Firstly, gather all the materials needed for this project. You will need dried lavender flowers, fabric squares, sewing supplies (needle, thread, and scissors), and decorative ribbons or lace (optional). Dried lavender flowers can be easily found at craft stores or online, while the fabric squares can be chosen according to your preference, such as cotton, linen, or muslin.
To begin, cut the fabric squares into desired sizes. A popular size for lavender sachets is around 4-5 inches square, but feel free to customize the dimensions as per your liking. Remember to cut two pieces of fabric for each sachet, as they will be sewn together later.
Next, place the two fabric pieces together, with the right sides (the side you want to show) facing each other. Start sewing along three sides of the fabric square, leaving one side open for filling the sachet. You can either hand-sew using a basic running stitch or choose to use a sewing machine if you have one available. Make sure to secure the stitches at the beginning and end to prevent them from unraveling.
Once the three sides are stitched, turn the fabric right side out to reveal the neat side of the sachet. Now, it’s time to fill the sachet with dried lavender flowers. Carefully, pour the flowers into the open side of the sachet, ensuring that it is adequately filled but not overflowing. You can use a funnel or create a paper cone to make this process easier and less messy.
After filling the sachet with lavender flowers, it’s time to close the open side. Fold the raw edges of the fabric inside and either hand-sew or machine-stitch this side to seal the sachet. Make sure your stitches are close together to prevent any loose lavender from escaping.
If you’d like to add a decorative touch to your sachets, consider attaching ribbons or lace to the closed side. Simply sew a small loop of ribbon or a strip of lace onto the fabric, allowing it to hang outside the sachet as an embellishment or to serve as a hanger.
Voila! Your homemade lavender sachets are complete. Now, you can distribute them throughout your home, tucking them into dresser drawers, hanging them in your closet, or placing them under your pillow for a peaceful night’s sleep. You can also gift these sachets to friends and loved ones, as they make lovely presents for various occasions.
Remember, the fragrance of lavender weakens over time. To refresh the scent, gently squeeze the sachet to release more of the lavender’s essential oils. If the aroma starts to fade completely, open the sachet, replace the dried flowers with fresh lavender, and close it up again.
Making lavender sachets is a relaxing and therapeutic DIY activity that not only produces beautiful and fragrant results but also brings a touch of nature into your daily life. So, go ahead and get creative with different fabrics, patterns, or even add other dried herbs and flowers to make unique sachets that suit your personal style and preferences.