Gel Potpourri in a Half Pint Jar
Transform your space with this fun and easy DIY Gel Potpourri in a Half-Pint Jar, a charming and fragrant homemade air freshener that doubles as décor! This quick and creative recipe combines unflavored gelatin, a touch of salt for preservation, and your favorite essential oils to craft a long-lasting scent that suits any mood or season. Customize the look with a drop of food coloring and decorate with dried flowers, herbs, or spices for a rustic, artisanal touch. With just 15 minutes of hands-on time, this beautifully scented gel is a perfect gift, a relaxing craft project, or a natural way to keep your home smelling fresh. Whether you're using lavender for calm or citrus for energy, this versatile recipe brings atmosphere and elegance to any room.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 15 drops essential oil (your choice of scent)
- 1 drop food coloring (optional)
- 1 item half-pint jar
- 2 tablespoons dried flowers, herbs, or spices (optional decoration)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
While the water is heating, dissolve the unflavored gelatin by sprinkling the contents of one packet into 1/4 cup of cool water in a small bowl. Let it bloom for about 1-2 minutes.
Once the gelatin has bloomed, add it to the saucepan with the boiling water and stir constantly until it completely dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the salt until fully dissolved. The salt helps preserve the gel and prevents mold growth.
Add 15 drops of your preferred essential oil (such as lavender, eucalyptus, or citrus) to the hot liquid. Stir well to evenly distribute the fragrance.
If desired, add 1 drop of food coloring to create a subtle color. Stir gently until the color is evenly incorporated.
Pour the mixture into a clean half-pint jar while it's still warm and liquid. Leave about 1/4 inch of space at the top to accommodate any decorations.
If using dried flowers, herbs, or spices for decoration, gently press them into the gel mixture before it sets.
Let the jar rest at room temperature for about 1-2 hours, or until the gel is completely set and firm to the touch.
Once set, place the jar in your desired location as a fragrant air freshener. To enhance the scent over time, you can stir the surface of the gel slightly or add a few extra drops of essential oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
30 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7100 mg | 309% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
