We love our pets, truly we do, but let’s face it…they can stink! I have lived in fear that our home smells like animals for years, and am constantly doing whatever I can to keep that from being true. Previously, I shared my Homemade Fabric Refresher Spray Recipe with you, and today I want to share how to make your own deodorizing carpet powder sprinkle with just 2 ingredients! It will have your carpet and rugs smelling fresh in no time!
You will need an clean, empty mason jar, 1 1/2 cups of baking soda and 10 drops of essential oils…I prefer lavender!
First, use a nail to poke holes in the lid of your mason jar. I use these shakers for everything! You can see the how to on my Mason Jar Cinnamon – Sugar Shakers by clicking the Crafts button in the menu bar at the top of my site :)
Now that you have your shaker ready, add your baking soda to a large bowl.
Next, add your essential oils.
Mix well with a whisk or spoon, making sure to get all lumps mixed in. Pour the mixture into your homemade mason jar shaker.
Now, sprinkle your carpet and wait for 20 – 30 minutes.
Vacuum and enjoy the smell of clean!
Hi I was wondering do you cover up the holes when not in use? Does the essential oil smell fade after time? This is a great idea. I am making it right now. Just wondering about the above.
I don’t cover the holes…I just sit it on a shelf. When the scent starts to fade, I just add some more essential oils and shake really well again. Hope this helps!
I have an idea for covering the holes in between uses…remove the flat lid (the one you poked nail holes in) and place it on a sheet of cardstock or thin cardboard. Trace around it with a pencil and then cut out the circle. Each time you finish using the carpet refresher, place the cut-out circle under the lid with holes and put the lid together as usual. Works great for me!
I reuse Parmesan cheese containers. You can lock up top when not in use. I usually layer baking soda and oils and shake well vs having to clean another bowl. Before using just give a couple shakes again to reactivate scent.
I use Parmesan containers as well. Really work well for anything you need a shaker for.
Does this work for pet smells as well?