DIY Pine Cleaner

[@earthlover999]

I’m in Oregon too and the wind storm today blew so many pine needles and branches everywhere so I collected a bunch to make this and oil and saves but I’m a newbie so thank you for making videos for people like me to follow. 🙌💚🌲

[@iartistdotme]

I knew there had to be a way - I've heard of certain evergreens that appear like scaled stems and they are suppose to be edible but don't know for sure about much of anything. I really appreciate this video as I use homemade vinegar for cleaning and really wanted to begin using pine - thanks so much!!! I knew it was antibacterial antiviral and probably a whole lot more so this is valuable info!

[@KarenSmith-ys3sk]

I made that about 3 weeks ago,and I added a bit of water in my sprayer bottle with some Castille soap,man it was so smelly in my house. Love the smells ,and no chemicals.

[@dandesrochers363]

How much soap and water did you add to vinegar good ideal thanks.

[@WillowsGarden]

That’s a wonderful helpful way to keep your cleaning products all natural. Thanks for sharing and have a blessed night!

[@jilanam7199]

One of the many examples of why you are so awesome. Thanks for this! Household cleaners are a real budget buster and this is both healthier and a true savings Great!

[@charliewerner4461]

The needles in this video are Douglas fir.

[@annamartinez7031]

I love this idea. Now I’m going to have to find some pine trees! Thanks for this post

[@JazzyMamaInAK]

I have tons of citrus vinegar; I mix half and half with the dish soap and laundry soap,. I have some spruce chips I got when a lot was cleared, so I may try using some of them and see how it works.

[@dartagnantaft5918]

Does the pine add anything to the cleaning ability or is it just an aroma?

[@apiecemaker1163]

Pine is actually an anti viral agent and is good for the respiratory system. 🌲👍♥️

[@2leelouCreates]

Thank you. That is exactly what I was going to say.

[@apiecemaker1163]

@@2leelouCreates you’re welcome. Didn’t mean to step ahead just know you get lots of comments nd it’s hard to get to all of them.mi love our homestead community and how we all help each other out.

[@donnaingle1359]

I love homemade cleaner!

[@Lilredhen76]

Wow! That is amazing, thanks for sharing

[@nolanmorse6553]

Can we also use this just as a spray to smell good around the house to

[@lynnettawilliams2138]

I love them jars I put my home made vinagar lemons and laundry detergent there cute setting on my counter

[@roxannecox7861]

I love those jars! I only use them for dry goods. Thanks!

[@somethingfancy100]

I love using all natural. Love this!

[@apiecemaker1163]

Does cedar count as a pine or no? We have several cedar trees is why I’m asking. We have pine also but they’re too tall for me to reach them. I’d love to try this and make one for my mom who uses vinegar to clean a lot.

[@2leelouCreates]

I'm not sure. I have never used it. I'd have to do some research on it. But my guess is that it would be fine. It might even smell a bit like cedar, too. I would only wonder if the cedar oils might be stronger for people with sensitive skin, so they'd need to make sure to use gloves.

[@apiecemaker1163]

@@2leelouCreates hmmm yeah didn’t think about that. Was just thinking they were more abundant and easier for me to get to. I think I’ll stick with the pine. Thank you. I always trust your advice because you try to do the research and do things right. I appreciate that.

[@abbylynn8872]

Cedar is an evergreen that is in the pine family. Yes you can use it. It smells just as good and works just as well.

[@SisterSanMiguel]

Ew don’t

[@anekaye4446]

IM GONNA TRY THIS. THANKS!!! DOES IT SMELL LIKE ORIGINAL PINESOL AT ALL? IM DYING TO KNOW!!!!

[@2leelouCreates]

I always add pine essential oil to make it really pine smelling.

[@cgpartistry]

Hi, did you rinse/wash the needles off before making this cleaner?

[@2leelouCreates]

No need to rinse them.

[@1TsuNami]

This is interesting and I’m sure it smells divine! But isn’t the finished product sticky after extracting, the sap would come out also, yes? 🤔

[@2leelouCreates]

No, it isn't sticky at all.

[@1TsuNami]

Fascinating! I will have to give this a try. 👍🏼

[@carolynmoody9460]

Great 👍👏👏👏MERRY CHRISTMAS ⛄🎄

[@Gremlinkitty84]

I love foraging but for informational purposes only it appears that your first jar is of Douglas fir.True pine will have 2-5 needles grouped together vrs each needle growing independently, Douglas fir needles also have a faint white line down the back of the needle. No worries pine and Douglas fir have very similar uses.

[@RG_Eph]

Can I use my Christmas tree for this? I haven’t taken it out yet 😶. It’s not taking up water anymore but will it still work?

[@2leelouCreates]

I don't see what it wouldn't as long as it's still fresh and not dried out.

[@RG_Eph]

@@2leelouCreates It’s kind of dry but not completely..would that still work? Thanks for your reply!

[@abbylynn8872]

Christmas trees are usually evergreen conifers, such as spruce, fir and pines. So yes they will work. If it's still green, but a little dry, it should work. Dried works but not as well...... think adding dried herbs to a vinegarette and how much flavor and oils are imparted. Your making a concentrate so the fresher the better.

[@Fayette123]

What a wonderful idea

[@lynnettawilliams2138]

Do u ever add any thing else to you're pine cleaner or have u like soap or anny thing

[@2leelouCreates]

Sometimes, I add Castile soap. You can also add a little dish washing liquid.

[@teresaredditt7327]

I live in McMinnville Oregon!

[@daciasdiy1861]

I made mine abd i put mine in the vinegar bottle

[@Wwedivayani22]

Can you use a plastic bottle to make this?

[@2leelouCreates]

Il use glass only. You probably could use plastic but I never have.

[@livingsimple7528]

I put half a lemon in mine and a tablespoon of sugar

[@anekaye4446]

IS IT A GOOD,. STRONG PINE SMELL???

[@2leelouCreates]

No too strong. But I add pine essential oil to give it a pine smell boost.

[@loritrotter6354]

Love this! TYVM!

[@MichaelSmith-mb1ig]

Update?

[@2leelouCreates]

I see from your other post that you found it. I'm glad you like it.