There’s nothing like that first whiff of warm, clean laundry pulled straight from the dryer. Unfortunately, that freshly laundered smell doesn’t last forever, especially when the clothes sit in a drawer for a while. One way to keep your wardrobe smelling fresh is with sachets. They’re often filled with essential oils and a blend of…
How To Make a DIY Drawer Sachet
Creating your own drawer sachet requires just four items and takes mere minutes. First, gather a dryer sheet (preferably unscented, unless you want to layer fragrances), a bag of uncooked rice, and your favorite fragrance — whether it’s a room spray or perfume. Place about a quarter-cup of uncooked rice on the open dryer sheet and spritz the fragrance directly onto the rice. Then, bundle the dryer sheet with the scented rice and secure it tightly with a rubber band. Now, your sachet is ready for any drawer in need of a long-lasting refresher.
Other Ways To Make Clothes Smell Fresh in Drawers
In addition to a DIY sachet, there are several other ways to keep your drawers — and the clothes inside of them — smelling great.
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Tea bags: Not only do they look like small sachets, but they also can smell just as good. Add a few unused, strongly scented tea bags to your drawers for an herbal or earthy aroma.
Wool dryer balls: If you have an extra set of wool dryer balls, add a few drops of essential oils to them and throw them in larger drawers for a similar effect.
Baking soda: Scoop some baking soda into a small, breathable pouch to naturally absorb moisture and odors.
Scent boosters: If you have scent booster beads sitting around your laundry room, pour a couple of tablespoons into a mesh drawstring bag for long-lasting freshness.
