How to Make Lavender Sachets with Charm Squares

Looking for a quick and satisfying sewing project that smells as good as it looks? These DIY lavender sachets are perfect for tucking into your linen drawer, gifting with handmade quilts, or freshening up closets and gym bags. They’re beginner-friendly, kid-approved, and a fantastic way to teach future quilters how to sew a straight seam.

You'll be churning out dozens in no time—so make sure you’ve got plenty of dried lavender on hand!

What You’ll Need

• Charm squares (5″ x 5″ fabric squares)

• Dried lavender

• Mortar and pestle (or a rolling pin + plastic bag)

• Neutral-colored thread

• Sewing machine

• Iron

Step 1: Crush the Lavender

Dried lavender smells heavenly, but the fragrance intensifies when the buds are crushed. Use a mortar and pestle to break them down. If you don’t have one, pop the lavender into a ziplock bag and give it a few good rolls with a rolling pin.

Tip: Do this step outside or in a well-ventilated area—lavender is just as tempting to bees as it is to humans!

Step 2: Sew the Sachet

Choose two charm squares and place them right sides together. Stitch around three sides using a ¼" seam allowance, leaving one side open for filling.

Great project for kids to learn sewing basics!

Step 3: Turn and Press

Turn the sachet right side out. Use a chopstick or blunt tool to poke out the corners, then press it flat with an iron. This helps define the square shape and makes it easier to finish later.

Step 4: Optional Topstitch

If you want a more finished look and to prevent lavender bits from sneaking into the seams, topstitch around the three sewn sides. This step is optional but adds a nice detail.

Step 5: Fill with Lavender

Spoon about 3 tablespoons of crushed lavender into the sachet. Adjust the amount depending on how full and fragrant you want it.

Step 6: Close the Sachet

Fold in the raw edges of the open side, then sew it closed with a straight stitch or a zigzag stitch. If you want consistency, match the stitching style you used on the other sides.

Prefer hand sewing? You can close the gap with a neat ladder stitch, though machine stitching is faster for batch-making.

Final Touch: Trim if Needed

For a polished finish, trim the edges with pinking shears or a rotary cutter to even them out.

Display or Gift Your Sachets

Your lavender sachets are now ready to use or gift! Wrap them in tissue paper, pair with a handmade quilt, or add a ribbon for a charming presentation.

Bonus Idea: Use Up Fabric Scraps

These sachets are also a great scrap-busting project. Mix and match fabric prints for a patchwork vibe, or go for coordinated sets using precuts.

Looking for another quick project? Check out our Notebook Cover Tutorial!