Don't toss that orange peel! Here are some surprising ways to use it

Scented candles

If you peel the oranges in such a way that you’re left with two equal halves of peel (here’s an article on how to do that), you can make something really cute out of them. You can make your own scented candles! The two leftover pieces of orange peel serve as little bowls. It’s a cheap alternative to having to buy all kinds of expensive scented candles. Plus, it’s a fun and easy DIY project that will leave your home smelling amazing!

What do you need?

• 2 halves of orange peel
• 2 large tea lights
• a saucepan

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