409K views · 8.8K reactions | Put Candles in the Fabric Softener and everyone will smell the scent! | Put Candles in the Fabric Softener and everyone will smell the scent! | By DIY at Home | Put candles in fabric softener and even your neighbors will smell it. That's right, with just a simple trick you can transform the atmosphere of your home. Impeccably clean a fresh scent in the air and insects will stay far away. First, you'll need 4 candles. That's right, just regular candles. The first step is to melt them. You can do this directly in a pot or use the double boiler method which works just as well. The key is to melt them completely. And don't worry about the candle wicks. Remove them but don't throw them away. They'll play an important role later on. Now that the candles are melted, the magic begins. Carefully we're going to pour the liquid into a glass container of your choice. It could be something simple or more decorative. It's up to your creativity. But it has to be glass, okay? This detail makes all the difference for both aesthetics and safety. Now here comes the secret that turns something ordinary into something truly special. Our good old fabric softener. That's right. You can use the fabric softener you already have at home. I am using a concentrated one because the scent is stronger but any kind will work. Just add a cap full of fabric softener to the melted wax mixture. And there is one more special touch. Clove. This little ingredient makes a big difference. Not only does it have a wonderful aroma but it's also an excellent natural insect repellent. That's right. Mosquitoes, flies and even gnats really don't like the smell of clove. Just add a few cloves to the mixture. It'll release its fragrance and keep those bugs away. Now remember the we removed earlier. It's time to use them. Grab a piece of string, it will serve as the wick and with the help of a stick or even a clothes pin, position it right in the center of the container. This will make sure the wick stays in place while the candle cools and hardens. Here's an extra tip. If you want to speed up the process, you can place the glass in the fridge. Your candle will be ready in no time. Once the candle has hardened, carefully remove the stick. Trim the excess string and you're done. Now you have a homemade scented candle that will fill any room in your house with fragrance and as a bonus keep the insects away. This homemade solution is much more economical than those expensive candles you find in stores and the best part you made it with your own hands. Using simple items you already had at home. Plus it's a beautiful decorative piece that you can personalize however you like. You can choose different containers. Play around with the colours of the fabric softener and even make several Candles to decorate your entire home. Now, think about this. You light that candle at the end of the day and feel that light, inviting scent filling the room. At the same time, you know you're keeping insects away from your home without using harsh chemicals. It's the perfect combination of comfort and practicality