Get Your Halloween On!

CRAFTS-DIY-DECOR· CRICUT PROJECTS· HALLOWEEN

I’m still unpacking boxes (prepping for a yard sale) and came across some foam pumpkins and burlap I bought last year at the dollar store. The wheels started turning. So, since the house is trashed anyway and I needed a break from that mess, I thought I would make a new mess. I had this galvanized flower bucket lying around and some gardening burlap so I gathered a few more materials and got my Halloween on!

Materials:

3 Styrofoam pumpkins

1 galvanized flower bucket

(you can really use any container-flower pots, baskets, etc)

3 marshmallow roasting sticks

(you will cut these to the proper height for your container)

Some burlap or other fabric that you can easily poke holes in

Two blocks of floral foam

White paint

Twine for the stem

Glue gun

Embellishment for the pumpkins

(I used my Cricut Explore to cut out some letters and graphics, but you can use images from magazines, stickers, or freehand with a sharpie pen)

Orange wired ribbon for the bow

Step 1 – Paint Your Pumpkins.

This was the most time-intensive step because you can only paint half a pumpkin at a time and then allow it to dry. It took three coats.

Step 2 – Prepare Your Embellishment

I used my Cricut Explore to cut out the letters for “BOO” and a witch and bat motif. Set them aside for later. You can really use any embellishment you want to. Stickers, images from magazines, print your own, use jewels or glue on whatever you like.

I love my Cricut Explore–you HAVE to get one of these!

Step 3 – Glue Twine Around the Pumpkin Stem

Take your glue gun and glue twine around the stem of the pumpkin.

Step 4 – Glue Your Embellishments On

Unfortunately, my computer is having a meltdown and the photo of this step will not load. However, I simply took my glue gun and applied glue to the back of the images and letters and placed them on the pumpkin. No secrets here–slap on some glue and stick them on!

Step 5 – The Container

I filled the bottom of my container with some floral foam blocks and then stuffed the burlap loosely into the top. No gluing here so I can remove everything after Halloween and use the bucket for flowers.

Step 6 – Placing the Sticks in the bottom of the Pumpkin and the Bow

First take the pointed end of the marshmallow stick and poke a hole in the bottom of each pumpkin. Then determine the height of each pumpkin in the bucket-you want to stagger the heights. I placed the stick into the pumpkin and hot glued around it. Then I cut the stick a little at a time until I reached the height I wanted. Push the sticks into the foam (through the burlap–snip a hole in the burlap if needed .

Tie a bow and fasten it to the front of the bucket and your done!

Quick and Easy

Thanks for stopping by

Playhouse Project – Part 2

Where we left off! When we left off “Playhouse Project” last time, we had cleaned and sanitized the inside of the coop, removed the chain link fence from the run and started to lay out the porch and deck from elements of an old swingset. My daughter and the family went on vacation for Easter … Read More about Playhouse Project – Part 2

The Playhouse Project

It all started with Chickens–8 of them. They were so sweet (you haven’t lived until you’ve cuddled a chicken). Of course, the eggs were delicious too! About a year into owning them, my father-in-law became seriously ill and my husband decided that he just didn’t have the time required to care for the “girls” properly. … Read More about The Playhouse Project

Cactus and a Cool Decor Idea

I am loving how cute these faux cacti look in these small olive baskets. They came with a wall display piece that I got at one of my absolute favorite online stores, but more on that in a bit! They were super simple to make ! Let me show you how! Supplies My display piece(more … Read More about Cactus and a Cool Decor Idea

Creating with Chalk Couture! NO Artistic Talent Needed!

Hey Friends, Create with Chalk Couture -NO ARTISTIC TALENT NEEDED! Really! A few weeks ago I was introduced to a new crafting/home decor idea that has so many creative options and produces such beautiful home decor and accessories that I could not wait share it with all of you! The best part is you … Read More about Creating with Chalk Couture! NO Artistic Talent Needed!

Creative Flower Pot & Container Ideas

It’s Spring! This is my favorite time of year and coming up with new flower pot and container ideas for my yard are always top on my list! The weather hasn’t been cooperating–it feels more like winter so, instead of being outside, I am scouring the internet finding creative flower pot and container ideas. Not … Read More about Creative Flower Pot & Container Ideas

50 Farmhouse Decor Finds Under $50

50 FARMHOUSE DECOR FINDS FOR UNDER $50 I was searching the internet for some decor inspiration! My house has a definite farmhouse/cottage vibe to it and these decor pieces are so reasonably priced I could see myself buying a more than few of them for my home! I thought I would put together 50 … Read More about 50 Farmhouse Decor Finds Under $50

DIY MAKEUP REMOVER PADS

Just a quick FYI–I replaced the cotton pads with paper towel cut up to fit the container!! I made my own DIY Make-up Remover Pads and I absolutely love them! Not only do they remove all of my makeup (including waterproof mascara) easily and quickly, my skin feels incredibly soft and hydrated!! They … Read More about DIY MAKEUP REMOVER PADS

DIY Spring Tulip Wreath Decor

Spring is approaching quickly and it’s time to brighten and lighten up the house! The first place I like to “welcome spring” is my front door and this DIY Spring Tulip Wreath Decor (I use the term “wreath” loosely) does just that! And, it can do double duty as a table top piece as well! … Read More about DIY Spring Tulip Wreath Decor

DIY Drop Cloth Project Ideas

Canvas drop cloths are super cheap, super sturdy and easy to find. You can get them at home improvement stores as well as big box stores that have paint departments. They come in a bunch of different sizes too. I like to wash and bleach mine before I use them. You can find instructions on … Read More about DIY Drop Cloth Project Ideas

Make a Pom Pom Valentine Heart Wreath!

I’m not a huge Valentines Day decorator, but I do like to have a few little items to mark the holiday. This year I decided to make a Valentine’s Day Pom Pom Heart Wreath and Garland. These two projects are very easy and super fast! You can make both in less than 2 hours! … Read More about Make a Pom Pom Valentine Heart Wreath!

« It’s The Little Things!

No More Spots! »