As a native New Mexican, I have always fought the great fight against dry skin. Moving to California has helped tremendously, but in the winter months the fight still lives on. In addition to dry skin, I have mild skin allergies which limit my use of most yummy smelling, mass-produced skincare products. My latest ally is this coffee and coconut oil body scrub from Pure Ella. 
It’s effective and it smells delicious. I have been using this body scrub a few times a week for about a month now and have nothing bad say about it. My skin feels so much healthier than before, it’s not dull or tight and no more dry patches. Plus the smell of coffee fills the shower, the perfect way to wake up. The caffeine from the coffee is supposed to be skin firming, Ella gives a good explanation for this. I haven’t really noticed, but I’d recommend it regardless.
When it’s cold it can be a little difficult to get out of the container, so I keep a spoon with it. It melts with the warmth of your hands and spreads on easily.
I’m about to run out of my first batch and I will definitely be making more. With the next round, I may add a touch of cinnamon to play with the aroma.
Just add some washi tape around the edge and you’re ready to send it. I suggest using a white paint marker or metallic Sharpie for addressing darker pages.
I also used a couple pages to line envelopes I had on hand. Simply trace the envelope on the image, cut it out, slide into the envelope, and the secure it to the flap with a line of glue.
I’m really proud of this space and all I can think about is making it better. I want to keep a more regular posting schedule and get ahead on posts, how great would it be to have things put together a week or two in advance? I also want to improve my blog photography, particularly staging and layout.
Practice makes better, right? I want to try a 365 photo project, maybe one with prompts like 
Last year I got into the habit of regularly trying new recipes by starting to cook through 
Since I graduated college, I have finished a pathetic number of books. This has to change. Here are a few titles already on my bookshelf to get me started. I’d love recommendations, read anything good lately?
Now that everything is all wrapped up. Use a dab of glue to secure the end. Then cut a couple small leaves from the construction paper and glue them over the end and glue the button on top of the leaves. Let it dry and it’s ready to be unwrapped!
Then draw the cover. Cut to size and glue on the top.
Making Mondays 