Isn't she a sight? We've been calling her the Queen of Skulls candy dish around my house. I wanted something shabby yet elegant, spooky but not to scary, and I think she delivers. (This post first appeared on Mod Podge Rocks!) For this project you'll need: lace a plate 3 inch candlestick paper mache skull (Michael's) sheet music paper Mod Podge: Glitter, Shimmer, and Paper First up: prep the lace. I dug into my vintage lace stash, but any lace ribbon would work, too. Place … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2012
Make a Creepy Candy Bowl for Halloween
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! Make your own creepy candy bowl to scare trick or treaters with at Halloween. (This post was initially published at Crafts Unleashed.) Supplies: Clear, Deep 4 quart bowl - 11 inches Silver spray paint Black Acrylic paint Plastic spiders Paper Mache Hand Display with Base Green spray paint Mod Podge … [Read more...]
Walking Treat Bowls
Come see me at Dollar Store Crafts to learn how to make this easy and fun project! … [Read more...]
Box of Awesomeness
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 … [Read more...]
Make a Vintage Lace Mini Crown
No fabric stiffener? No problem! Here's a different way to make a crown using vintage lace! I'm stash-busting, meaning that I am on a mission to use up what I have! I love the tiny lace crowns I've seen in the blogosphere, and while I have a nice stash of old lace, I didn't have any fabric stiffener. Mod Podge to the rescue! I started with a crochet lace collar because I thought the width and shape would look good for a crown. 1. Place the lace on freezer paper. 2. Apply a … [Read more...]
Make Silly Scary Face Cupcakes!
Here are some quick, fun ideas for decorating cupcakes! They would be perfect for a Halloween or monster themed birthday party! My second son was due on Halloween (my husband affectionately referred to him in utero as The Great Pumpkin or "TGP"). He arrived 10 days early, but his birthday is close enough to Halloween that it's fun to have a costume party. I made these silly scary face cupcakes for one of his parties. To make edible "googly eyes", cut a marshmallow in half and place … [Read more...]
DIY Couples Halloween Costumes
Lots of fun DIY couples Halloween costumes to make. Looking for quick, inexpensive DIY couples Halloween costumes 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! My husband and I love to dress up for Halloween, but we usually don't start planning until the last minute. Here are some of our favorite past costumes that we threw together quickly for little to no cost! The Addams … [Read more...]
DIY Couples Costume: Popeye and Olive Oyl (and Swee’ Pea, too!)
What costume could be more perfect for a couple with a new baby at Halloween? Only Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Swee' Pea! It's hard to choose because we've had so many fun costumes over the years, but THIS is probably my favorite: Popeye and Olive Oyl! Our baby girl was just 3 months old her first Halloween; our own little Swee' Pea. Her costume was a Christmas sleep sack worn backwards over a red shirt. I sewed a strip of lace around the collar, and a white sailor cap finished the … [Read more...]
Ideas for Decorating Candlesticks
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. … [Read more...]
DIY Couples Costume: Grumpy Old Man and Woman
This has been one of our favorite couples costume to date: grumpy senior citizens! My husband and I LOVE to dress up for Halloween, but we almost always throw our costumes together at the last minute. This one was no exception, and it turned out really well, plus we got a lot of laughs. We hit several thrift stores to find our attire. That dress of mine was a steal at $3! I used bubble wrap to pad my chest and butt, threw some curlers in my hair, and applied my lipstick with my eyes … [Read more...]