I am planning an outdoor gathering and I am using plants and candles to help with the bugs. Small containers of Lavenders on the table with citrus for the centerpiece. And some containers of herbs that help control bugs set around.

My candles :

• jars
• soy wax
• wicks , glue dots
• clothespins
• drops of sensational oil

Basic candle making :

Set wick in the center of container with glue dot. Melt your soy wax in double boiler or microwave to liquid. Add essential oil. Pour in and set wick up straight and use clothespin to hold wick in place. Let set.

• Citronella : Stir in the citronella oil using roughly three drops per cup of melted wax (or about three drops per 8-oz
•  One fragrance to consider would be ‘Lemongrass’. It’s scent has a tangy lemongrass fragrance with hints of Sicilian lemons and juicy limes. It provides a fabulous alternative…