Keep Bugs at Bay

A few simple ingredients are all it takes to make an effective DIY mosquito repellent—and it’s pretty enough for the picnic table, too.

Get started by placing a few slices of lemon and lime in a pint jar. Add a couple sprigs of rosemary and about 20 drops of a favorite essential oil (the most effective at repelling insects include thyme, peppermint, cedar and clove oils). Fill the jar with water, top it with a floating votive and send those pesky bugs flying off into the night.