face it!

I have been in a cleaning mode...as many of us this time of year...

I found some organic cotton skeins of yarn and decided to make washcloths yesterday.

What goes well with washcloths, but a facial!

so I made a refreshing facial cleanser with carrots, honey & water.

(when some drips on your shirt-

you can lick it off with no worries!)

Both the recipe and pattern I found in June/July 2009 of MaryJane'sFarm magazine.

This magazine is amazing.... I get them from my mom when she is done with them (she promises a subscription.... hint. hint. mom!) I dissect these magazines like crazy! I love them.

Pattern for the washcloths (EASY!!!!)

size 7 needles

1 skein of %100 cotton yarn

(makes a 7x9 cloth)

cast on 35 stitches.

knit all rows to 50 rows.

cast off and weave in loose ends.

recipe for facial mask (carrot healing mask)

peel 3 carrots and steam until soft.

Mash the carrots to a fine paste and add 2 Tbs. of honey.

For a smoother texture add a small amount of water.

for dry skin- add 2 Tbs. olive oil.

for oily skin- add 1 tsp. of fresh lemon juice.

Simply wash your face with warm water and pat dry. Apply mask to area and let sit for 15 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.