Handmade Gift Challenge: Scented Burlap Drawer Sachets

Eeeeks!  Thanksgiving is in 5 days and before we know it, we’ll be sitting around the Christmas tree unwrapping presents!  How exciting is that?  With the excitement comes a little stress too, huh?  What will you buy for your sister?  What will you make for your mom?  Oh my goodness — what about Uncle Bob?  So much to do and so little time.

Today I’m sharing a super easy handmade gift idea (primarily for women).  Clean Cotton scented Burlap Drawer Sachets.  They’re super easy to make, smell heavenly and they’re homemade!  Woo Hoo!

Supplies needed to make your own scented burlap sachets:

• Burlap ($1.47)
• Sewing Machine (or needle and thread)
• Rice – approximately 1 cup for 4 sachets (on hand)
• Clean Cotton Scented Oil or oil of choice ($4.17)
• Reclosable Bags (on hand or $1.97)

Optional Supplies:

• Stencils ($1.57)
• Acrylic Paint ($0.77)
• Foam Dabbers ($2.97)

Total: $12.92 or less for 4 sachets or $3.23 each!

Step 1:  Cut your burlap.  I cut mine into 4×4 squares.  That allowed for some wiggle room when trimming after they were sewn together.
Step 2:  Stencil your sachet.  This step is optional, but I thought I would add a little red festivity to the mix.  You could use a monogram to personalize them as well.  The possibilities are endless.  And yes, that is a cookie stencil {giggle}.  I loved the design and said, “why not?”  Anywho, you’re only going to stencil one square of burlap, unless you want to stencil both sides.  I only stenciled one side on mine.
Step 3:  Sew your sachet.  You’re going to sew three of the four sides.  If you don’t have a sewing machine, consider stitching it with embroidery floss.
Step 4:  Add scented rice.  Place some rice in a reclosable bag and add desired amount of scented oil.

You’ll then want to add the rice to your burlap sachet.  I used paper to create a funnel of sorts to pour the scented rice into the bag.  I didn’t measure it, but I’d say it was about 1/4 cup of rice per sachet.

Step 5: Sew the sachet closed and you’re done!

Wrap in a pretty bow and it’s ready to be gifted!  A heavenly scented sachet with a rustic twist.  Without the rice, you could use these as coasters too!  Another great gift idea.

Happy crafting, sweet friends!

Kelly

Kelly is the crafter, cook and writer behind the creative lifestyle blog, livelaughrowe.com. There you will find that she blogs about DIY projects, crafts, recipes, and life’s moments. She has a love for vintage finds, the color turquoise and has a mild addiction to coffee. Kelly lives in St. Louis, MO with her husband and their two furry friends, Parker and Buster. Grab a cup of joe and stop by to say hello!