FIVE Halloween Decorations Needing THREE Supplies Or Less

Halloween is by far my favorite holiday of the year. Not only do you get to wear a cool costume and pass out candy but it also signifies a change in the season. All the amazing fall colors and cooler weather that make you want to stay inside and get your craft on! Not to mention that it also signifies the end of all my weekend yard work. Even better!

It is not too much longer before the little goblins and princesses hit the streets for Tricks or Treats. Get into the spirit! Here's some easy ideas for decorations that require three supplies or less. That is my kind of craft!

Mummy Blocks

Have some old scraps of wood blocks laying around? Why not turn them into scary mummies! Super easy to make with very few supplies needed. It calls for 2x4 wood scraps but I think if you vary them in height it would make a more interesting display.

For complete instructions on how to make, click here.

Ghosts

These spooky creatures are the perfect party decoration, as they will take up a lot of floor space.  I never would have thought to use paper-bells in this way. So cool! 

For complete instructions on how to make, click here.

 Specimen Jars

This is one of my creations. I have planned many a Mad Scientist party and these are always the hit of the whole shebang. Simply fill a jar with water and add food coloring of your choice. Then place a creepy toy inside (bug, body part, monster, etc.). Let the madness begin!

Ribbon Wreath

This wreath will add a very elegant touch to your door. No sewing required – just tie ribbons into bows around a wire wreath frame.

For complete instructions on how to make, click here.

Tombstone Cupcake Toppers

Make the Hollow evening’s end a sweet one with these eerie tombstone cupcake topped printouts from Chickabug. Bonus: they come with a sweet graveyard cupcake recipe, the perfect treat to sink your teeth into.

For complete instructions on how to make, click here.

{Do It Yourself} Tulle and Doily Pom-poms

I am a lover of simple, easy, DIY projects that make a huge impact on a party. Pom-poms have become one of the most popular ways to decorate birthday parties, baby showers and weddings these days and for good reason. They can be big or small, one color or lots of colors, they are cheap to make and also pretty quick as well.

While tissue paper pom-poms are the most popular, today I wanted to show you how to make my two favorite lesser known versions: Doliy and Tulle pom-poms. Both are super girly and oh so, so pretty!

Tulle Pom-poms
Makes: 3
How long it will take: 1 hour
What you will need: 
- 36 yards of six-inch wide tulle
- ribbon (cut to length needed to hang the pom-poms)
- scissors
- 8” wide book (for wrapping)

Step 1: Cut three eight-inch strips of tulle and set aside for now. 

Step 2: Create a tulle jellyroll by wrapping tulle around the book 20-25 times. 

Step 3: Carefully slide the jellyroll off of the book, holding it so that it keeps its shape.

Step 4: Using the eight-inch strips of tulle made in Step 1, tie the jellyroll together in the middle (it should resemble a bow). Then take the ribbon and tie one end  on top of the tulle strip as tight as you can. The other end will be used to hang the pom-pom.

Step 5: A) Use scissors to cut apart the edges of the tulle so that they are now separate layers. B) Hold one side flat on a hard surface and trim the edges of the tulle so that it’s even. Repeat for the other side. 

Step 6: Pull the layers apart and fluff to create a full pom-pom. If needed, trim the edges some more until desired look is reached.

Tip: Based on the size of the tulle pom-pom you prefer, use a smaller or bigger book.

Doily Pom-pom

How long it will take: 1 hour
What you will need: 
- 36 eight-inch doilies
- ribbon
- scissors
- six brad fasteners

Step 1: Cut ribbon the length you will need to suspend them.

Step 2: Stack doilies into six groups of six.

Step 3: Hold one of the group of doilies in your hand and use tip of scissors to carefully puncture a small hole into the center of the stack. Insert a brad fastener into the hole and clamp down the ends. Repeat for additional groups.

Step 4: Gently cup the first doily into your hand and pull up so that it forms a flower. Repeat with next two layers. Turn the stack over and do the same with the other three doilies so that the doilies form two sides.

Step 5: Repeat Step 4 with remaining groups.

Step 6: Hold two of the groups together side-by-side.Tie together in the center so that the ribbon adheres the two groups as one. In other words, you are tying them together side-by-side.

Step 7: Fluff the pom-pom up until desired look is reached.

To purchase the polka dot doilies shown, go to www.shopsweetlulu.com

FREE Back to School Printable

Hey everyone! Today I wanted to share a free back to school printable.  The lunch box printables are an easy way to make your children’s first day back to school a memorable one. School lunches were always special for me growing up…I loved getting little treats and notes from my mom in my lunch box. So I thought it would be fun to share some prints for you to make back to school lunch more fun for your kids.  Includes one for SMARTIES and one for Hershey's Kisses (because even kids tastes in candy vary). Just cut out and attach candy to the printable using double-side tape.  Then hide in your child's lunch box when they aren't looking! 

Also included is a teacher's appreciation gift. All you need is a normal sized Altoids Mints tin.  It is a cheap and easy way to start the year off right!  Just cut out and attach to the top of the tin using double-sided tape.

*I recommend that you print on photo paper.

Download here.