Fall craft idea- Pomander Balls

I was getting out my fall decorations and thought of the wonderful fall scent that pomander balls bring to your home.  I've made these in the past and they are an easy and fun craft for the family.

What you'll need:

• apples or oranges (or other citrus fruit)
• toothpicks
• 50 g whole cloves
• 2 tbsp spice(s) (my favorite to use is cinnamon)
• ribbon

How to make:

1. Use a toothpick to poke holes into the fruit and insert cloves in the holes.  Or simply use the stem on the whole cloves and poke into your fruit.  You may do this in a pattern or completely cover the fruit.
2. Place the spice(s) in a bowl or on a paper and roll the fruit until evenly covered.
3. Allow the fruit to dry in a cool, dark place for about 3 weeks.
4. To hang pomander balls, make a loop with ribbon and secure with glue or pins.

Use metal skewers to hold down beach towel/blanket

With Fall (and football season) upon us, for any windy last minute trips to the beach, use metal skewers to stake down your beach towel or blanket!

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