I took everything out of the closets and aired it. I am pretty careful to wash everything before it goes into storage for the season, so I've been adding loads of winter clothes to my regular laundry here and there. I probably ought to clean the closets, too, but I'm on to outside projects at the moment.
After a little research, I came across a way to repel moths with a herb/spice mixture. I used a quarter of the original recipe.
Moth-Repelling Sachets
1/2 oz. dried rosemary (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 oz. dried mint (about 1 cup)
1 Tbsp. dried thyme
2 oz. whole cloves (about 1 cup)
Place mixture in tea sachets or fabric bags. Hang in closets or tuck between layers of folded clothes.
I made some hanging sachets as well. I put about 4 sachets in each closet that stores clothing and quilts. I plan to air the contents of the closets in the sunshine at least once this summer, and I intend to thoroughly clean the closets at that point, too. Let's hope it works!
Great idea...
ReplyDeleteI am in the process of cleaning out all my closets, and washing them out. [No fun..]
I like the scent packs.. great idea.
A good idea. Moth balls are so strong, not to mention poisonous to children and animals.
ReplyDeleteWe have a moth problem, but they seem to focus on areas where our cats sleep. I don't know if they would attack our clothing if we didn't have cats, or if there are different kinds of moths with differing appetites.
Oh THANK YOU! I needed this. I keep some things in a cedar chest (I guess that helps?) but I can't fit all my items in there. I will make some of these sachets!
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