How to Make a DIY (Chemical Free) Air Freshener

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How to Make a DIY (Chemical Free) Air Freshener

A healthier version as there are no harsh chemicals and you can reuse any glass jar.

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Step 1 of 6
Gather all your materials. For the fabric I used plain white (because I couldn't find my packet I bought).

Gather all your materials. For the fabric I used plain white (because I couldn't find my packet I bought).

Step 2 of 6
I used a baby food jar we had laying around. Poke holes in the lid.  I had my son take a nail and hammer to make the holes.

I used a baby food jar we had laying around. Poke holes in the lid. I had my son take a nail and hammer to make the holes.

Step 3 of 6
I measured out 1/2 cup of baking soda for every 15 drops of essential oil. In this case the 1/2 cup of baking soda fit in the baby jar.

I measured out 1/2 cup of baking soda for every 15 drops of essential oil. In this case the 1/2 cup of baking soda fit in the baby jar.

Step 4 of 6
I added 15 drops of Tangerine Essential Oil into the baking soda and mixed it up.

I added 15 drops of Tangerine Essential Oil into the baking soda and mixed it up.

Step 5 of 6
Then put the fabric or cloth over the jar. Wrap with the ribbon.

Then put the fabric or cloth over the jar. Wrap with the ribbon.

Step 6 of 6
And you are all done!! Chemical free Air Freshener.

And you are all done!! Chemical free Air Freshener.

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Supplies

Glass Jar with a Lid

Baking Soda

Scissors

Ribbon

Fabric/cloth

Any flavor essential oil

Hammer

Nail

Katie Fortenbacher

Meant lid

Katie Fortenbacher 3 months ago

Katie Fortenbacher

So... What happened to the ld? Is it under the cloth?

Katie Fortenbacher 3 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Alina- thanks so much!!

(author) 4 months ago

Alina Alina

I know you got a lot of comments before, but I can't help posting this: awesome idea, great guide!!!

Alina Alina 4 months ago

Alison Wolfenden

I am going to use this when I get my own home!!!

Alison Wolfenden 5 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Ashley- yep any scent you would like!! :-)

(author) 7 months ago

Ashley Lee

Can you use any scent? Vanilla extract? Would that work

Ashley Lee 7 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Alhtamush- I have reused the baking soda!

(author) 7 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Aishe- mine has lasted several weeks. Yes, especially if kids make them to give, i think!!

(author) 7 months ago

Alhtamush Khan

Hi just wondering why baking soda, and can I use the same baking soda again once the fragrance is over? This is an awesome idea and I can't wait to try it out thanks!

Alhtamush Khan 7 months ago

Aishe Jackson

How long do they last? Fabulous Xmas gift idea!

Aishe Jackson 7 months ago

Barbara D'Ambrosio

I'm going to have to try this! We have someone living with us who smokes cigars and I'm hoping this will make the lingering smell dissipate. Thanks for an awesome and cost effective idea!

Barbara D'Ambrosio 7 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Thank you to all :-). I love making this project!! It was super easy and anyone can do it! I am always looking for "healthier ways" do to things!

(author) 8 months ago

Laura Shi

I shall make a few for my home, one for work, and some to give to my coworkers this holiday season. I think half of the fun would be decorating and the other half would be choosing a scent I think they would like. Thank you for sharing this easy artsy fun idea!

Laura Shi 8 months ago

Anitha Ranganathan

Wow, sounds awesome n way cheaper!! Thanks for the ingenious idea..

Anitha Ranganathan 8 months ago

Shana K

This would be really neat in my classroom! Thanks!

Shana K 8 months ago

Serene Snapguider

Awesome!! 👍

Serene Snapguider 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Erica- Awesome!! Thanks for letting me know!

(author) 8 months ago

Erica L

Hi Stacey I'm here to get back to you that baking soda and soda bicarbonate are the same thing. And so it works :) Thank you!

Erica L 8 months ago

Kathleen Schwenk

Thank you!

Kathleen Schwenk 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Erica- i am not sure either. But if you do try it please let us know how it works!

(author) 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Alexandra- awesome!! Thanks for letting us know!!

(author) 8 months ago

Erica L

Hi there can I use soda bicarbonate instead of baking soda? Sorry I really don't know what's the difference between them :(

Erica L 8 months ago

Alexandra Wicks

it worked awesome. the diaper smell is still there but not as bad, because all we smell is vanilla! thanks again

Alexandra Wicks 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Alexandra- awesome!! Let me know how it works!!

(author) 8 months ago

Alexandra Wicks

will be trying this. And putting it by my daughter diaper pail..than k you for the share!

Alexandra Wicks 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Heather- yes you put the lid on then the fabric.

(author) 8 months ago

Heather Rettberg

What did u do with the lid? Is it under the fabric?

Heather Rettberg 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Priscilla!! Congrats on the little one!! Yes, this would be awesome for the nursery! Happy Holiday!!

