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Happy Friday Eve again already, Creative Peeps. The week blew by quickly and not gonna lie, I'm tired after having my Mom here for a few days after her pacemaker implant last week, then getting her situated back at her place, getting groceries, follow-up appointments, etc. Whine. Whine. Whine. But when you're getting older yourself...I think it's important to be honest with ourselves and not try to be heroes. So self-care and get your rest when you can! PSA: You're no good to anyone if you're laid out yourself! 

So, other than playing around in Procreate (I'll post some more printables soon) I haven't done anything creative this week. Let's take a look at some of the fun Fall inspiration shared at last week's party!

My French Twist shared these festive Tiny Paper Pumpkins, perfect for the season. Easy to make and put everywhere! 

Steph Creates shared this fun Halloween Tabletop Decor. 

Sum of Their Stories has a BRILLIANT way to repurpose an Aran-style sweater into a bag! Perfect if you have one you no longer wear but love or to pickup when out thrifting. 

Finally, Flour on My Face shared these perfect for Fall Pumpkin Spice Cake Pops, perfect as an addition to any dessert table or as takeaway treats for guests!

Thanks to all who linked up and can't wait to see what's in store this week! 

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Happy Friday Eve all! Hope you've had a great week. Temps are starting to come down here in the high desert. My new normal is, Fall is under 90 degrees! Been a busy week with unexpected news last week that my Mom needed a pacemaker which she got yesterday and made it through like a champ. So that's been my week! Hope you've all had a good one!

We're definitely in "Spooky Season" mode...full swing! So let's take a look at a few ideas from last week's party! 

Charleston Crafted share this wonderfully creepy DIY Halloween Candy Bowl. Inspired by one seen at West Elm and looks like it could have come from there! 

Equally perfect for Fall is this Fall Farmhouse Wreath shared by Hunny I'm Home DIY! 

Crazy Little Love Birds shared this DIY Fun Halloween Art. Fun to make for yourself or as a gift. 

Finally, if you're looking for a creeptacular dessert for the Halloween season, these Blood and Glass Pudding Cups from Ann's Entitled Life are perfect! 

Thanks to all who linked up. Your creativity is inspiring and at times when life gets stressful, it helps a LOT! 

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BFF Open House

 

Happy Friday Eve All! Thanks for understanding that there were no features at last week's party. We had the BEST little local getaway at the Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain Resort in Marana, AZ! SPOILED! 

It's full speed ahead to Halloween and Fall decorating season and pretty sure when I run some errands, there will be Christmas stuff in stores. I saw some a few weeks ago at Dollar Tree! 

Let's take a look at some of the wonderful ideas shared at last week's party. 

Steph Creates shared this faBOOlous Mini Cauldron idea. Whip up several! 

Crazy Little Love Birds shared these festive Air Dry Clay Placecards! 

Master Pieces of My Life shared a great tutorial on how to DIY Wedgewood Jasperware.

Finally, I know it's pumpkin spice season for all you PS lovers but for me, Fall is apple season! And this Apple Butter Caramel Toffee Strudel from Cindy's Online Recipe Box looks amazing! 

Thank you to everyone who linked up and can't wait to see what's in store this week! 

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Happy Friday Eve all! We are off on a little getaway to one of our fabulous resorts for a bit of relaxation so this week it's all party and no features. Hope everyone's September is off to a good start!

I did share some "Coffee-Ween" printables this week you can find here!

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Fun Halloween Coffee Printables: Creative Fabrica and Procreate

 

Happy September! You know what that means...Full on Halloween time! I've been having too much fun with my Creative Fabrica subscription and Procreate so here are some Printables to share! 

My creativity is fueled by iced-mochas so combining Halloween and coffee was a no brainer! Also me: 

Who says a ghost can't also be a fashionista?!

Self-explanatory! You can download here. Free for personal use but would love to see if you use! Please email  if you have issues accessing! 

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BFF Open House

 

Happy Friday Eve again already because where did this week go and what did I get done besides not much?! Not because I was busy with something but because I have no clue where this week went. 

I do have another workshop I signed up for that I'm excited about and thought I'd share. With the holidays approaching and peak gift giving time, if you have a Cricut you underuse or have been thinking about getting one, here's a wonderful opportunity to learn more. I have no connection to this other than I've taken previous workshops hosted by Abbi and they're always fantastic! 

SEPTEMBER 23rd - 27th

Sign up for FREE here

It will include "50+ inspiring handmade Cricut gift projects, card, bow, and wrapping workshops for all skill levels"

I did share my DIY Haunted House, made with two Dollar Tree signs and a wood base from DT. 

Now, let's take a look at some great ideas shared at last week's party! 

Crazy Little Lovebirds shared a wonderful way to welcome Fall with this Thankful Sign. 

The Apple Street Cottage shared this gorgeous Wine Bottle Windchime! Speaking of gift giving season, make a few of these! 

Hunny I'm Home DIY shared these Rae Dunn-inspired Farmhouse Pumpkins.

And before we say goodbye to Summer, what screams Summer but an Ice Cream Sandwich? Make your own with help from Cindy's Online Recipe Box. Sugar Free recipe too! 

Thanks to everyone who linked up and wishing everyone a Happy Labor Day Weekend! 

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Halloween: DIY Haunted House

 

Back on my Halloween crafting! I "built" my own Haunted House using a few supplies from Dollar Tree, paint, and frames from my stash. 

Supplies

• Wood Haunted House Signs (Dollar Tree)
• Wood Plank (Dollar Tree)
• Multi Surface Acrylic Craft Paint (Craft Smart, Michaels)
• Folk Art Metallic Paint (Walmart)
• Hot Glue and Tacky Glue

I had these Haunted House wood signs in my stash from last year, and I was smart enough to have picked up a wood plaque I found at Dollar Tree. My brain came up with the idea of using them together to build a Haunted House. My plan is to put a flameless candle in the middle to give it that haunted feel.

I painted the wood plaque base with Craft Smart Multi-Surface black acrylic paint. Then I painted both house signs (both sides) with the same paint. 

After they dried and I made sure they were facing the right way, I covered the outsides with school glue.

While still tacky, I lightly brushed with the rose gold paint to create a weathered old house look. While that was drying, I got out a few small frames to use for windows and a door. 

I painted the round frames with the rose gold paint.

The "door" frame I painted first with black then dry brushed with the rose gold. 

To assemble the house, I used a combination of hot glue and tacky glue along the bottom of each side of the house then attached to the base. I find that the combination helps things stay where they're supposed to! 

I also picked up some variegated bottle brush trees at Dollar Tree that I'll add when it's time to put out but I couldn't wait to share. These signs are ones I see year to year so hopefully if this interests you, you can find them! 

A haunting we will go...

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