Making a Lavender Pomander
Lavender pomanders are a traditional way to enjoy dried lavender while adding a simple decorative element to the home. This project is unhurried and forgiving, and it allows the lavender itself to take center stage.
What You’ll Need
A polystyrene ball (approximately 7 cm in diameter)
Dried lavender
Ribbon
A tassel (purchased or handmade from thread)
Large beads
A metal skewer
PVA glue
Florist wire and pliers
Lavender essential oil
A small spray bottle
A polystyrene ball (approximately 7 cm in diameter)
Dried lavender
Ribbon
A tassel (purchased or handmade from thread)
Large beads
A metal skewer
PVA glue
Florist wire and pliers
Lavender essential oil
A small spray bottle
Method
Begin by carefully poking a hole straight through the center of the polystyrene ball using the metal skewer. Doing this first makes the rest of the process easier, as the skewer gives you something to hold while working. I found it helpful to leave the skewer in place during the gluing stage.
Cover the entire surface of the ball with PVA glue, then gently press the dried lavender into the glue, working your way around until the ball is fully covered. Allow this to dry completely.
Once dry, check the surface carefully. Remove any stray stems and fill in small gaps as needed. The finished layer of lavender should be even, roughly about half a centimeter thick.
Because a pomander this size uses a relatively small amount of lavender, the fragrance may be subtle. To enhance it, lightly spray the surface with lavender essential oil and allow it to dry again before continuing.
Finishing the Pomander
When the lavender has fully dried, carefully remove the skewer. Thread a short length of florist wire through the center of the ball. The wire should be long enough to create a small loop at both the top and bottom.
At the bottom, attach the tassel by wiring it through a large bead. The bead helps anchor the tassel and prevents it from pulling upward.
At the top, tie the hanging loop onto the wire loop, adding a couple of beads for decoration if desired. Finish by tying a ribbon bow at the top to conceal the wire and create a clean, finished look.
Crafting Notes
To apply the essential oil evenly, I poured a 10 ml bottle of lavender essential oil into a small spray bottle.
When using essential oil, keep the pomander away from polished, painted, or synthetic surfaces, as oils may leave marks.
Adding essential oil allows you to choose dried lavender for color rather than fragrance, which can be helpful if you prefer deeper blue varieties.
The pomander can be refreshed occasionally with a light spritz or a drop or two of oil.
A high-tack PVA glue works especially well, as it helps hold the lavender in place while drying.
To apply the essential oil evenly, I poured a 10 ml bottle of lavender essential oil into a small spray bottle.
When using essential oil, keep the pomander away from polished, painted, or synthetic surfaces, as oils may leave marks.
Adding essential oil allows you to choose dried lavender for color rather than fragrance, which can be helpful if you prefer deeper blue varieties.
The pomander can be refreshed occasionally with a light spritz or a drop or two of oil.
A high-tack PVA glue works especially well, as it helps hold the lavender in place while drying.
A Note From the Farm
Lavender pomanders are meant to age naturally. Over time, the color softens and the fragrance settles, becoming quieter and more familiar — a gentle presence rather than a statement.
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