What are some inventions from household items?

1. A DIY humidifier. Fill a large bowl with water and place it near a heat source, such as a radiator or wood stove. The water will evaporate and humidify the air.

2. A homemade air freshener. Mix baking soda and water in a spray bottle. Add essential oil if you like. Shake well and spray around the house to freshen the air.

3. A DIY candle. Melt wax in a microwave-safe bowl. Add essential oil if you like. Pour the melted wax into a mold and let it cool. Once the candle is cool, remove it from the mold and trim the wick.

4. A homemade lip balm. Mix coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax in a microwave-safe bowl. Add essential oil if you like. Pour the melted mixture into a lip balm container and let it cool. Once the lip balm is cool, it is ready to use.

5. A DIY deodorant. Mix baking soda, cornstarch, and coconut oil in a jar. Add essential oil if you like. Stir until the mixture is smooth. Apply the deodorant to your skin as needed.

6. A homemade laundry detergent. Mix borax, washing soda, and grated soap in a bucket. Add essential oil if you like. Stir until the mixture is well blended. Use the laundry detergent as you would any other laundry detergent.

7. A DIY all-purpose cleaner. Mix vinegar, water, and dish soap in a spray bottle. Add essential oil if you like. Shake well and use to clean surfaces around the house.

8. A DIY furniture polish. Mix olive oil and vinegar in a spray bottle. Add essential oil if you like. Shake well and spray onto furniture. Buff the furniture with a soft cloth.

9. A DIY bug repellent. Mix water, witch hazel, and essential oils in a spray bottle. Shake well and spray around the house to repel bugs.

10. A DIY pet shampoo. Mix Castile soap, water, and coconut oil in a bottle. Add essential oil if you like. Shake well and use to shampoo your pet.