(author) 9 months ago

Priscilla Rivera

Awesome idea. My husband and I are expecting a baby and this is a good alternative to using air fresheners and such for his nursery. :)

Priscilla Rivera 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Jo-Yay!! I move mine. So easy to make!! And you can use any essential oils smell you want!!

(author) 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Mami- thank you!! Mine is still going strong after two weeks!!

(author) 9 months ago

Jo Kuah

Made this...it smells wonderful!! I hope it can help reduce the cooking smells in our kitchen ^_^

Jo Kuah 9 months ago

Mami Battles

I'm gonna make some for my house:) Thanks for sharing such a nice guide☆

Mami Battles 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Robyn- thank you!! And good for you!! I found you on twitter! Thanks have a Blessed Day!!!

(author) 9 months ago

Robyn Edwards

Stacey- that's fantastic ... We're making changes too... and I agree it's so freeing! Thanks for being a good example :) 1 Peter 2:15-16

Robyn Edwards 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Robyn- LOL!! I am making big changes in my life when it comes to health and health related so thank you! I love sharing the cool things that i have learned. If it helps someone it is worth it!! Knowledge is power!! At least this version of the air freshener is much better for you than the one's you get at the stores!

(author) 9 months ago

Robyn Edwards

Awesome awesome awesome thank you thank you thank you! Lol love this! Thanks for your positive attitude and willingness to create a safer product! Now maybe a version for the car!?

Robyn Edwards 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

James- i will check out the website!! Always interested in things that "could" cause us harm!! Thanks!!

(author) 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Linda- I am son glad you liked it! Great scents that you used too!! i would check it at ten days. You can more scent as needed!

(author) 9 months ago

James Richards

Stacey- Whilst I applaud your home made air fresheners you need not worry about every day chemicals. If you read the COSHH details for any compound it can be scary. But the most likely chemical to kill you is water follow this link if you dare. http://www.dhmo.org/facts.html

James Richards 9 months ago

Linda Zorn

I just made three jars @ 1 each of Apple, Pumpkin and Lavender. They all have an awesome scent. I too wonder how long the scent will last. Do you add more oil as the scent fades?

Linda Zorn 9 months ago

Day McDonald

How long does it last?

Day McDonald 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Ychah- any health food store or amazon will have high quality essential oils.

(author) 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

James- this is what i was comparing the "chemicals" to. http://www.mcs-america.org/airfresh.pdf what i made is much better for you.

(author) 9 months ago

Yckah Cua

Hi! Thanks for sharing this amazing guide! Would like to do it but fail to find an oil..from what store can i buy the oil?

Yckah Cua 9 months ago

James Richards

How is it chemical free? It contains both baking soda and oils.

James Richards 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Quinn-- cool!! What essential oil did you use?? My husband wants one for his work so I am making another for him!!

(author) 9 months ago

Quinn Rhodes

Absolutely Love it :) I'm getting requests for them now!

Quinn Rhodes 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Jayanth- I need to try that for our fridge!!

(author) 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Quinn- awesome!! How do you like it so far??

(author) 9 months ago

Jayanth Kumar

This is great ! Works great for freshening up my refrigerator too !

Jayanth Kumar 9 months ago

Quinn Rhodes

Love this! Made one almost instantly after reading. 

Quinn Rhodes 9 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Thank you for the comments! Erin- i will have to try that one too! Blend- i usually check in 10 days. It would depend on how strong you make it (the amount of essential oils drops you use).

(author) 9 months ago

Tonya @The Dieter's Academy

This is a great idea. I try to avoid chemicals in my food, now it is time to focus on the chemicals in my home. Great guide!

Tonya @The Dieter's Academy 9 months ago

Rima Mathewson

neat

Rima Mathewson 9 months ago

Blend Alkurdi

How long does it last ? :) great idea tnx

Blend Alkurdi 9 months ago

Erin Dodds

NEAT! This will be a cute christmas gift! I think I'll use cinnamon a d sandalwood! :D

Erin Dodds 9 months ago

Gillian Duncan

What a great idea. Thanks for sharing!

Gillian Duncan 9 months ago

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Stacey Wilkowski

Thank you :-)

(author) 8 months ago

Nadley Rose

Ok thanku, great creation might I add.

Nadley Rose 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

Any health food store should have them.

(author) 8 months ago

Nadley Rose

Do*

Nadley Rose 8 months ago

Nadley Rose

Hi where so you purchase your essential oils from?

Nadley Rose 8 months ago

Stacey Wilkowski

I have never tried basil leaves. If you do and it woks please let me know!! Thanks :-)

(author) 9 months ago

Emma Kahlke

Can I use lemon baisil leaves?

Emma Kahlke 9 months ago

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Stacey Wilkowski

Hello! Mine has lasted for over two weeks. I think it depends on how much essential oil drops you put in. The other one i made for my husband for his work i put in twice the amount of oils.

(author) 8 months ago

M. Nielsen

This is wonderful, especially for a man's room. How long can we expect the fragrance to last?

M. Nielsen 8 months ago