Halloween Crafting: Dollar Tree Mini Stackable Pumpkins Mackenzie Childs Treatment

 

In last week's party, I featured some Mackenzie-Childs-inspired pumpkins shared by Master Pieces of My Life, which in turn inspired me to make some. Actually, make some more because I did these a few years ago:

This time around, I used the Mini Stackable Pumpkins from Dollar Tree. I've always loved the signature black and white. 

Supplies:

• Mini Stackable Pumpkins (Dollar Tree)
• Multi-Surface Acrylic Paint
• Metallic Gold Paint Pen

Have you seen these mini-stacked pumpkins? They're perfectly tabletop-sized. Naturally, I had to buy more than one set!

This was pretty quick and basic. I thought I took more in-process pictures than I did then realized it's because there's not that much to them! 

Here are the pumpkins separated. I decided to do the top and bottom the same just following the natural lines, and then do the checkerboard in the middle. I did this all freehand, which is how the originals are painted, although my hand is not as steady as the experts! To begin, I painted all three components white with Folk Art Multi-Surface paint in Titanium White. 

The stripes were pretty easy. Not perfect, but easy! For the checkerboard, I just eyeballed and tried to be consistent. If you want more opacity, you could paint the insides, but I was lazy. To finish, I grabbed a gold paint pen and went over the black lines and checkerboard squares. 

And now, I have a new centerpiece for my island Halloween display!

BTW, have you seen the stackable pumpkins they have with the fox on top instead of a pumpkin? I'm not saying I'll have to go back and get that. I'm absolutely NOT saying that. No. Nope. 👀

BFF Open House

 

Happy Friday Eve, all, and Happy Fall Y'all!! 

And happy birthday to my two oldest (as in how long I've known them!) friends who share the same birthday tomorrow, and to another dear friend, whose birthday is today! I share a birthday month with some amazing women. 

Hope you've all had a creative week. Started haunting my halls, which to normal people is early, but to "us types" is LATE. HA HA. Already seeing Christmas popping up. 

This week I shared:

Blinged Out Pumpkin Pail 

I've also been working on some new ornaments to add to my Halloween tree, and Mr. Chocolate is pretending he didn't hear me say I need a bigger one. 

Lots of wonderful Fall inspiration was shared at last week's party, so let's take a look at some ideas! 

Building Our Hive shared a beautiful Day of the Dead Wreath. Living in the Southwest, this tradition is huge here, and I really love what it represents, plus all of the art around it. 

Ann's Entitled Life shared this equally beautiful Fall Lantern Swag, which can last now through November! 

If you love Mackenzie-Childs' style but not the prices, Master Pieces of My Life shows you how to achieve the look for less. And while signature black and white is well known, I was in Dillards last week, and they have a collection in various colors, inspiring us to branch out if this isn't your palette. 

Finally, how perfect are these No Bake Acorn Cookies from Cindy's Online Recipe Box? 

Thanks as always to all who linked up! Let's see what's in store this week. 

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Halloween Crafting: Blinged Pumpkin Pail

 

Diamond Art, Bedazzeld Things, Blingy Things, are everywhere. And for someone who loves her some bling I wanted to play! Transform a plain pumpkin bucket with some paint and rhinestones! 

Supplies:

• Pumpkin Trick or Treat Pail (Walmart)
• Multi-Surface Acrylic Paint (Michaels)
• Apple Barrel White Painte Pen (Walmart)
• Rhinestone Sorting Trays (Amazon)
• Rhinestones and Rhinestone Picker (Amazon)

I figured what better way to practice my skills than with a $1.97 pumpkin pail, right? If I messed it up, no big loss. But I'm not an orange person. No shade to those who are, just..we like what we like. So I grabbed some multi-surface black paint and a sponge applicator and covered it. 

After it was covered, I outlined the eyes, nose, and face with a white paint pen. Why? 'Cause I did. That's how I roll. 

I used Clear-Gel Tacky Glue and if you're going to do any rhinestone stuff, I highly recommend getting some rhinestone sorting trays. They help get the majority of your rhinestones to lay on the flat side so you can use a tweezer or better, a rhinestone picking tool (mine are like a wax crayon with enough stickiness) to pick them up from the top and place them on your surface. 

These were, I think, $5.99 for a set of 24 that came in their own case. This way you can sort different colors easily. 

LEARNING: I learned that you want enough but not too much glue. Practice helps you figure out what you need. The first eye I did, was too much and things were slipping and sliding. 

What's up with the wax paper? I was trying to make sure all my rhinestones were flat, but a little glue oozed out so I figure some wax paper wouldn't stick to it as I flattened them down. Worked! 

I did the eyes in gold, and the teeth in clear. For the nose, I used a little triangular mirror from a package I picked up at Dollar Tree. My plan is to use it for a floral arrangement I have yet to do! Not sure why the rhinestones ghost shadowed on the pic but they're not on the pail. Guessing it's reflecting off my glass table. Anyhoo...

Off to bling some other things!

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BFF Open House Link Party

 

Happy Friday Eve, all. Happy to report that the blog issues that got resolved last week has stayed resolved! I hope everyone's moved into September smoothly, with those of you sending kids back to school settling into routines. I well remember all the school start up meetings, paperwork, class-specific things to get, etc. 

This week I shared: 

Fun Pics from "Disneyween"

DIY Witch Broom Wreath 

And you all have been busy with Fall crafting so let's take a look at some ideas! 

Steph Creates shared an adorable and easy accent piece with this simple and cute Framed Ghost idea.

 Petticoat Junktion shared a great way to Decorate Mini Pumpkins. Not all pumpkins need to be carved! 

With prime baking season revving up, if you like coffee flavor, this Coffee Buttercream Frosting Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life is a must-check-out! 

Finally, Fall is also apple season, and caramel apples are at the top of the list. This Caramel Apple Dirty Soda from Hunny I'm Home DIY should do the trick! It's alcohol free so everyone can have it.  

Thanks to everyone who linked up and can't wait to see what you've got to share this week!!

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Halloween Crafting: DIY Witch Broom Wreath

 

I previously shared the Witch Broom I made using a Dollar Tree plunger. Today I'm sharing what I did with it!

Supplies:

• Completed Witch Broom
• Wreath Form
• Decorative Mesh
• Pipe Cleaners
• Tulle
• Florals
• Skulls

I used a large wire wreath form (Dollar Tree) as my base, along with Decorative Mesh (also DT) and florals from DT and Michaels. 

Since I knew I was going to attach the broom and wanted to ensure other things were really secure on the wreath form, I added some pipe cleaners as shown so that I could use the ends to attach other elements. 

I covered the form with the decorative mesh, wrapping it so the pipe cleaner ends were still accessible. 

I used a combination of the pipe cleaner ends and some tulle to tie on the broom. Glue didn't feel like it was going to be strong enough!

I took my florals apart, then combined them how I liked in bunches, which I also used the pipe cleaner ends to attach. Once you know you're done with the pipe cleaners, trim closely, and they just blend in. 

I found this bag of Oil Skulls at Michaels, and the iridescent colors worked perfectly with my color palette. 

Then I used hot glue to add these randomly around my wreath. 

A little Goth. A little Glamour. Gothmour?

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