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  • @cindysantiago1326
    @cindysantiago1326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    I just saw your video two days ago, made the exact bug spray recipe. Today went to a family reunion, applied bug spray & had no problem with bugs for over 7 hours.

  • @shaista7239
    @shaista7239 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Thank you! I am going to make it ASAP.
    Take 8 ounces of Witch Hazel, add few drops of all 5 Essential oil
    (1)Paper mint oil
    (2)Lavender oil
    (3)lemon eucalyptus oil important
    (4)Lemon grass
    (5)Tea tree oil

    • @MontyLexa
      @MontyLexa ปีที่แล้ว +3

      paper mint oil, i think you mean peppermint oil. I had to go look at my nots.

    • @aaronsg71
      @aaronsg71 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@MontyLexalook for your nots…I think you mean “your notes”.

    • @leamorioka7248
      @leamorioka7248 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂​@@aaronsg71

    • @PhuongNguyen-ru8vl
      @PhuongNguyen-ru8vl หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ty @shaista7239!! I came to the comment section to find out if anybody wrote down the recipe. Thank GOD. You did!

    • @RoselandeBazelais-hn5rh
      @RoselandeBazelais-hn5rh 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Tnx

  • @ChayEday
    @ChayEday 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Ah Hah!!! THAT's who you remind me of! Tabitha Brown. The combo of your smile and saying "right?" as you talk. Sooo great and easy to listen and watch you both. I will definitely try your bug spray in the spring. Okay, back to binge watching your channel. Have a blessed day.

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes Tabitha Brown cracks me up! I am glad you are here-thanks for watching!

  • @vegan.balaclava
    @vegan.balaclava ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Barbara also thank you for this video. ❤

  • @LoveSoulyaki
    @LoveSoulyaki ปีที่แล้ว +12

    lol! just stop when the spirit tell you too stop...I was looking for another insect repellent I will try this.... thanks sis...

  • @esterwyman
    @esterwyman ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I don’t have all those essential oils , so I’m going to try making a tea with Distilled water 💦, Bay leaves ,Rosemary ,lavender and Tea Tree oil , and Witch hazel , wish me Luck 🍀

    • @HaloHighlightz
      @HaloHighlightz 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How did it work out for you?

  • @paulaeakins3731
    @paulaeakins3731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    WOW fellow Gardener can't wait to make this because bugs all type just LOVE me. Thanks so much

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are welcome! Let me know how it turns out!!

    • @Nobody95008
      @Nobody95008 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too. Can u spray it on skin

    • @yolandasanders4865
      @yolandasanders4865 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will this kill house flies? I have to many to sway! And I can't afford raid!

  • @gginsc
    @gginsc 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I just got ate up by mosquitoes and found this video. I will try this!

  • @MS-ku7tl
    @MS-ku7tl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am also a bug magnet. Will have to try this. I grew up using skin so soft from avon. We used witch hazel as astringent.

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes try it and see if you like it! I remember using that Avon product too when I was little girl.

    • @frogmom2133
      @frogmom2133 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same!

  • @marshadavis9735
    @marshadavis9735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m going to try this today. My husband and I have been getting eaten alive by insects. Thank you for the recipe!

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great! Let me know how you like it. I appreciate you stopping by!

    • @JenniferConnell-gw7xm
      @JenniferConnell-gw7xm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How often are you supposed to apply it?​@@AGardenersJourneyHomestead

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JenniferConnell-gw7xm I have only done mine once a day and it last 4-5 hours

  • @emahsgarden329
    @emahsgarden329 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you, I also use a couple of drops of dawn soap and sometimes Listerine with alcohol, clove oil is good also. I must try the tea tree though.

  • @tprettylady42
    @tprettylady42 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Yes, girl I made it. Thank you. I should've looked this up earlier summer, because the mosquitoes had a feast on me😅😅😅😅

  • @taililly2483
    @taililly2483 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I made some last year with listening,water, EO=lemon, lemon grass, tea tree, eucalyptus, citronella, peppermint. Will use your suggestion & add lavender to my mix this year. I was out yesterday & the mosquitoes had me on the menu, so I pulled out my mix & sprayed on me & around where I was sitting. No more problems.

