The entire point of me putting together this NEW blog was to bring you, my adoring fans, uncomplicated tips to make life easier. I was pleased to find in my inbox this morning some really easy crafty crap, that even I am capable of doing for this Halloween’s festivities; and lucky for us these ideas are so easy, being sober not required!
From scrapbooking etc, these little boxes would be a breeze to make. Take any small box from around the house, an old strawberry crate or food take out container (like a chinese take out container and cut off the top.) Wrap it in gauze or construction paper and use for sweet treats for party favors, employee gifts or entertaining and silly tablescape.
Have old candles around the house? Take beads, moss, rocks, or candy and hot glue them to your candles for a frightening sentiment to guests.
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For a fun and festive buffet, entertain your guests with graveyard signs made of parchment. Gently burn edges and plop into serving dishes.
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Take a few old hangers, shape and take a stab at a round Styrofoam ball from a craft store. Glue on some eyeballs and this little critter would be great on a buffet, front porch, or hanging around the house from the ceiling with fishing line.
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As I promised, stupidly easy. And easy crafty crap to include the kids to allow more time to shake that martini shaker and fully let it chill. Gotta save time for the more important things, right?
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You are going to love WordPress. as a ghost blogger it is all I use, very easy for non-technies like me good luck!
Hooray, this is perfect for lazy bums like me – I love the parchment one (loving this new blog space too!)
Amanda,
I love your new site and the new facelift!! i know that you are excited. Love today’s craft.
Have a nice day.
Teresa
Congratulations on your new blog.
I like your ideas. They look very tasty.
We have a new black and white kid on the farm…..
Hi Amanda,
Great job, love the new site and your new banner. I kind of wonder where the heck
do you find the time
cheers
Susan
Thanks everyone for the support so glad I made the move!
Seriously–I love your new space. This blog is fab-u-lous. From the header to the “like-follow-subscribe” icons: job well done. Feel good about your move. You’re amazing.
that spider is the cutest and while you say they are stupidly easy I am not sure mine would turn out that cute. That’s why I BUY mine already made at crafts fairs etc. Is that cheating? Cute post!
Too cute and yes, soooo easy!!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Those candles spelled out with BOO are just adorable! So perfect for a Halloween party. Hope you are well.
p.s. I am having a Anthropologie giveaway if it interests you! xo
Love fun and easy decorations!! Amanda, the new blog look is soooo cute! I love it.
I can’t wait to see you in High Point!
Your blog title speaks to me xoxo
Love these ideas and I love the new blog look, Amanda! I have been overwhelmed with stuff to do this week and next ,and trying to visit blogs, but I wanted to stop in quick and give you the “thumbs up” on your blog!
Amanda, you crack me up! So funny…. “crafty crap”?! HA! Love it!
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