Fall is my most favorite season for several reasons. I Love being able to put on a chunky sweater with my jeans and sit outside on my porch swing with yummy coffee ,a good magazine and relax. I love the sound of crunchy leave rustling down the street. I love the smell of a fire burning in someones fireplace, ( especially mine)! I guess this is why I LOVE to give gifts at this time of year . Its such a relaxing time of year for me. No stress, no rush, no crowds. So her is what a few of my dear friend are receiving this month. A little galvanized mini tub that I had to patina. It was originally way too new looking.
A tube of Honey Shea Body butter...
A pumpkin spice scented votive candle that I adorned using a crystal and silk ribbon. I just threaded it through the wholes on each side and tied it in a pretty bow in the back...
And a little jar of Pumpkin Papaya facial mask. Yep I made it from scratch! I got the recipe on line and mixed up a batch. I must admit it works amazingly. My face was so soft afterwords. Just apply and let sit for 10-15 mins. and rinse.
Pumpkin Papaya Mask
2/3 C fresh papaya, mashed
150z pure pumpkin pure
1 beaten egg
Mash papaya and add a beaten egg ( frothy), add pumpkin and mix all ingredient well. Apply to clean face and leave for 10-15 mins. The enzymes go to work right away. You may feel a slight tingle as they work. Rinse with cold water. Keep refrigerated.
Candle, tub, Jar ( Love the jar. It has a bit of chalk board paint on the front for personalizing) ,Shea butter all from World Market.
What lucky friends ;-) ....and, what a beautiful presentation.....very clever !!
Posted by: Rosie | October 04, 2007 at 06:30 PM
MMM what a yummy basket. I think I'll send some gifts out. What a nice blog!
Posted by: Gabreial | October 04, 2007 at 06:55 PM
Lucky, Lucky friends:)I expect to see you on QVC one day with your own Beauty line:)
Blessings:)
Carol
Posted by: Raised In Cotton | October 04, 2007 at 07:14 PM
you did a beautiful job in styling these gift baskets.
Happy Fall!
Posted by: Carolyn Peeler | October 04, 2007 at 08:32 PM
Traciiiiii,
Thank you so much for my tub of goodies, you had no idea what I was going through this morning, then here you are come along with this basket sure made my day! The pumpkin papaya face mask is wonderful, I didnt know whether to eat it or put it on my face! lol My face is tingling right now as I type this around 9ish, might say I'm feeling pretty good. Does a facial and neck massage goes with the tub of basket! hehehhe, anyhow thank you for thinking of me, got your back next time!!! see you tomorrow with my beautiful face that light up your morning everyday!!!!
Posted by: Lourdes | October 04, 2007 at 09:33 PM
Ooohhh! Thanks for the recipe. I gotta try that.
Posted by: sondra | October 05, 2007 at 10:43 AM
Ooh, we're friends right? I'll wait for you to show up on my door.
;)
sandi
Posted by: Sandi Henderson | October 05, 2007 at 10:58 AM
what a yummy gift tin!
do you ever sleep girl?
thanks for the face mask recipe too!
xo
Posted by: paige | October 05, 2007 at 05:31 PM
Ok my beauty guru! I guess I am gonna have to break out the maxmaster 2000 and whip a bit of this up. your last recommendation on the OPI was dead on. I got a bottle earlier this week, and I will be one finely coiffed diva soon!!
Posted by: dede warren | October 06, 2007 at 06:58 AM
I just found your blog and am so excited! I love homemade recipes for pampering ME!!!!
Mmmm pumpkin is my favorite smell this time of year too!
I just made pumpkin chocolate chip cookies that are too die for yummy!
Thanks for the recipe!
Hugz, Dolly
P.S. love the white skirt! :-)
Posted by: Dolly~From my CHERRY heart | October 07, 2007 at 08:46 AM
What lucky friends you have. This is such a thoughtful wonderful gift. Thanks for sharing the facial recipe I am going to give it a try. Where did you get the honey shea body butter?
Teresa
xo
Posted by: Teresa | October 07, 2007 at 11:36 AM
Wow, this is so lovely!
I know what you mean about fall - it just makes one feel so productive and generous and wonderful. I bet you are everyone's favorite friend, lately!
And thank you for posting this wonderful recipe! I love trying new concoctions on my skin, and this one is just so autumnal - I can't wait to mix up a batch.
Love,
Sarah
Posted by: Strange Bird | October 07, 2007 at 06:49 PM
OOOH, ooooh- Can we be your friends???!!! We want someone to make such fabulous gifts for us! Love the special touches and arrangement! Wonderful work...we are off to buy pumpkin and papaya...
blessings,
kari & kijsa
Posted by: kariandkijsa | October 07, 2007 at 08:02 PM
Another great tip!! Cant wait to make it and share it! Still havent been able to find the nail fixer. Laurie
Posted by: LAURIE | October 08, 2007 at 03:47 PM
Tracy,
Finally, now I can email you! I absolutely LOVE the fall gifts you put together for me. The facial cream is literally good enough to eat. You are always so thoughful. Thanks for thinking of me!!
Carlene
Posted by: Carlene | October 10, 2007 at 08:29 PM
lovely gifts! Where on earth did you find the galvanized tubs?! Cute!
Posted by: Lori | October 12, 2007 at 02:49 AM