  • @zina8360
    @zina8360 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Just saw your video. I will definitely try your ingredients because I’m a magnet to bugs.

  • @TeresaV
    @TeresaV ปีที่แล้ว +28

    It should be in an amber colored glass spray bottle. NEVER in plastic because EOs react with plastic. For anyone who's never tried this, be sure to spray a test spot to make sure you're not sensitive/allergic to any of these oils. Almost any one of these oils alone will repel mosquitoes. You can also use undiluted organic apple cider vinegar in a sprayer and get the same results. We use a 50/50 water/apple cider vinegar spray for our dogs. They also get homemade apple cider vinegar in their water, up to 1 tbs per gallon to repel ticks and fleas. Do lots of research and educate yourself on EOs because they are very potent concentrates. Do you know the difference between top notes, middle notes and base notes? If not, find out before you make a solution you know little to nothing about. Best wishes to you all and may we win the daily battle of the bugs!

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for sharing the tips!

    • @virginiat9671
      @virginiat9671 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Teresa. Which essential oils do you use for your dogs to repel ticks and fleas?

    • @pamt8430
      @pamt8430 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      REALLY Karen?? You put HER recipe in an amber glass bottle. Seems she is doing just fine with the bottle she CHOSE. 🙄

    • @TeresaV
      @TeresaV ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@virginiat9671 I don't use any essential oils on my dogs. Only a 50/50 water/apple cider vinegar solution.

    • @TeresaV
      @TeresaV ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pamt8430 No, I did not use HER recipe at all. I used a different recipe and I stored it in an amber glass bottle. You can call me a Karen if that makes you feel better. But I know what I'm talking about.

  • @zametriceturner9212
    @zametriceturner9212 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I am so humbled to stumbled on your page. Thank you for this.

  • @angelamerson7299
    @angelamerson7299 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amen!!! Thank you and God Bless you❤

  • @jakeallama22
    @jakeallama22 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can’t wait to try this! I’m a bug magnet as well and I can’t stand the stink of bug spray from the store.

  • @aaronsg71
    @aaronsg71 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for your easy repellent mix!

  • @methadonefreeiamNiki
    @methadonefreeiamNiki 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I've got witch hazel saved it for.
    well,this I guess.
    I'm making garli,ginger and tummeric tea too.

  • @Hawaii1313
    @Hawaii1313 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    PEACE&LUV

  • @taneishanichole3614
    @taneishanichole3614 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    “I lost count.” 😂😂 I love this video. Thank you. I’m going to try the recipe this week.

  • @AnnRicci
    @AnnRicci 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was crusin' by and saw you. I always make my repellent using a carrier oil but I think this will be better .... using the witch hazel. Will be making this for sure !!!! Thank You ... Annie Lou

  • @aovoonthefarmsouthernillinois
    @aovoonthefarmsouthernillinois ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice video. I will try the bug spray.

  • @lilyh1039
    @lilyh1039 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks, I will try it too. I tried a few squirt of hand sanitizer mix with a dab of body lotion and applied to exposed skin esp arms and legs during afternoon gardening, it helps repel mosquitos too.

  • @kimberlywalker1891
    @kimberlywalker1891 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I really hope this works, I've been let down by so many diy things. I'm scared to even try them anymore. I love and have lots of essential oils. I don't like tea tree oil. I think it stinks. But thanks. I will try this. Will it get rid of Cock roaches ? I got them from a diy thing online. That's why I'm scared of these things. Please let me know. Thank you

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Try it and see and use the essential oils you like. No it does not repel cockroaches that I am aware of.

  • @hopeodell9945
    @hopeodell9945 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yes young living is great works great ❤

  • @donnaewing5523
    @donnaewing5523 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love this! Gonna try! Will let you know.

