What to do with lavender?

I have a bunch of fresh lavender growing in the backyard, what are some things I can do with it?

What to do with lavender?
Internal use: Tea: 1 to 2 tsp whole herb per cup of water. Allow to steep for 3-5 minutes or even up to 15 minutes. Soothes tension and helps insomnia.



External use: inhalation: dried flowers in 2 to 3 cups of boiling water; inhale vapors for headache, depression, or insomnia.



Topical application: lavender water can be safely applied. Pour 3/4 cups boiling water over 3 Tablespoons dried lavender flowers or buds. Let cool and strain. Can be sprinkled on your pillow for a good night's sleep, or applied to skin to cool, soothe and refresh.



Lavender Bath and Oatmeal: place into a muslin bag or multiple thicknesses of cheesecloth, two tablespoons each of lavender buds or flowers, and freshly ground oatmeal (whirl in blender). Tie tightly with a long piece of string or ribbon. Attach the bag to the bathtup spigot, so the bag hangs below the water level. While bathing, rub the bag on the skin to soothe dry, itchy, achy spots. Very relaxing!
Reply:You can put it into a little mesh bag and put it in your linen closet to freshen up towels, or tie it tightly together and display it in a basket in your bathroom, bedroom, etc.



Lavender also promotes sleep, good to keep by the bed! If you sew, you can put dried lavender into a small pillow and keep under your pillow to promote sleep.
Reply:Dry it and sew small pillow cases to put it in. Sleep on it or keep it in your room. It is calming.
Reply:sachets, dried arrangements, potpourri, and even some recipes contain lavender.....you could also (if you're ambitious) try to press it for the oil and make your own essential oils.