I created a new page of Halloween projects to make along with some handmade Halloween items to buy if you’re not feeling all that crafty. You can find it here or click on the link in the sidebar. I’ll be updating it regularly and welcome suggestions. I’ve been having fun trying out my new Adobe …
I made this banner from felt and backed it with fall-colored fabric remnants. I just cut out the felt triangles and backing fabric, embroidered the letters and sewed them together with a quick overcasting stitch and connected with ribbon. This was a quick and easy project and another good one for those fabric leftovers. …
Creepy, isn’t it? October always is always a busy month for us. With Quilt Market, a trip to Portland, and Halloween costumes and events, we’re having an extra busy year. My daughter’s fourth grade girl scout troop made this scarecrow “Ghoul Scout” for the Atlanta Botanical Garden. She actually turned out a bit creepier than …
Balloon Jack o’ Lanterns from Martha Stewart. Forest Path Quilt Pattern from Christina Lane for Sew, Mama, Sew. Cat Embroidery Floss Holders from Little White Whale. Twig Earrings from Alisa Burke. Cereal Box Spooky Houses from Handmade Charlotte. Shake It Confetti Wrap from Mini-Eco.
Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume idea? Or pretty wall decorations for a child’s room? Photo props? Danielle of Kitschy Digitals wrote to me about her new line of printable masks. They are so cute! Dress up your kid as a scarecrow (flannel shirt, overalls, hay coming from arms and legs) and use the mask …
