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Monday, July 9, 2012

Woven Lavender Closet Bundles



Woven Lavender Closet Bundles

I had such a wonderful lavender crop this year (I say "crop" but I actually only have 3 very large lavender plants).

Lavender - what a scent!! - In my opinion, the soothing scent of lavender ranks right up there with roses and lily of the valley.  Lavender is actually quite beneficial - as an essential oil it can aid in sleep, anti-stress and general relaxation.  Also, lavender is a moth deterrent - instead of using those stinky mothballs why not try making these Lavender Closet Bundles.


STEP 1:  Harvest your lavender making sure that the stems are about 6 to 8 inches long. (see picture above)
STEP 2:  Count about 13 stalks making sure that the stems are similar lengths and then tie this bundle together with a decorative ribbon of your choice (see picture below).  This ribbon should be 24 inches long and should be tied right under the purple flowers (again - see below).


STEP 3:  Gently fold (or curve) back each stem as seen in the picture above
STEP 4:  Take the ribbon and begin weaving - every other stalk as you go around (see picture below) - this is not easy (or it might be that weaving is not one of my stronger skills).

STEP 5:  Continue weaving until you have a bundle that resembles the finished product below. 
STEP 6:  Knot off the bottom and use the remaining ribbon to hang this Lavender Bundle in the closet.

IMPORTANT:  The stalks/stems must be green otherwise they will just snap off.



ENJOY!!


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6 comments:

  1. Artsy Craftery Design StudioJuly 9, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    Angie I saw something like this in one of my craft books, I think. They were called lavender bottles. What a lovely, vintage name and how beautiful your bottles are. I like that gold ribbon. I can see them hanging up for sale at a booth...

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  2. Gloria BakerJuly 10, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    I love lavender and hope to have more this year dor our next summer, one of my plants dry:( but I love you make, Im following you!

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  3. Kelly Blackwell @ Heres My Take On ItNovember 23, 2012 at 2:49 AM

    I had no idea that lavender was a natural moth deterrent. I use a little lavender bag over my eyes to help me sleep. I'd love to be able to grow my own some day. Thank you for sharing.

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  4. Melissa StormsJuly 2, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    I am saving this for my harvest. I was able to get a bunch of lavender to germinate and it is growing very well. I also found 6 packs of huge lavender seedlings at my favorite local nursery for under $3 and bought several. I planned to dry it all and use some to infuse in oil with calendula for lotions and soaps but I should definitely have enough to make these for all of my closets. Thank you for sharing!

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  5. Joanne July 5, 2019 at 5:16 PM

    Oh I bet those smell wonderful. Thanks so much for sharing with us at the Summer Fun party. Pinned.

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  6. Stone Cottage AdventuresJuly 15, 2019 at 6:01 PM

    L O V E these! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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