Make Gel Air Freshener

Everyone likes a nice smell in their home. But store bought air fresheners can be expensive. Here´s how to make your own at a fraction of the cost!

Steps

1. Bring 1 cup of distilled water to a boil.
2. Add 4 packages of unflavored gelatin and stir until dissolved.
3. Remove the mixture from the heat.
4. Stir in the other cup of water.
5. Add 10-20 drops of essential oil or other concentrated fragrance.
6. Add food coloring to tint your gel if you like.
7. Add a mold inhibitor, such as salt, a small amount of potassium sorbate or a splash of vodka.
8. Pour the gel into clean baby food jars or other small containers. You can decorate the containers if you want.
9. Place the air fresheners in the refrigerator for a quick set (and scented fridge).
10. Finished.

Tips

• You can make multicolored gels by pouring a new color over one which has already set, like making a layered Jello dessert.
• Adult supervision is required, since this project requires heat.
• For a quick fix: carefully dissolve gelatin in concentrated liquid potpourri to make your air fresheners. Use a ratio of 1 cup liquid to 2 packages gelatin.

Things You'll Need

• 2 cups distilled water
• essential oil/fragrance
• 4 packages unflavored gelatin
• empty jars

optional:

• • food coloring
  • mold inhibitor

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