Embrace the calming and beautiful scent of lavender with these delightful homemade gifts! Perfect for pampering yourself or sharing with loved ones, these lavender-infused creations offer a touch of natural luxury and relaxation.
From soothing skin treats to subtly scented home essentials, you'll find easy-to-make projects that are as enjoyable to create as they are to receive..
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1. DIY Lavender Dryer Bags
Freshen up your laundry naturally with these simple DIY lavender dryer bags.
Instead of artificial fragrances, these small pouches filled with dried lavender infuse your clothes with a gentle, calming scent.
They're a wonderful way to make your linens and towels smell wonderfully relaxing, load after load.
Plus, they’re super easy to make and a cost-effective alternative to store-bought options..
Key Ingredients:
- Fabric
- Dried lavender flowers
- Thread
Benefits:
- Natural fragrance
- Relaxing scent
- Cost-effective
Pro Tip: To extend the life of your dryer bags, add a few drops of lavender essential oil directly onto the bag when the scent starts to fade.
Get the Recipe: DIY Lavender Dryer Bags
2. Healing Lavender Salve for Soft Skin
This luxurious lavender salve is a must-have for soothing and deeply moisturizing your skin.
Made with lavender-infused oil, beeswax, and shea butter, it has a wonderfully creamy texture that melts into your skin.
The calming scent of lavender helps you relax while the rich ingredients work to heal dry patches and leave your skin feeling incredibly soft and smooth..
Key Ingredients:
- Lavender flower buds
- Olive oil
- Coconut oil
- Beeswax
- Shea butter
- Lavender essential oil
Benefits:
- Deeply moisturizing
- Soothes skin
- Promotes relaxation
- Calming aroma
Pro Tip: You can use fresh or dried lavender flowers to make the infused oil for this salve. If using fresh, ensure they are thoroughly dried first to prevent spoilage.
Get the Recipe: Healing Lavender Salve for Soft Skin
3. Calming Lavender Sugar Scrub
Exfoliate and pamper your skin with this incredibly simple lavender sugar scrub.
Just three ingredients create a luxurious treat that buffs away dry skin, leaving it feeling silky smooth and wonderfully soft.
The gentle scrubbing action combined with the soothing scent of lavender makes this a perfect way to unwind, especially before bed..
Key Ingredients:
- Sugar
- Coconut oil
- Lavender essential oil
Benefits:
- Gentle exfoliation
- Moisturizes skin
- Calming scent
- Soft and smooth skin
Pro Tip: Adjust the amount of coconut oil slightly to achieve your preferred scrub consistency – a little more oil makes it creamier.
Get the Recipe: Calming Lavender Sugar Scrub
4. DIY Lavender Carrier Oil
Create your own calming lavender carrier oil with this simple infusion method.
This versatile oil is perfect for direct skin application, offering deep hydration and a relaxing aroma.
It's also a fantastic base for creating other DIY beauty products like lotions, salves, and massage oils, infusing them with lavender's soothing benefits and delightful scent..
Key Ingredients:
- Lavender flowers
- Sweet almond oil
Benefits:
- Skin nourishment
- Relaxation and stress relief
- Improved sleep
- Moisturizing
Pro Tip: To speed up the infusion process, you can gently heat the oil and lavender in a double boiler or slow cooker on a low setting for a few hours.
Get the Recipe: DIY Lavender Carrier Oil
5. Revitalizing Lavender Hand Scrub for Gardeners
Gardening can leave your hands feeling rough and dry, but this lavender hand scrub is the perfect remedy! It gently exfoliates away dirt and dead skin, leaving your hands feeling incredibly clean, soft, and smooth.
The delightful scent of lavender makes the experience even more enjoyable, transforming a chore into a pampering moment..
Key Ingredients:
- Coarse sugar
- Sea salt
- Coconut oil
- Lavender buds
Benefits:
- Softens rough hands
- Cleanses effectively
- Invigorating scent
- Revitalizes skin
Pro Tip: This scrub is wonderful for winter skin too! Keep a jar by your sink for an instant skin pick-me-up.
Get the Recipe: Revitalizing Lavender Hand Scrub for Gardeners
6. Vanilla Lavender Lip Balm
Keep your lips soft and hydrated with this dreamy vanilla lavender lip balm.
The delightful combination of real vanilla beans and lavender flowers creates an incredibly soothing and wonderfully fragrant balm.
It's a luxurious treat that nourves dry lips, leaving them feeling smooth and protected with a subtle, calming scent..
