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pin them to pillows, or carry them in your purse wherever you go.

When you make your potpourri, remember that ingredients should not be finely ground; petals of flowers should be lightly crushed. Ingredients such as cinnamon sticks or orange peels should be broken into small pieces or finely chopped.
Some flowers that are especially good to use in potpourri are roses, carnations, hibiscus, violets, sunflowers, and lavender. Some herbs that work well in potpourri are chamomile, lavender, thyme, sage and rosemary. Eucalyptus leaves are a nice addition to any potpourri. Don't be limited by this list. Experiment by using your imagination and whatever you have at hand.

Not all blends go well together.

Here is a list I found of ones that do. You choose as to how much or how little of each you will include to make the scent you desire.

Cinnamon, Cassia, Cloves, Mace

Cloves, Allspice, Mace, Cassia

Cardamom, Coriander, Anise, Caraway

Cinnamon, Allspice, Nutmeg, Caraway

Cardamom, Cinnamon, Anise, Fennel
You should feel free to experiment and make your own blends. It is always nice to have a significant scent or fragrance that is definitely you!

If you grow globe amaranth in your garden, they will make a pleasant addition to your potpourri. The globe amaranth, of the same family, has purple, red, pink, orange, or white flowers that retain their beauty for years, and they are a popular addition to potpourris. In ancient Greece, the Amaranth was sacred to Ephesian Artemis: it was supposed to have special healing properties and as a symbol of immortality was used to decorate images of the gods and tombs. The name, from the Greek signifying un-withering, was applied to certain plants which from their lasting for ever, typified immortality.

Here is a list of recipes I have found and used over the years.
Essence of Rose
Ingredients:
1 cup pink rose petals
1/2 cup red rose petals
1/2 cup white rose petals
1/4 cup chamomile flowers
1/2 cup crushed statice (blue or white)
1/4 cup eucalyptus leaves
1/4 cup oak moss
20 drops rose oil
Gently combine petals and leaves in a large bowl. Scatter drops of rose oil over the mixture using an eyedropper. Stir gently. Place mixture in a brown paper bag lined with wax paper. Fold and seal the bag with a paper clip and leave in a dry, dark, cool place for 2 weeks. Every other day, stir the contents gently to blend and disperse ingredients and scents. Place in glass bowls or candy dishes. Top with small white or pink rose buds.

Floral 1
Combine 3/4 cup calamus

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