Gel Potpourri in a Half Pint Jar

Submitted by grandma2969

"these make great gifts..this cannot be used as a gel candle..once set, it does not need refrigeration...I cover the top with a lace doily fastened with a rubber band or a ribbon.."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 2
• Yields: 0.5 PINT

ingredients

• 236.59 ml liquid potpourri
• 2 (14.17 g) envelope unflavored gelatin

directions

1. place liquid potpourri (simmering potpourri) in a small saucepan.
2. heat to a simmer.
3. turn off heat.sprinkle gelatin into pan.
4. blend thoroughly with a whisk.
5. pour into a regular half pint canning jar.
6. refrigerate for a quick set or leave at room temperature.it will set in a couple of hours.
7. store with lid on.
8. to use or give as a gift -- remove flat part of the lid and place a paper or lace doily over the top.secure with metal band, rubber band or ribbon --
9. YOU CAN USE GEL ALONE OR LAYER SEASHELLS, PRETTY PEBBLES, MARBLES ETC IN JAR BEFORE POURING IN GEL.

Reviews

[AmyMCGS]

I have made these for years with good results. I wanted to add a note, though-- sometimes these will develope mold after being stored. Adding salt to the potpourri cuts down on this problem. Enjoy!