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  1. Tuesday, October 30, 2012



    It's Tuesday!  Come visit me at Dollar Store Crafts to learn how easy it is to make this cheery fall decor!
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  2. Queen of Skulls Candy Dish

    Monday, October 29, 2012

    Isn't she a sight?  We've been calling her the Queen of Skulls around my house.  I wanted something shabby yet elegant, spooky but not to scary, and I think she delivers.  
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  3. Visit me at Crafts Unleashed to learn how to make this Pottery Barn inspired bulletin board!
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  4. Join me at THE FORUM!

    Thursday, October 25, 2012


    Take a peek at my new page!  See up there, under my header, where it says "The Forum"?  You need to go there!  :)

    What is The Forum?

    It's a community of blog readers and writers.  It's a place where we can ask questions, discuss topics, and learn from each other!

    The creative Amy at A Nest for All Seasons came up with this incredible idea,
    and I'm flattered to be one of the bloggers participating in this project.

    So click on over to The Forum and jump in.   I'd love to chat with you!
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  5. Creepy Candy Bowl

    Wednesday, October 24, 2012


    When I hand out candy at Halloween, I like to give a little trick with the treat.  This spooky hand popping out of a candy bowl is a fun way to send a shiver down someone's spine!

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  6. Come see me at Dollar Store Crafts to learn how to make this easy and fun project!
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  7. Box of Awesomeness

    Tuesday, October 23, 2012


    I am thrilled to have the opportunity to craft with Plaid Products in another Blueprint Social campaign. What products will I be creating with? Check out what was in the package I received today:  Box of Awesomeness 



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  8. Make a Vintage Lace Mini Crown

    Wednesday, October 17, 2012


     No fabric stiffener?  No problem!  Here's a different way to make a crown using vintage lace!
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  9. This vintage looking marquee letter actually lights up!  Visit me at Crafts Unleashed to learn how easy it is to make!

    http://www.craftsunleashed.com/index.php/decor/marquee-sign-letters/
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  10. DIY Resin Pendant at Dollar Store Crafts

    Tuesday, October 16, 2012


    It's Tuesday so you can find me at Dollar Store Crafts!

    Click over to learn how easy it is to make your own pendant from scratch!
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  11. Make Silly Scary Face Cupcakes!

    Monday, October 15, 2012


    Here are some quick, fun ideas for decorating cupcakes!  They would be perfect for a Halloween or monster themed birthday party!
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  12. Looking for quick, inexpensive DIY couples costume ideas?  I'm sharing some of my favorite past costumes here.  Read on to learn how easy it is to put together a costume for yourself and your sweetheart!
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  13. Trick Coffin Box at Dollar Store Crafts

    Tuesday, October 9, 2012


    Can you guess what's in these coffins?  I bet you can't!  Visit me at Dollar Store Crafts to learn more!
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  14. What costume could be more perfect for a couple with a new baby at Halloween?

    Only Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Swee' Pea!
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  15. Ideas for Decorating Candlesticks

    Friday, October 5, 2012


    I updated one of my candlesticks by removing the candle and replacing it with a skeleton from the dollar store.  Creepy fun!  To learn more about how to embellish unfinished wood candlesticks, check out this post.
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  16. I am beyond thrilled to have a guest post on another of my favorite blogs, Mod Podge Rocks!

    Learn how easy it is to make this elegant Halloween decor here!

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  17. This has been one of our favorite couple's costume to date:  grumpy senior citizens!
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  18. If you've been reading my blog for a while, you already know that I love to transform items from the dollar store.  I am ELATED to announce that I will be contributing tutorials for one of my favorite blogs, Dollar Store Crafts!  Please visit me at DSC today to learn how you can make your own pewter pumpkins.
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  19. Make Your Own Medusa Costume

    Monday, October 1, 2012


    Looking for a costume that's a head turner, but don't have a lot of time or money to spend on it?  You'll love this idea!

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