Smell has as much to do with creating a welcome home as the decor does, and I think a scent can inspire us.
Pumpkin spice, and cinnamon and cloves just inspire an Autumn nesting feeling.
Likewise, lavender and vanilla can also complete a soothing and warm atmosphere.
I like using candles, simmering potpourri, and linen spritzes to add the finishing touch to my cottage, whether it's when I am entertaining, or when it's just me, home after work, curled up in my favorite reading chair in the dining room.
What scents inspire you, and how do you use them?
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November 23, 2007
Inspiration Friday- it makes scents
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I was just thinking about the scent o balsam and maybe doing a post on the way we relate to scent. great minds think alike!!
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Posted by: Janet | November 23, 2007 at 08:09 PM
I love the smell of fresh coffee...and I find myself seeking out "comfort scents" more in the winter when the weather is cold & wet.
Posted by: Tracy | November 23, 2007 at 08:41 PM
Ah yes, vanilla....sugar cookie....maple sugar....notice a trend here? All FOOD scents! I get supremely hungry in my house, I tell ya.....
Posted by: DivaDeb | November 24, 2007 at 10:24 AM
The smell of apples and cinnamon inspires the nesting feeling in me. For some reason I just want to make soups and stews and breads, as well baking cookies and pies when I smell apples and cinnamon candles.
Posted by: Connie | November 24, 2007 at 05:55 PM
Yum! And that picture is so pretty!
~Angela :-)
Posted by: Angela (Cottage Magpie) | November 24, 2007 at 10:49 PM
Just beautiful cake and pie! I love the leaves and other shapes on top of the pie. :)
Posted by: Susan94 | November 27, 2007 at 06:17 PM