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Pomander

Pomanders were used from the medieval period until the 18th century as a way of perfuming the air.  They are still very popular as a traditional craft product around Christmas time.  In this recipe, we explain how to make a pomander.

Ingredients

 

Instructions

  1. Gently need to orange in your hands to soften the skin
  2. Divide the surface of the orange into 4 equal parts and pin the tape into place.  This is where the ribbon will be attached later.
  3. Pierce the skin of the orange with the cocktail stick and set in the organic cloves.  Completely cover the orange with organic cloves.
  4. Mix together the organic cinnamon and orris root powder and put this mix into a paper bag or on a sheet of greaseproof paper.  Roll the orange in the spices mix.
  5. Leave the orange in the paper bag and store in a warm, dry place, or (alternatively) wrap the orange in tissue paper.  An airing cupboard is ideal.  Leave until the skin under the tape is dry.
  6. When dry, remove the tape and decorate with the ribbon and with a bow.

 

 

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