Guest Author - Fiona Blackwolf

We all love the fresh feeling that a clean home brings and spring is a wonderful time to refresh the magic in your household at the same time. Natural cleaners can be simple to make and often cost less than their store bought counterparts and the best part is that you can infuse them with magical intent! Here are some basic tips and recipes for making your own cleaning supplies.

Many of the ingredients for natural cleaners can be found right in your pantry. Vinegar is a natural degreaser and deodorizer. Lemon juice removes hard water build up, cuts through grease, and freshens the air. Sea salt is an antiseptic and a great stain remover. Baking soda absorbs odors. These items are the basis for the recipes that follow.

Several essential oils and herbs also have anti-fungal or antiseptic properties which make them perfect for natural cleaning and that’s in addition to their magical properties. Herbs and essential oils can be purchased at most natural food stores and even some regular supermarkets are beginning to carry them. Below is a short list of herbs and essential oils and their magical properties and other reasons to use them in magical cleaning.

Lemon – Purification, Longevity

Lime – Healing, Protection

Grapefruit – Detoxifying, Invigorating

Tea Tree – Antiseptic, Antibacterial, Refreshing

Lemongrass – Freshness, Psychic ability

Rosemary – Purification, Protection, Healing, Mental abilities

Sage – Purification, Cleansing, Wisdom, Wishes

Thyme – Health, Healing, Purification

Cedar – Purification, Protection, Healing

Lavender – Peace, Relaxation, Calming

Pine – Protection, Prosperity, Healing

For some easy recipes to make your own natural magical cleaners check out Recipes to Put the Spiritual Sparkle Back Into Your Home