Celtic Thistle made this Dresden Plate cozy to show off her Halloween lantern.

I think every lantern could use a cozy, you? She shares how to make one. Get the tutorial.

Images credit: Celtic Thistle

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Are your kids going ‘batty’ stuck inside the house? This fun  puppet might be just the answer to keep their imaginations going! Head over to Made by Joel for the pattern and instructions.…

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Here’s another craft that you can do if you are without electricity or are in the path of Hurricane Sandy (I am hoping you are safe if you are). Under adult supervision, your children will love seeing the artistic effect that different colored wax can make on a pumpkin. Enjoy this time with your children, see how to make these …

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frankie and mrs. frankenstein kids craft

Perhaps you are hunkered down in your home with the kiddos for the next few days due to the ‘Frankenstorm’ – Sandy.  This is a craft you can do without electricity!!  Head on over to Dollar Store Mom for the tutorial.…

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furry halloween spiderI am not very fond of spiders…ESPECIALLY FURRY SPIDERS!! But for some reason, I find this little guy adorable. You can find this fun tutorial over at Love and Laundry.…

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My entire family loves to watch Despicable Me… so I was so excited to find out about Despicable Me 2 coming out this summer… How did I find out? From reading No Time For Flash Cards blog! They were asked to spread the word about the movie by coming up with a fun activity. What better activity than to …

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Sometimes the easiest crafts make the best decorations. Not only can they be completed in a hurry, but they allow kids to feel a sense of accomplishment while creating something fun! Head on over to Simple As That Blog for the tutorials.…

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Giant Eyeballs in a TreeDon’t ever say I didn’t bring you a super cheap last minute Halloween craft. Here it is. Beach balls, markers and a tree. That’s it! Check it out over at The DingaLinges: Halloween Surprise!.…

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Mummy’s Hand PropLooking for a fun and creepy project to dress up your house for Halloween? Maybe you need that little extra something for the Haunted House your hosting. This mummy’s hand prop will certainly bring out the shrieks! :) Check it out at Sew Woodsy — Mummy’s Hand Prop.…

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Macbeth Halloween Decor

Angie from The Country Chic Cottage will show you how to make some fun Halloween decor, perfect for a spooky mantle or windowsill! I love the Witch’s Spell – see how she aged the paper too. Head over to Country Chic Cottage too get the scoop — Macbeth Halloween Decor.…

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Craftideas.info shares how to make spooky spider candle holders with ribbon and plastic spiders. See how to make these yourself.

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As you read this Hurricane Sandy is coming through DC, where I live, so I’m likely not online, but through the power of pre-posting, I bring you my sparkly, dangling, spider, cookie ornaments for Halloween. Find them HERE at the decorated cookie. I made these for the Fall issue of Bird’s Party Magazine. Find the how-tos HERE on …

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Blog_ramekinyogurtProving it isn’t too hard to add a touch of spooky to snacks… Find ideas for spookifying ramekins of yogurt or JellO for Halloween HERE at lisa storms.…

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Over at the blog That’s what {Che} Said there is a fun tutorial on how to make a Halloween ghost face bowling pin set out of milk bottles.…

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These horror movie cake pops are so brilliantly and beautifully crafted, I almost can’t look at the gruesomeness. Spotted on Evil Cakes, they were created by Miss Insomnia Tulip.

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Look how easy it is to transform your dinner of stuffed peppers into a Halloween meal. All you need is an edible marker! Find the recipe for stuffed pepper pumpkins HERE at Cute as a Fox.…

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Masking tape and an Altoids tin…would never have thought of that! The creative nail genius Layniefingers shares her secrets for getting these fun stars on your nails (would be great for the holidays too, in different colors of course!) Get the tutorial here.…

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Halloween is just two days away! Here are four more ideas for Halloween parties and decor

1. Halloween Wreath and 2. Candy Corn Treat jar from Mary Ann Jenkins at I Rock Paper and Scissors. Both these ideas use washi tape!

3. Don’t Eat Frank free printable game from My Sister’s Suitcase

4. Gothic Paper Lantern from Rebecca’s DIY

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I love this scary spider made from ruffling felt.  This is such a cute idea for a creepy crawly Halloween.  Jenn also made a ruffled pumpkin and that is where the tutorial is from for the spider’s body minis the head and legs.  Jenn hosts “Clean and Scentsible” her amazing blog out of British Columbia.  Jenn loves crafting, decorating, and …

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Oh so easy, I’m loving In Katrina’s Kitchen’s Halloween Classroom Party Week. When making treats for lots o’ kids who will likely eat them immediately, you have to think about creating-in-bulk and speed and easy. She did just that. Make clever M and M “candy corn” favors HERE and easy Jack O’ Lantern lollipops HERE at In Katrina’s Kitchen.…

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Trick-or-Treat Cookies, with a surprise inside.I think a new cookie has officially been born. (I’m thinking first of these clever pinata cookies from Project Denneler.) And of course, Halloween is another perfect holiday for stashing candy inside of sweets. Find the how-tos to make these adorable–and practical–trick or treat cookies HERE at Not Martha. Thanks, Michelle, for the tip!…

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These cupcakes are witchy from top to bottom, from the point of the witch’s hat to the bottom of the orange, black and green swirly cupcakes. And the witch is made from store-bought candy. Find the how-tos and instructions HERE at Sugar Swings!.…

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Our friend Linda, from Italy hosts “pane amore e creativita” has a sweet Halloween earring tutorial.  Linda was at a fair in Vicenza and she discovered a new fantasy felt, there were all types, but she was impressed by the felt with Halloween spiders. Linda could not resist the temptation to use a bit to create these simple earrings! …

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Abigail the host of “Lovin’ Our Chaos” made this darling Halloween costume for her little girl and is sharing it with us for a quick and simple DIY project, perfect for the last minute! Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your golden hair; the crafty season is in full force and Abigail knows a ton of Mamas who are scurrying around to …

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People’s creativity never ceases to amaze me! This amazing Witchy Panorama from Dena’s Stamping Corner just knocked my Halloween socks off! See more here on her blog.

-Heather…

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