I often seek out crafts that are easy enough my kids could make them, and with little instruction from me. The Vanilla Pumpkin Spice Scrub is just such a craft. This all natural sugar scrub can be made in about FIVE minutes (which means it is also a great last-minute gift idea!).
I am not typically drawn to seasonal flavorings or scents, but as the weather has cooled this week, and the sun begins to set earlier, a primal instinct within me is craving all things Autumn. Whether it's Sukkot, Fall, pumpkins, or Halloween... It's all the same at our house anyway.
I never buy Pumpkin Spice. I know, I know. How can I make Vanilla Pumpkin Spice Scrub without the Pumpkin Spice? Well, I happen to have the following ingredients stocked in my kitchen year round: Cinnamon, Allspice, Nutmeg, and Ginger. I blend these to create my own Pumpkin Spice.
For an 8 ounce container of sugar scrub, simply mix together 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup Grapeseed (or other carrier) Oil, 2 tsp. Vanilla Extract, and 2 tsp. Pumpkin Pie Spice. That's it! It is super easy to make, and the smell is out of this world. When I whipped this together this morning, my husband commented that it smelled like "cookies in the kitchen".
If you are giving this as a gift, remember to visit www.avery.com to check out their adorable selection of labels. I do not print on their labels because my printer can not seem to line them up properly. I chose to eliminate the stress it caused and instead, print on cardstock, and use a circular punch to fit my canning lids. I always package scrubs in Ball Mason Jars. They are economical, and can be repurposed by the lucky recipient.
If you have any questions, or are interested in hosting an Autumn Craft Party where you and your guests make this delightful sugar scrub, please contact caughtredthreaded@gmail.com.
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