Gel Potpourri In A Half Pint Jar Food

SIMMERING HOLIDAY POTPOURRI GIFT IN A JAR

Steps:

• 1. Mix in a bowl and put in 1/2 pint or pint Mason jar to give as gifts and then tie with a decorative ribbon or piece of raffia. Add a note card, and give as gifts for your friends at Yule. Attach tag below
• 2. Holiday potpourri To use, simply scoop ½ of mix into a small pot, and cover with a few inches of water. Allow to simmer on low heat on your stovetop, adding water as the potpourri reduces down. You can also use a small potpourri-sized crock pot.

POTPOURRI GEL JARS

Steps:

• Heat one cup water in medium sized saucepan.
• Add gelatin, stirring to dissolve.
• Remove from heat and add remaining 1 cup of liquid as well as food coloring, and stir until dissolved.
• Put drops of essential oil into jars then add gelatin mixture.
• Place in fridge for approximately 2 hours.
• Remove, cover with plastic wrap or lid if you have one, and store at room temperature.
• To release the scent simply remove the lid-- and when you are finished make sure you re-cover the jar so all the scent doesn't evaporate.
• This recipe makes four gel jars/ approximately 4 oz each.
• Note: Some folks in humid areas had trouble with their gel accumulating a thin layer of mold when stored for a long time.
• If you are in an area like this, or plan to store your jars for an extended period of time, you may want to store them in your refrigerator or a cool, dark place, such as a cellar.
• Or, simply add 1 teaspoon of regular salt to the above mixture, while cooking.