Key Ingredients:
- Vanilla beans
- Dried lavender flowers
- Carrier oil blend
- Beeswax
- Shea butter
- Lavender essential oil
Benefits:
- Moisturizes lips
- Soothes dryness
- Calming fragrance
- All-natural ingredients
Pro Tip: Using a disposable dropper can make pouring the balm mixture into lip balm tubes much easier and less messy.
Get the Recipe: Vanilla Lavender Lip Balm
7. Simple Lavender Oil for Skin and Remedies
Create your own all-natural lavender oil using dried lavender buds and your favorite carrier oil.
This fragrant oil is a gem for skincare, helping to soothe dry skin and calm minor irritations.
It's also a fantastic base for creating other natural remedies, offering the gentle benefits of lavender in a simple, easy-to-make infusion..
Key Ingredients:
- Dried lavender buds
- Carrier oil (e.g., jojoba, olive, avocado, sweet almond)
Benefits:
- Soothes dry skin
- Calms irritation
- Aromatic
- Versatile for DIY products
Pro Tip: Ensure your lavender is thoroughly dried before infusing to prevent any moisture from causing the oil to spoil.
Get the Recipe: Simple Lavender Oil for Skin and Remedies
8. Citrus & Lavender Candles in Orange Peels
These charming candles are a unique and eco-friendly way to bring a lovely scent into your home.
Made by pouring wax into orange peels, they combine the bright zestiness of citrus with the calming fragrance of lavender.
They're not only visually appealing but also fill your space with a delightful, natural aroma..
Key Ingredients:
- Wax
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Citrus Essential Oil
- Orange Peels
Benefits:
- Calming Aroma
- Natural Scent
- Unique Decor
Pro Tip: You can adjust the amount of lavender and citrus essential oil to create a scent that's as strong or as mellow as you like.
Get the Recipe: Citrus & Lavender Candles in Orange Peels
9. Farmhouse Lavender Candle Melts
These easy-to-make candle melts are perfect for filling your home with a relaxing lavender scent.
They use dried lavender buds for a pretty visual and a subtle, natural fragrance.
Simply pop them into a candle warmer, and enjoy a tranquil atmosphere without a flame..
Key Ingredients:
- Soy Candle Wax
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Dried Lavender Buds
Benefits:
- Relaxing Ambiance
- Natural Fragrance
- Easy to Use
Pro Tip: Once the scent fades from your candle melts, you can reuse the wax to create new melts by adding a few more drops of essential oil.
Get the Recipe: Farmhouse Lavender Candle Melts
10. 5-Minute Lavender Lemon Sugar Scrub
This incredibly quick and simple sugar scrub is a treat for your skin, leaving it feeling soft and smooth.
It combines the exfoliating power of sugar with moisturizing coconut oil, the soothing scent of lavender, and a hint of bright lemon.
It’s a fantastic, all-natural way to pamper yourself or create a beautiful handmade gift..
Key Ingredients:
- White Sugar
- Coconut Oil
- Dried Lavender Flowers
- Dried Lemon Rind
- Lavender Essential Oil
Benefits:
- Exfoliates Skin
- Moisturizes
- Invigorating Scent
Pro Tip: You can easily customize this scrub by adding lemon essential oil along with the lavender for an extra citrusy boost.
Get the Recipe: 5-Minute Lavender Lemon Sugar Scrub
11. Lavender Infused Mason Jar Candles
These rustic and charming mason jar candles bring a touch of natural beauty and a calming lavender scent to any space.
While dried lavender is used decoratively around the outside of the jar, the candle itself is infused with lavender essential oil for a truly soothing fragrance.
They make wonderful gifts or lovely additions to your own home decor..
Key Ingredients:
- Candle Wax
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Dried Lavender Stems
- Mason Jars
Benefits:
- Relaxing Fragrance
- Decorative Accent
- Handmade Charm
Pro Tip: For safety, it's best to place dried lavender stems around the outside of the jar rather than inside the wax, as they could potentially catch fire.
Get the Recipe: Lavender Infused Mason Jar Candles
12. Soothing Lavender Salve
This nourishing lavender salve is a wonderful way to soothe dry or irritated skin.
Made with lavender-infused oil, it harnesses the calming and healing properties of lavender.
It’s perfect for dry patches, minor irritations, or simply for a moment of relaxation, leaving your skin feeling soft and comforted..
