Some of the best home tricks are the simplest—and this one only needs a wooden clothespin and a few drops of essential oil.
Hanging a clothespin in your shower might sound strange at first, but once you try it, you’ll want to keep doing it. It’s an easy way to freshen the bathroom, relax your senses, and upgrade your shower into a spa-like experience.
The Simple Trick: A Scented Clothespin in the Shower
Instead of using your clothespin for laundry, this hack turns it into a natural bathroom freshener.
All you need is:
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1 wooden clothespin
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A few drops of your favorite essential oil (eucalyptus, lemon, mandarin, lavender, etc.)
How It Works
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Add a few drops of essential oil onto the wooden clothespin.
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Clip the clothespin to:
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The showerhead
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The shower curtain
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Or a rack near the shower
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When you turn on the hot water, the steam activates the essential oils, releasing a gentle aroma throughout the bathroom. The effect is:
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A fresher-smelling shower
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A light, natural fragrance (instead of harsh chemical sprays)
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A more relaxing, spa-like atmosphere
Best Essential Oils for Your Shower Clothespin
You can customize the mood depending on the oil you use:
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Eucalyptus – great for a refreshing, “spa” feel and clearing the senses
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Lemon or mandarin – bright, clean, energizing scent
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Lavender – calming and perfect for evening showers
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Peppermint – invigorating and cooling
You can refresh the clothespin with a few more drops whenever the scent starts to fade.
More Clever Uses for Wooden Clothespins Around the House
Once you start using clothespins for more than just laundry, it’s hard to stop. Here are other smart ways to reuse them:
1. Keep Cooking Utensils from Slipping
Attach a clothespin to the end of a wooden spoon or spatula handle and rest it on the edge of the pot.
👉 This stops the utensil from sliding into the pan and keeps your hands cleaner.
2. Easy Photo or Note Display
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Hang a piece of string or twine on a wall or across a shelf.
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Use clothespins to clip on:
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Photos
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Postcards
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Reminder notes
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It’s a simple, decorative way to display memories without frames or nails.
3. Seal Open Food Packages
Use clothespins to clip:
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Cereal bags
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Chip bags
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Flour or sugar bags
They help keep food fresher and protect it from air and moisture—no special clips needed.
4. Tame Tangled Cables
Wrap small cables (chargers, earbuds, USB cords) and clip them with a clothespin.
This keeps wires from turning into a messy tangle in drawers or bags.
5. Use as a Bookmark
A clothespin makes a surprisingly handy bookmark. Just clip it onto:
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The page of a book
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A printed recipe
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Important documents you don’t want to lose your place in
Tiny Object, Big Impact
A simple wooden clothespin can:
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Freshen your shower
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Help you relax with natural scents
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Keep your kitchen, pantry, and desk more organized
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Add decorative touches around your home
Now that you know this trick, you’ll never look at a basic clothespin the same way again. Next time you step into the shower, clip one on, add your favorite essential oil, and enjoy your own little steam-infused spa moment at home.
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