Craft Of The Day: Keep Bugs At Bay With Charming Citronella Candles

Keep Unwanted Pests From Your Outdoor Party With These Candles

There's nothing we enjoy more in summer than spending time with our friends and families outdoors. But there are certain guests that we don't ever want to see -- mosquitoes. These charming homemade citronella candles from Garden Therapy are sure to keep your outdoor area pest-free, plus they're made from recycled cans!

cotd citronella candlesPhoto by Stevie from Garden Therapy.

But the real reason why these candles win out over storebought versions? It's all about the custom scent. The creative bloggers at Garden Therapy figured out the right amount of essential oil that will eliminate that almost medicinal citronella odor. Even better, the resulting lovely aroma won't reduce the bug-repelling benefits.

To see a full tutorial on how to create these candles and other great crafts, head over to Garden Therapy.

And, be sure to check out our other great crafts in our Craft Of The Day slideshow below.

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