Key Ingredients:
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Carrier Oil (Olive, Sunflower, Almond)
- Beeswax
Benefits:
- Skin Soothing
- Calming Properties
- Deep Nourishment
Pro Tip: You can create a fast infusion of lavender oil by gently heating it in a double boiler for a few hours, or opt for a slow infusion by letting it sit for 4-6 weeks.
Get the Recipe: Soothing Lavender Salve
13. Lavender Dryer Bags for Fresh Laundry
Add a touch of natural freshness to your laundry with these simple lavender dryer bags.
Made from repurposed fabric and filled with dried lavender buds, these bags gently scent your clothes while they dry.
They can also double as charming little sachets for drawers and closets, infusing your linens with a lovely, relaxing aroma..
Key Ingredients:
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Fabric Scraps
- String/Ribbon
Benefits:
- Natural Fabric Freshener
- Relaxing Scent
- Repurposed Materials
Pro Tip: If your lavender scent starts to fade, simply add a few drops of lavender essential oil onto the fabric of the bag to refresh it.
Get the Recipe: Lavender Dryer Bags for Fresh Laundry
14. DIY Lavender Sachets with Fabric Scraps
These adorable lavender sachets are a beginner-friendly sewing project that uses up fabric scraps.
Filled with dried lavender and rice for weight, they release a wonderfully calming scent, perfect for tucking into drawers, closets, or under pillows.
They make sweet, personalized gifts that are both beautiful and fragrant..
Key Ingredients:
- Fabric Scraps
- Thread
- Dried Lavender
- Rice
Benefits:
- Calming Scent
- Drawer/Closet Freshener
- Easy Gift Idea
Pro Tip: Mixing dried lavender with rice not only makes the sachets more affordable but also adds a nice weight to them.
Get the Recipe: DIY Lavender Sachets with Fabric Scraps
15. Simple Lavender Hydrosol for Skin & Home
This DIY lavender hydrosol, or lavender water, is a gentle and fragrant liquid perfect for various uses.
It’s less concentrated than essential oil but still offers lavender's lovely scent and skin-loving properties.
Use it as a natural toner, a room spray, or even in your ironing water for a hint of calming fragrance..
Key Ingredients:
- Fresh or Dried Lavender Buds
- Distilled Water
Benefits:
- Soothing
- Refreshing
- Natural Fragrance
Pro Tip: For a stronger scent, a good rule of thumb is to use double the amount of dried lavender compared to fresh lavender when making your hydrosol.
Get the Recipe: Simple Lavender Hydrosol for Skin & Home
16. Handmade Lavender Soap
Create a luxurious bathing experience with this homemade lavender soap.
It combines a gentle, natural soap base with the calming scent of lavender essential oil and the subtle exfoliation of dried lavender buds.
This soap not only cleanses your skin but also provides a moment of relaxation and aromatherapy with every wash, leaving your skin feeling soft and refreshed..
Key Ingredients:
- Natural Soap Base
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Dried Lavender Buds
Benefits:
- Calming
- Moisturizing
- Gentle Cleansing
Pro Tip: After molding your soap, let it cure for 4 to 6 weeks in a cool, dry place to ensure it hardens properly and develops its full scent and lather.
Get the Recipe: Handmade Lavender Soap
17. Relaxing Lavender Bath Salts
Indulge in a deeply soothing bath with these homemade lavender bath salts.
The blend of Epsom and sea salts works to relax muscles and soften skin, while dried lavender buds and essential oil fill your bath with a calming, peaceful aroma.
It’s a wonderfully therapeutic way to unwind after a long day and leaves your skin feeling refreshed..
Key Ingredients:
- Epsom Salt
- Coarse Sea Salt
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Carrier Oil
Benefits:
- Relaxation
- Stress Reduction
- Soothes Muscles
- Improves Skin Health
Pro Tip: To prevent the lavender buds from clogging your drain, place a fine-mesh strainer over the plughole before you drain the tub.
Get the Recipe: Relaxing Lavender Bath Salts
18. Calming Lavender Eye Pillow
Soothe tired eyes and melt away stress with these comforting lavender eye pillows.
Filled with rice and fragrant lavender buds, they offer a gentle weight and a wonderfully calming scent.
Perfect for meditation, napping, or simply relaxing, these pillows are a delightful handmade gift or a personal treat for tranquility..
Key Ingredients:
- Fabric
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Rice (or Flax Seeds)
- Lavender Essential Oil
Benefits:
- Stress Relief
- Promotes Relaxation
- Soothes Tired Eyes
- Calming Aroma
Pro Tip: You can use flax seeds instead of rice for a different texture and weight in your eye pillow.
