Pomander Cleanser

A friend recently posted that ants hate this aromatic cleanser.  I know it makes my house smell wonderful, and does a great job cleaning greasy kitchen surfaces.

Pomander Cleanser:

• 1 teaspoonSweet Orange or Mandarine essential oil
• a few drops of Clove Oil and Cinnamon Leaf oil
• 1 teaspoon washing soda
• 2 teaspoons borax
• 1/2 teaspoon liquid soap or detergent
• 2 cups hot water (to dissolve the soda and borax)

Combine the ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake to dissolve and blend the minerals. You can spray this cleaner onto a surface then leave it for 15 minutes before wiping it off, to give the essential oils antiseptic qualities time to work (makes 2 cups).