Keep Bugs Away With a Non-Toxic ‘Mason Jar’ Repellent

Bugs can be really boring and using citronella oil has been considered as a fancy way to repel insects. Essential oils are a far better option than chemicals when it comes to insect repellents, so here is something you should try.

Our idea will help you ward off insects and make your home a more beautiful place to live in.

Supplies You Need:

• 4 Mason Jars (you can also recycle jelly jars, etc) 
• 40 drops each – Cedarwood, Lavender, Lemon and Thieves essential oils (or use your own combination of oils but these are known to help to repel the buggies). This equals TEN drops of each oil / jar.
• 2 fresh lemons
• 2 fresh limes
• 8 sprigs fresh rosemary
• water 
• Floating tea light candles 

Assembly:

To assemble these are just so easy.  I lined up my 4 mason jars and here’s what you do:

1. Slice the lemons and the limes and set aside for a moment – I like to have two each just in case but you can possibly use one each
2. Place two sprigs of rosemary  into each jar
3. Fill each jar 3/4 full with water
4. Add the essential oils of your choice  – 10 drops each per jar – and swirl slightly
5. Place a slice each of lemon and lime into each jar
6. Add more water if needed to raise the level to almost full
7. Place a floating tea light candle on top
8. Set outside, light and make some magic once you light them*
9. Replace tea lights as needed – I recommend having some extras on hand!
10. Discard fruit and liquid in jar after 2 – 3 days depending on your climate; rinse jars and start fresh as needed

Note:

Never leave candles unattended or in reach of small children; Make sure the mixture in jars is not ingested.

So how pretty and easy are those?  Perfect for an outside gathering or party, right?

Here’s to a beautiful summer ahead with many fun gatherings and wonderful memories (and less bugs).

Stay healthy and positive! Share and make your loved ones aware!

Source: A Little Clairefication