood, clove, or orange in a small bowl. Dip the fabric squares into the mixture, wring out the excess liquid, and let them dry. Use one sheet in each dryer load for a natural, autumnal scent.
4. DIY Stove-Top Simmer Pot
Nothing beats the cozy scent of a simmer pot bubbling away on the stove. Fill a pot with water and add apple slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and a dash of nutmeg. Bring it to a simmer and let the steam fill your home with the comforting aroma of fall.
5. Cozy Scent Sachets
For a subtle and lasting scent, create your own sachets using small cloth bags filled with dried herbs and spices like rosemary, thyme, lavender, and cinnamon sticks. Place these sachets in drawers, closets, or even your car to keep everything smelling fresh and earthy.
6. Fall Reed Diffuser Blend
To make a reed diffuser with autumn vibes, mix 1/4 cup of sweet almond oil with 20 drops of essential oils like cedarwood, orange, and patchouli. Pour the mixture into a small bottle, add rattan reeds, and flip them every few days to keep the scent flowing throughout your space.
7. Pinecone Potpourri
Collect pinecones on your fall nature walks, clean them, and add a few drops of essential oils like cinnamon, eucalyptus, or cedarwood. Display them in a decorative bowl for a natural potpourri that adds a touch of fall decor to your home.
8. Herbal Fireplace Bundles
If you have a fireplace, you can create fragrant herbal bundles by tying together dried rosemary, sage, or bay leaves. Toss these bundles into the fire for a beautifully scented smoke that enhances the cozy atmosphere.
Get Creative with Scentember!
There are countless ways to bring the scents of fall into your home using natural ingredients and a bit of creativity. Experiment with these DIY ideas, mix and match your favorite scents, and create your own signature autumn blend.
Curate Your Own Bespoke Autumn Scented Suite
Create Your Own Bespoke Fall Fragrance
