This pretty string of party lights is perfect for an indoor party. Made from inexpensive materials, it won’t be long before there’s one hanging in your house too! Get the scoop at Craft Happily: DIY-Dixie Cup Light Garland.… Read the rest
Archives for October 2011
Crafterminds: Networking for Crafty Bloggers
Ever felt all alone in the craft blogging world? I do… daily. I live in a rural community. When you mention blogging to someone around here, their eyes glaze over and you lose them immediately. They don’t get it. Aside … Read the rest
Mr. and Mrs. Closet Rod
There’s a spectacular, photo filled closet makeover going on here and some great inspiration for you, but my favorite element has to be the closet rod. Adorned with Mr. and Mrs. it adds a marvelous piece of personalization to the … Read the rest
Hoop Storage Bags
Ohhh I love these, I may just have to make some myself! These are so fun and you can design them with whatever color or pattern you want. You’ll definitely want to get the how to from Always a Project … Read the rest
Bat Garland
Make a spooky bat garland with this tutorial and templates. Get the how to at The Brass Paperclip Project DIY Halloween Bat Garland.… Read the rest
Glowing Boo Jars
My Chic Life made these cool jars with some etching cream, food coloring, and submersible tea lights. I love the glowing effect! Head over to My Chic Life for the tute — Booo-minaries.… Read the rest
Gold Pumpkins
Aren’t these pumpkins and gourds pretty? Head over to homework where Carolyn will explain how she did it. Make your own pretty fall centerpiece — homework: Celebrations: gold pumpkins.… Read the rest
Bandana Lanterns
These are made using vellum, not real bandanas, but the idea alone has me swooning! I’m in love with this look. Check them out over at Country Home —The Party is Here.… Read the rest
Burlap Ghost Lights
What?! Too cute! I am totally loving these little burlap ghosts, a knock from a Pottery Barn version. They are beyond cute and so easy! Get the how to at Burton Avenue Burlap Ghost Lights.… Read the rest
Edgar Allan Poe Artwork
I love the distressed look of this piece of art inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe. You can see it too over at The V Spot — Edgar Allan Poe Artwork.… Read the rest
Lighted Black Grapevine Pumpkin
You’ve seen them in the stores and the catalogs, and now you can make your own with some help from Jen over at 100 Directions. Make this beautiful project from scratch this Halloween! Black grape vine pumpkin with lights tutorial… Read the rest
Local Artisans: Honey Bee Gourds
Gourd art is around 365 days of the year, but in the fall is when we see them the most. Farmer’s markets, craft fairs and art shows. We had a beautiful weekend here in southeast Wisconsin about a week ago. … Read the rest
Eyeball Tableware
The gang at Martha Stewart are at it again. This time with some spooky eyeball tableware and bloog orange cocktail labels for your Halloween party. Get the how to on Martha’s site — Eyeball Tableware and Blood-Orange Cocktail Labels.… Read the rest
Round Mummies
Here’s a fun tutorial that’s very simple and results in a darling Halloween decoration. Easy enough to try with the kids too! Head over to Craftaphile for the how to: Halloween Decor: Mummies.… Read the rest
Spooky Burlap Runner
Ohhh! How fun is this Halloween themed burlap runner with a spooky scene? I love this, a different decoration than ones you see everyday, and the eery scene is fabulous. Head over to Mural Maker and More to get the … Read the rest