Monday, September 29, 2008

Halloween Decor

So I got a boost of energy and decided to make a Halloween centerpiece for my kitchen table. It was so easy (Obviously if I can do it) So here it is, along with the steps!

This is the finished project. It also says "boo" on the back as well, that way on your kitchen table you can see it from both directions.

Step 1:
Paint 4 terracotta pots or metal buckets and two long dowels (that is what you stick into the pot with the "boo" on it. I used black spray paint, and a helper is also optional (I am not sure if I recommend it!)


Step 2:
I cut out a 4x4 square from green card stock, then 3 3/4x3 3/4 black and glued them together, don't skimp on the glue, you need them to be really well fastened. Then I cut out white ghosts, I thought it was cute with them staggered, but you can do 4 ghosts, or just 1. I put "googly" eyes on them to make them cute. Also hot glue your ribbon around the middle of the pot.


Step 3:
Embellishing time. I used chip board for my "boo" but for those who have a cricket, you could use that, then I just added ribbon here and there to make it pop.


Step 4:
I used floral foam and Spanish moss to finish them off. Just put a little hot glue in the bottom of the pot, then put the stick in and shove moss around it cover, and make it look even cuter! Have fun!

9 comments:

Kimberly said...

I love it! So Creative and So Cute!

JeSs said...

so fun! Very cute! You should have your own craft classes!

Letterpress said...

These are darling! I think they are better than what was on my crafty email I sent--very creative.

A good ending for a long day.
love,
Mom

Becky said...

I just think you should make them for me!! :) LOL

Jill said...

I so love it!! YOu are so good at that stuff. Where are you when I need you to decorate mi casa??

Treasuring Life's Little Moments... said...

I have to agree with my smart sis-in-law...maybe you can just make two more of them! :) HA! It turned out SO cute! I love it! You are so crafty!

Stephens Family said...

good job Barb! You truly are an inspiration to me.

Jamiecrafts said...

also really cute. i may have to copy it ;)

savannah said...

I love them sooo...I made some too. THANKS for the idea.