Crafting with Dried Lavender: Simple Ideas to Make at Home

There’s something timeless about lavender. Its calming fragrance and surprising versatility make it a favourite, both in the garden and the home. At Yorkshire Lavender, we harvest our blooms at the end of August and, stems in hand, tart thinking about all the creative ways we can continue to enjoy the lavender, long after summer has faded.

Once dried, lavender becomes a wonderful ingredient for crafting. Whether you’re looking to create thoughtful gifts or simply add a touch of countryside charm to your home, here are some simple, creative ways to use dried lavender.

Grab a cuppa, maybe invite some friends, and enjoy a wholesome 'crafternoon'.

Lavender Sachets

One of the easiest and most popular uses for dried lavender is to make sachets. Simply fill small fabric bags with dried lavender buds, then tuck them into drawers, wardrobes, or even your car to keep clothes and linens smelling fresh. They also make lovely wedding favours or stocking fillers.

Tip: If you enjoy sewing, you can make your own sachets from scraps of fabric. For a no-sew version, use muslin bags tied with ribbon or twine.

Lavender Wreaths

A lavender wreath brings rustic charm to your home. Using a wire or grapevine wreath base, attach small bunches of dried lavender with florist wire, overlapping as you go until the circle is full. Hang it in your hallway, kitchen, or even outside on a sheltered door. The fragrance will linger for months.

Fancy giving these a go but prefer some guidance? We run wreath workshops during the season, with our head gardener, so do check back for details of our workshops

Lavender Bath Salts

For a touch of everyday luxury, combine dried lavender with Epsom salts and a few drops of essential oil. Store in a jar and sprinkle a handful into the bath for a relaxing soak. These also make gorgeous presents when dressed up with ribbon and a hand-written label.

Lavender Sugar

Dried culinary lavender can be used in the kitchen! Make lavender sugar by mixing culinary lavender with caster sugar, then leaving it to infuse for a week before using in baking.

Mini Lavender Bouquets

Tie a few dried lavender stems together with twine or ribbon for mini bouquets. They’re perfect for decorating place settings at dinner parties, adding to gift wrapping, or brightening up a bedside table.

Bringing the farm home

Each of these ideas is simple, affordable, and a wonderful way to bring a piece of the lavender field into your home. Whether you’re crafting for yourself or making heartfelt gifts, dried lavender is the perfect starting point.

Feeling inspired? Our craft lavender is available in the online shop. If you try one of these projects, we’d love to see your results – do tag us on social media and share your lavender creations!