How to Make a DIY Flower-Infused Linen Spray

Making a DIY flower-infused linen spray is a simple and enjoyable process that lets you add a natural, fragrant touch to your linens, pillows, and clothes. You can use different flowers and herbs to create a personalized scent, making your home feel fresher and more inviting. Here’s a step-by-step guide to crafting your own flower-infused linen spray.

Ingredients and Supplies

• Dried flowers: Lavender, rose petals, chamomile, or jasmine are great choices. Choose a single flower or a blend to create your preferred scent.

• Distilled water: This ensures the spray lasts longer without introducing bacteria or impurities.

• Witch hazel or vodka: These act as a preservative and help the fragrance mix well with the water.

• Essential oils (optional): You can enhance the scent with a few drops of essential oils like lavender, rose, or eucalyptus.

• A spray bottle: A glass or plastic spray bottle with a fine mist function works best.

• A small pot or bowl (for infusing the flowers).

• A strainer or cheesecloth: To strain the flowers after infusion.

Step 1: Gather Your Flowers

Choose flowers with pleasant scents that you enjoy. You can use dried flowers, which are easier to store and work with, or fresh flowers. For a well-balanced fragrance, opt for one or two types of flowers to start with.

Popular choices include:

• Lavender: Known for its calming properties and light, floral scent.

• Rose petals: Adds a romantic, sweet fragrance.

• Chamomile: A light, slightly apple-scented flower that’s gentle and calming.

• Jasmine: Offers a strong, exotic floral aroma.

Step 2: Make the Flower-Infused Water

To extract the fragrance from the flowers, you need to infuse them into water. You can do this through heat or by letting them steep naturally.

Heat Infusion Method

1. Boil the water: Start by heating distilled water in a small pot until it begins to simmer, but not boil.

2. Add the dried flowers: Place a handful of dried flowers into the water. If using fresh flowers, use more, as they have more water content. Stir gently.

3. Simmer: Let the flowers simmer for about 15–20 minutes. Keep the heat low to avoid burning the flowers or the water evaporating too quickly.

4. Cool down: After the infusion time, remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool completely.

5. Strain the flowers: Use a strainer or cheesecloth to remove the flowers from the liquid. Discard the flowers and keep the infused water in a clean container.

Cold Infusion Method

1. Fill a jar: Place dried flowers in a clean glass jar, filling it about halfway with flowers.

2. Add distilled water: Pour distilled water into the jar until it is nearly full, leaving some space at the top.

3. Let it sit: Seal the jar and let it sit for 48–72 hours in a cool, dark place. Shake the jar occasionally to help the infusion process.

4. Strain: After a few days, strain the flowers out of the water using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.

Step 3: Mix the Infused Water with Witch Hazel or Vodka

Once the flower-infused water has cooled (or has steeped for a few days), it’s time to mix it with a preservative. Witch hazel or vodka helps the spray last longer and ensures the fragrance lasts on your linens.

1. Add witch hazel or vodka: For every 1 cup of flower-infused water, add about 2 tablespoons of witch hazel or vodka.

2. Mix well: Stir or shake the mixture gently to combine.

Step 4: Add Essential Oils (Optional)

For an extra boost of fragrance, you can add a few drops of essential oil that complements the flowers you used. Essential oils can help intensify the scent or introduce new layers to your linen spray.

• Lavender essential oil works well with lavender-infused water.

• Rose essential oil complements rose petal water.

• Eucalyptus can be a refreshing addition for an invigorating scent.

Add around 5–10 drops of essential oil per cup of flower-infused water, but adjust based on your personal preference.

Step 5: Pour the Mixture into a Spray Bottle

After mixing your infused water with witch hazel or vodka and essential oils, pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle. A dark-colored glass bottle is best for storing the spray, as it helps preserve the natural oils from the flowers and keeps the fragrance intact.

Step 6: Shake Well Before Each Use

Flower-infused linen spray can separate over time, so always shake the bottle gently before using to ensure the water and oils mix properly.

Step 7: Use the Linen Spray

Now that your flower-infused linen spray is ready, it’s time to use it! Spray it lightly on your linens, pillows, sheets, or even clothing. It’s also great for freshening up curtains or upholstery.

Be sure to test a small area first, especially on delicate fabrics, to make sure the spray doesn’t stain.

Tips and Variations

• Storage: Keep your linen spray in a cool, dark place to maintain its fragrance. You can store it for up to a month.

• Try different flower blends: Mix lavender and rose petals for a sweet, calming fragrance, or combine chamomile and jasmine for a soothing, exotic scent.

• Make a larger batch: If you want a larger supply, simply increase the amount of flowers and distilled water you use, adjusting the amount of witch hazel or vodka accordingly.

By making your own flower-infused linen spray, you’re not only creating a delightful fragrance for your home, but you’re also avoiding artificial chemicals and fragrances often found in store-bought products. Plus, the process is customizable to suit your personal scent preferences, offering a natural and budget-friendly way to refresh your space.