Guest Post by: Samsstuff - Freshener Sachets: A Tutorial

Hi everyone! How you doin'? So this time I thought I'd share a quick and simple idea with you, something I like to call fresheners. 

Instructions:

These couldn't be simpler to make, can cost very little and are great for keeping things like shoes and drawers dry and fresh. I like to use vintage fabrics and ribbon/lace. You could use colorful rubber bands, in place of ribbon, for a different, more modern effect. I recommend using a fabric, like cotton, that breathes, but is not too porous or open.

1. Cut a square of fabric. I recommend about 4" X 4". Any smaller is really too small to work with. You can make these as large as you want. This is a good size for shoes or drawers, they're also great for closets & for that you can make them larger. I like to use vintage pinking shears, the fabric won't unravel, eliminating the need for a 'hem' and it makes for a cute, retro touch.

2. Place about a heaping tablespoon full of baking soda or corn starch in the center of the square. You can put more or less, depending on how large you are making your freshener. You don't want too much or you won't be able to tie off the top

3. Gather the corners. 

4. Tie off the top with your ribbon, lace or rubber band.

You can re-use these, once the baking soda has lost its effectiveness, untie and discard, simply add more baking soda and re-tie.

Another great thing about these is that they work really well as a free gift with purchase of shoes, clothing or household items (they do add a bit of weight, so if you're shipping internationally, you would want to take this in to consideration).