Halloween Cards

I finally get to show off my Halloween cards.  I had to make sure that everyone received them before posting them on my blog.  Cards are not really my forte . . . it's hard for me to work in such a small space and I don't get to jazzy on each card because I end up making so many . . . gets a little tedious. I made about 20 or so.  Not one card is "exactly" the same.  I am pretty certain that these are the best Halloween cards that I have made.  Of course, I purchase WAY too many supplies!

I even like to decorate the inside a wee bit!

I {heart} Topiaries!

Remember the vase that was from my mini bedroom redo?  There wasn't a plan for the $8 bargain.  But when I saw this topiary tutorial  over at Thrifty Decor Chick, I knew it was perfect. (She has some other great topiary ideas in that post too!)  I admit, I didn't think it was going to turn out as good as hers was but with little time the project was complete and easy!  It adds just the right touch in the master bedroom.

Texas A&M Necklace, Whoop!

Most of my friends and myself, graduated from Texas A&M University.  Oh how we love being Aggies and we sure do love some Aggie football!  (Okay, let's leave out the part that the Aggies do not win often.)  Every Aggie has an undying love & pride for Texas A&M, no matter the score.  The famous quote is "From the outside looking in, you can't understand it. From the inside out, you can't explain it."  Yeah, it really is like a cult. {j/k}  LOL

Any who, Mrs. D and her husband still attend a lot of the football games.  Of course, being in Texas you have to have to most snazzy-est jewelry ever.  An Aggie rosette necklace was the perfect birthday gift for Mrs. D.  She will be stylin' at the games!

Trick Or Treat Bags

My final and last Halloween project for this year.  Oh there were so many fabulous ideas that I saw and totally wanted to make more decor, but time is out.

I found these simple black bags at Micheal's for only a $1!  I already had all of the supplies to make them super snazzy.  Of course, with no children, Mrs. Rooster's kids get to benefit from my craftyness.  They totally think I am the bomb (dot) com! LOL  Did I really just say that?! 

I used the same technique from these tote bags that I did back in June.  A tight zig zag stitch on the "B" and then a straight stitch on the "T"

"iFriend Friday" Over at Parenty By Dummies

Check out my iFriend Friday post over at Parenting By Dummies. There's a little readin' about me and of course, some Halloween ideas too!  If you're not a follower of Parenting By Dummies, you really should be. Dumb Mom is HILARIOUS & very real too.  I am totally diggin' on her blog.

Here is how Dumb Mom started out my post . .  . . (If you know me, it TOTALLY fits!)

Pumpkins are orange.
Ghosts are white.
Prepare yourself
for a spooky fright.
Not Halloween,
my silly mate.
The day you say,
“I think I’m late!”
Your life will change
Nothing the same.
When you join in,
the mommy game.
Some things will be better.
Some things will be worse.
When you go from a Coach clutch,
to a mommy purse.
So, welcome our ifriend
to the blog today,
she’s not a mom yet,
so don’t chase her away!

Girl Birthday Outfit

I was thrilled when an old high school friend contacted me to make her little girl a one year birthday outfit.  The Mom picked out a pink and brown color scheme, which is super cute and popular right now.  I am really excited on how the whole outfit turned out; especially since this was my first one.  The hat is actually attached to a headband & is stuffed like a pillow.

Isn't this one of the cutest babies ever!

Now that I have made a birthday outfit, I informed Mrs. Rooster, that her girls WILL have birthday outfits for their birthdays next year.  Oh I am dying to make another!

Gift for Me?! & Super Fabulous Pumpkin!

I hardly ever receive handmade items because I am usually the crafty friend passing out the handmade items.  So you can image that I was thrilled when a friend from Bible study brought me this super fabulous Halloween decor sign.  I wish I had her talent, looks like she has some free handing painting & the bingo card is just perfect!  I hung it on the door handle of the guest bedroom. 

 

I have seen some pretty fabulous pumpkins in blog land but I found my favorite pumpkin on my personal Facebook page.  An old high school friend decorated this Finding Nemo pumpkin.  Isn't it SUPER!! I just can't get over how flippin' cute it is.  Totally creative!  Imagine if you did Nemo's friends too!

Halloween Apothecary Jars

Oh how we all love apothecary jars! Including me! They are so freakin' fabulous and so fun to fill up with random objects.  The number one reason why I like them is because they are good for all seasons and holidays.  I first saw DIY apothecary jars over at Shanty 2 Chic; these ladies are fabulous!  I became inspired by Ashley's tutorial and made my own version. 

 Tip: I wasn't able to find candle sticks in varying heights and besides, have you seen the price on the candle sticks?! They are like $3! (I know, I am too cheap . . . but I need all the money for more projects! LOL)  I found a bag of (6) 1 7/8" candle sticks for $2.99!! I was able to glue them together and make varying heights.