  • @waynebernalsr8588
    @waynebernalsr8588 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Do you have to use the all oils or just certain ones

  • @vilmv5771
    @vilmv5771 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i hope this video finds everyone on time for this years mosquito times 🦟
    found your recipe right on time for the annual Finnish Mosquito fest, thank you dear 🫶🏻🦌

  • @reenaisrael1910
    @reenaisrael1910 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How Much Witch Hazel Did You Use

  • @queenangawakening9800
    @queenangawakening9800 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Bugs especially mosquitoes are more attracted to people who have 🅾️ blood type

    • @LindaMcLaurin-p9j
      @LindaMcLaurin-p9j 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      If you eat acidic foods or sweets fleas and mosquitoes love that blood😮

    • @otiliast.charles3403
      @otiliast.charles3403 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Was going to say exactly that. I too am a gardener/homesteaders. I detox often. Have noticed that if my blood sugar are levels are low bugs may bump into me but no bites whatsoever. So "sweet blood" is real ! 😂 Ty for new recipe. More blessings.😊

  • @waynebernalsr8588
    @waynebernalsr8588 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ok, I have a question: Where is the best place to get the oils from. I live in Michigan

  • @lizhaydon2250
    @lizhaydon2250 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you. Got to try. Bugs are eating me up.

  • @esterwyman
    @esterwyman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thank you 🌹

  • @mangravy2897
    @mangravy2897 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Bugs love my blood, I suspect it’s because I have O negative blood

  • @sheilahunt6817
    @sheilahunt6817 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m new to your channel and I love your high tunnel. I’m going to try this recipe. Thanks for sharing

  • @yogiegemini2053
    @yogiegemini2053 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have a recipe for getting rid of Gnats?

  • @bunandcheese4445
    @bunandcheese4445 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you! 🙏🏾❤️🇬🇧

  • @AS-lm9xm
    @AS-lm9xm 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @BerdaByrd
    @BerdaByrd หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you i need this

  • @MsTiLaJ
    @MsTiLaJ 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you for the recipe🙌🏾

  • @kyekyeknowsbest4509
    @kyekyeknowsbest4509 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this!

  • @taffiahunt1595
    @taffiahunt1595 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it safe to spray on my grass around my flower bed . When I water my flower they attack me.

  • @vegan.balaclava
    @vegan.balaclava ปีที่แล้ว

    Same girl. The mosquitos get my head over my hat. Smh

  • @hopeodell9945
    @hopeodell9945 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you!!!

  • @LADYJJ2U
    @LADYJJ2U 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Do you need all of the oils or can you just choose one?

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You can choose if you like!

    • @LADYJJ2U
      @LADYJJ2U 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@AGardenersJourneyHomestead I subscribed, love natural ingredients.

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@LADYJJ2U Awesome! I just did another video last week for insect repellent with just 3 ingredients for those who want something simpler.

    • @LADYJJ2U
      @LADYJJ2U 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AGardenersJourneyHomestead Thanks

  • @reneebrown2968
    @reneebrown2968 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The cheap brands use oil in their essential oils ( which is supposed to be plant extracts)

  • @Nobody95008
    @Nobody95008 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have clove oil, citronella oil, i need more eucalyptus oil and geraniol oil.

  • @methadonefreeiamNiki
    @methadonefreeiamNiki 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your channel
    tyvm

  • @mag7744
    @mag7744 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Is it safe for dogs to

  • @JenniferConnell-gw7xm
    @JenniferConnell-gw7xm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How often are you supposed to apply it if you are outside all day?

  • @Turtle42082
    @Turtle42082 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @selmabynoe7040
    @selmabynoe7040 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank u I am going to try it

  • @tish36100
    @tish36100 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, I just saw your video for natural bug spray and I like it, Thank you. Do you give advice for first time gardeners? I know this video was 2yrs old. So I hope you can see my comment 🙂

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching and yes my whole channel is geared towards 1st time gardeners!

