Scent AlmanacFresh Laundry
Sheets pulled warm off a sunny line, soft and faintly floral.
CleanCalmingSpringSummerCandlesWax meltsReed diffuserRoom & linen sprayMelt-and-pour soapLaundry & cleaning
Great in scent-booster crystals and wax sachets hung in the linen closet.
Scale it
| Scent | Note | % | Grams | ≈ Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Linen | top | 33.3 | 10.0 | 222 |
| Lavender | middle | 27.8 | 8.3 | 185 |
| Sandalwood | base | 22.2 | 6.7 | 148 |
| Lily of the Valley | middle | 16.7 | 5.0 | 111 |
Weigh fragrance for anything over a few grams. Drops assume about 20 per ml, and droppers vary a lot.
For candles, the usual rate is 6–10% of wax weight.
Structure
A classic starting balance is about 25% top, 50% middle and 25% base.
Harmony
50%
The share of pairs in this blend that are known to go well together.
Where it works
CandlesWorkable
Limited by Sandalwood.
Wax meltsWorkable
Limited by Sandalwood.
Reed diffuserGood
Room & linen sprayGood
Electric (water) diffuserAvoid
Limited by Fresh Linen.
Cold-process soapWorkable
Limited by Lily of the Valley.
Melt-and-pour soapGood
Laundry & cleaningWorkable
Limited by Sandalwood.
Cautions for candles
- Caution around pets (especially cats and birds) — don't diffuse in their space (Lavender)
Ideas that use it
Spring refresh collection
Clear out winter's heavy spice and swap in green, floral and clean scents across the house.
A whole-house scent map
Choose one family per zone so rooms flow into each other instead of fighting at the doorways.
Scent your whole laundry routine
Give every step of laundry day the same scent, from powder to dryer balls to the pillow spray.
Teacher gifts in bulk
Small, crowd-pleasing gifts you can make twenty of in an afternoon.
Botanical wax sachets
Flameless scented wax tablets with pressed flowers, herbs and citrus to hang in closets and drawers.