Christmas Craft - Orange & Clove Pomanders

Here's a popular craft idea for Christmas, & so easy to make. There are many variations of ingredients, but these are the ones I like. Of course, you can use Ginger, Star Anise or other powdered spices you like, & instead of oranges, you can use lemons or even apples.
These aromatic pomanders send a fabulous fragrance through the house. Why not give them a try? Here's how: 

• 100g ground cinnamon
• 50g ground cloves
• 15g ground allspice
• 15g ground nutmeg
• large ceramic bowl
• 6 oranges
• 100g whole cloves
• thick needle
• plastic cling wrap

Mix all the powdered spices in the bowl.
Pierce holes in the oranges with the needle & stud with the whole cloves. You can cover the whole surface of the oranges with cloves, or create a simple pattern, as I have.

Place oranges in the bowl with the mixed spices, tossing gently until
their whole surface is covered with spice.
Cover bowl gently with the cling wrap.
Turn pomanders daily for 2-3 weeks, after which time they’re ready for
displaying in a pretty crystal or glass bowl.


Just in time for Christmas!
x Kathy x