    • @tish36100
      @tish36100 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead Thank you, I am a first time gardener and I like raised beds. I just did two this year. And I'm not too sure if I did it right. Do you do raised beds?

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tish36100 Awesome! Yes I have several raised beds. 5 behind my house and 6 in my high tunnel.

  • @hopeodell9945
    @hopeodell9945 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Question can you use smaller amount of oils

  • @jesuschildmgb
    @jesuschildmgb 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you 😊 💓

  • @shirley9541
    @shirley9541 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much I'm going to try today

  • @karenrussell7641
    @karenrussell7641 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Be careful with the tea tree oil; so good for us but not for your pets. It was the only thing I omitted, nice blend. I also added a little bit of almond oil; just to help it ‘cling’ to my skin.

  • @HopefulElectLady
    @HopefulElectLady 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Barbara, this is Shirley.😂😂😂 Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. These mosquitoes are diabolical!!! They must be a part of a mosquito militia.😩🦟 new Subbie🫶🏾

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You are welcome and welcome to my channel!

    • @HopefulElectLady
      @HopefulElectLady 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AGardenersJourneyHomestead thank you 🫶🏾

  • @Nobody95008
    @Nobody95008 ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of alcohol? Rubbing alcohol or methyldated one

    • @truepeacenik
      @truepeacenik 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Isopropyl or a cheap vodka both work.

  • @RitcheeRichRocks
    @RitcheeRichRocks 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your video. I like how you break it all down step by step to keep it simple. Gonna try this and thank you for this video!

  • @PlantRelated
    @PlantRelated 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hi glad i fouund yyou!

  • @CaponeCabin
    @CaponeCabin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ticks seem to be bad this year!

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed!

    • @2ndNature.Above.Rubies
      @2ndNature.Above.Rubies 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AGardenersJourneyHomestead Just prior to your vid. I found a simple tick repel spray recipe which uses only rose geranium e.o. & which has been working for her & family & pets (& even on horses) f/ 3 yrs. now, & they live in an area w/ woods where they & dogs were getting covered with them..but no more! ..Channel is: Kelly from Primally Inspired, & vid. title is: Homemade Tick Spray. I found it bc I'd read a review of an essential oil on Amazon that said that rose geranium e.o. works great to repel mosquitos & ticks. But I want to double check to see if it really works on mosquitos, too, bc she said this particular brand smells sweet like roses, & is very effective..I think on mosquitos too, & her vet said it works to repel on ticks even for horses. But I love your recipe & vid. above, & will try it..maybe adding rose geranium into the mix. Thank you!

  • @epiphanychild
    @epiphanychild 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How long does it last?

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have not tracked the hours but it has lasted me several hours working outside in the garden at least 4-5 hours. I have never gotten bit when I wore it.

  • @monicamccravey457
    @monicamccravey457 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does anyone use neem oil? TY for sharing.

    • @AGardenersJourneyHomestead
      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have not used it on my skin as an insect repellent. Only in the garden for the plants have I used it.

    • @monicamccravey457
      @monicamccravey457 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @AGardenersJourneyHomestead I haven't either, but it's supposed to be safe for my dogs... just curious. TY for responding.

  • @hopeodell9945
    @hopeodell9945 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'll ask my mom for you she uses young living all the time

  • @julialebron8881
    @julialebron8881 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, I’m New Here❤

  • @cherieozga5879
    @cherieozga5879 ปีที่แล้ว

    Skitters dont like cedar wither

  • @ddrusa
    @ddrusa 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does it work on bed bugs to

  • @blackrain6ft5
    @blackrain6ft5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your video but dam, watching this on the toilet, leg going to sleep, thank God for fast forward.🤦🏽‍♂️

  • @mariohawkins4326
    @mariohawkins4326 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    10 mins of talk to get the recipe.....

  • @glennellis9325
    @glennellis9325 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A little too much talking for me