The holiday season is moments away, and why not impress yourself and your loved ones with thoughtful, homemade gifts this year.  If you want to learn a new skill and spend more quality time with friends and family, Caught Red Threaded has the perfect idea for you.  You can H ost Your Own Craft Party !  It's as simple as an email to caughtredthreaded@gmail.com .

A week ago, a photo of an incredible Detox Body Scrub posted to the Caught Red Threaded Facebook page.  This is available for purchase, however, there's the old saying, "Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day.  Teach a man to fish, he'll eat for a lifetime."  With that in mind, here's your guide to creating this delight at home.  If you don't want the mess at your house, but still want to learn a new craft, contact me at caughtredthreaded@gmail.com to schedule a private lesson. The first thing you want to do is gather your supplies.  The ingredient list is intended to make enough for one 8 ounce jar.   Ingredients: 4 oz. coffee grounds 4 oz. epsom salt 10 drops tea tree essential oil jojoba (or other carrier oil) to cover jar or other storage container The brand of coffee is insignificant to this recipe.  If you have a preference, or a blend you prefer, then that's what you should use.  If you aren't a coffee drinker,

Clean and dry all jars or storage vessels before you begin.  One jar of Kirkland Organic Coconut Oil fills between 8-10 4 ounce Ball Canning Jars.   For best results, use a mixer with a whisk attachment.  A food processor will work as well, using the S blade attachment.   Any organic coconut oil works well for this project.  If you have a membership to Costco, purchasing their coconut oil is recommended.  They offer the best price/ounce. Coconut oil is very hard when it's placed in the mixer.  After 5 minutes on medium speed with a whisk attachment, the coconut oil transforms into a fluffy, whipped consistency.  Keep in mind that coconut oil will melt when it comes in contact with body temperature.  If you keep your house warm (above 75 degrees), it will be looser.  The cooler the indoor temperature, the harder the oil will be.   Fill your prepped jars.  I fill mine nearly to the top.  It is possible to fill them just to the bottom ring of the lid, but