Wool Dryer Balls

Wind a thin strip of wool roving into a ball, rotating directions to create a uniform ball shape. (Note: Use a light-colored wool so that the color doesn't bleed onto your laundry.) Don't worry if it is not a perfectly smooth ball. 

Once it is the size of a tennis ball, tuck the last piece of wool roving into the ball to secure it in place.

With scissors, cut the footed ends off the nylon stockings. Start by dropping one ball into the stocking and tying a knot to secure it in the nylon. Continue until all wool balls are secured in stocking.

Toss the knotted stocking into the washing machine, turned to a high-heat setting. (Tip: You can also throw it in with a load of laundry at the same setting if you don't want to waste water.) Transfer to a dryer and let dry on a normal setting.

Cut the wool balls out of stocking; they should be felted and feel firm to the touch. Add one drop each of your favorite essential oils to the dryer ball. For a fresh clean scent, we recommend using one drop of lavender, lemon, and bergamot essential oil. Allow the oil to dry for one hour before use.