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PB Inspired Luminaries

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Katie over at Not Just Decorating found some cute luminaries in the Pottery Barn Kids catalog. She didn’t want to spend $8.00 a piece so she made her own! The bonus is she is providing this fun graphics for free … Read the rest

Outlet Cover Plaque

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The Spray Paint Queen recently remodeled her kitchen and replaced all of her outlet covers. What a fun way to recycle those old covers! I can see many possibilities with these covers that make perfect little frames.… Read the rest

Skeleton Magnets

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I’ve made, as many of you have probably, magnets from those flat marbles before, but these skeleton magnets are just too dang cute not to mention! I love how Katie framed the faces, so fun!… Read the rest

Raffia Pendant Light

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I remember using this method with string to make fun sculptures when I was a kid. I even made some with my kids when they were little. It never occurred to me to use raffia as a medium! What a … Read the rest

From Newspaper to Basket

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That’s right, this is made from newspaper. Cool huh? Brandy from Life of Perks made this basket from newspaper by folding and weaving. She has a great tutorial on her blog so you can make one too.… Read the rest

Hardware Chess Set

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Heather from Dollar Store Crafts features a lot of cool projects. This one was no exception. Here she found an awesome chess set made from nuts and bolts! What a great Christmas gift for that special man in your life, … Read the rest

Pumpkin Patch Yard Stake

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I’ve always wanted one of these cute garden stakes in my yard, no idea why I’ve never made one. Well Crafty Chic Mommy did and is it ever cute! She used vinyl for the lettering and her cutting machine. However, … Read the rest

Preserving Fall Leaves

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The colors of fall are so beautiful. Here’s a easy and frugal way to keep that color at bay. All you need are some leaves, an iron and some waxed paper and you are all ready to go!… Read the rest

Brown Bag Banner

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My favorite crafts are those made from items we would normally throw away or toss in the recycling bin. I love to reuse something and make it into something cool. This BOO banner is made from a brown paper bag … Read the rest

Autumn Basket for Your Door

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Add some gorgeous fall color to your front door by making a beautiful basket full of flowers. Susan over at Between Naps on the Porch made this bountiful arrangement and shows you how to make one too.… Read the rest

Ghost Globes

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I think luminaries might be my favorite craft for Halloween. I love the way they light up the dark, shining the path up your sidewalk for trick or treaters. Spooky, goofy, cute or eery, luminaries come in many different designs … Read the rest

Aluminum Foil Luminaries

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We’ve all seen the luminaries made from old vegetable cans. Parents with young children are hesitant to make these because you need to use a hammer and a nail to poke the holes in the can and the resulting holes … Read the rest

Floating Ghost

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Tuesdee over at Everyday is a Crafting Day shows you how to make this fun floating ghost. A great decoration for your Halloween arsenal, and very easy to make with minimal supplies. Sure to become of of your family’s favorite … Read the rest

Eyeball Lights

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Annie Rose took some round lantern lights and with some acrylic paint turned them into bloodshot eyes. These would be the perfect decoration for a Halloween party. I could see a string or these in one area or single lights … Read the rest