Get the Recipe: Calming Lavender Eye Pillow
19. Aromatic DIY Lavender Scented Candles
Create a peaceful ambiance with these delightful DIY lavender scented candles.
Infused with dried lavender buds, these candles not only look beautiful but also fill your space with a soothing, natural aroma.
They’re a wonderful way to harness lavender’s relaxation properties and add a cozy glow to any room..
Key Ingredients:
- Soy Wax Flakes
- Wicks
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Essential Oils (optional)
Benefits:
- Relaxing Atmosphere
- Calming Aroma
- Beautiful Home Decor
- Promotes Peace
Pro Tip: Experiment with adding a few drops of lavender essential oil to the wax for an even more potent fragrance.
Get the Recipe: Aromatic DIY Lavender Scented Candles
20. Soothing Lavender Salt Scrub
Gently exfoliate and hydrate your skin with this simple lavender salt scrub.
Combining the power of salt with nourishing oils and the calming scent of lavender, this scrub polishes away dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling incredibly soft, smooth, and revitalized.
It’s a luxurious treat for your body..
Key Ingredients:
- Salt (Epsom or Sea Salt)
- Carrier Oil (like Coconut or Almond Oil)
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Dried Lavender Buds (optional)
Benefits:
- Exfoliation
- Softens Skin
- Hydration
- Relaxing Scent
Pro Tip: Massage the scrub onto damp skin in circular motions, then rinse thoroughly for the best results.
Get the Recipe: Soothing Lavender Salt Scrub
21. Fragrant Lavender Sachets
Bring a delightful, calming fragrance to your drawers and closets with these charming DIY lavender sachets.
Filled with aromatic dried lavender buds, they release a gentle, soothing scent that helps keep linens fresh and imparts a sense of tranquility.
They make wonderful, heartfelt gifts for anyone who appreciates a touch of natural perfume..
Key Ingredients:
- Breathable Fabric (Cotton or Linen)
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Ribbon (optional)
Benefits:
- Freshens Linens
- Calming Aroma
- Natural Moth Repellent
- Decorative
Pro Tip: Gently squeeze the sachets periodically to refresh the scent as the oils in the lavender buds are released.
Get the Recipe: Fragrant Lavender Sachets
22. DIY Lavender Sachets for Lasting Fragrance
These easy-to-make lavender sachets are a charming way to keep closets and drawers smelling wonderfully fresh.
Filled with dried lavender buds, they offer a gentle, calming aroma that can help promote relaxation.
They make for beautiful, thoughtful gifts that bring a touch of natural serenity wherever they're placed..
Key Ingredients:
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Fabric (cotton or linen)
- Thread
Benefits:
- Calming aroma
- Freshens closets and drawers
- Natural insect repellent
Pro Tip: Personalize your sachets by using decorative ribbons or simple embroidery for a unique touch.
Get the Recipe: DIY Lavender Sachets for Lasting Fragrance
23. Quick & Easy Pyramid Lavender Sachets
These adorable pyramid-shaped lavender sachets are a super quick and fun sewing project, perfect for using up fabric scraps! They release a lovely, long-lasting lavender scent that’s ideal for tucking into drawers, gym bags, or even your car.
They make for delightful, handmade gifts that are sure to be appreciated..
Key Ingredients:
- Dried Lavender
- Scrap Fabric (cotton or muslin)
- Thread
Benefits:
- Soothing scent for relaxation
- Freshens small spaces
- Great beginner sewing project
Pro Tip: These sachets are perfect for small spaces like pillowcases or underwear drawers where the scent can be concentrated.
Get the Recipe: Quick & Easy Pyramid Lavender Sachets
24. Embroidered Lavender Pouches with Relaxing Fillings
These elegant lavender pouches are wonderfully simple to create and make for beautiful, handmade gifts.
Filled with calming lavender, they’re perfect for infusing drawers, wardrobes, or bathrooms with a gentle fragrance.
You can even embroider a delicate lavender bouquet to match the filling, making each pouch extra special..
Key Ingredients:
- Dried Lavender
- Linen Fabric
- Embroidery Thread
- Toy Filling
Benefits:
- Gentle, relaxing fragrance
- Adds a touch of elegance
- Customizable and personal
Pro Tip: If you or the recipient are allergic to lavender, try fillings like dried rose petals or citrus peels.
Get the Recipe: Embroidered Lavender Pouches with Relaxing Fillings