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Halloween Crafts and DIY Ideas

Here are some terrific ideas for Halloween crafts to do with the kids and whole family. Ideas to entertain, celebrate and decorate. We have found Halloween decorations, easy crafts and kids costume ideas.

Halloween Themed Polymer Clay Treats

October 22, 2018 by Elaine Robitaille

It’s been a while since I’ve done a little Etsy window shopping. Polymer clayers have been doing some pretty great seasonal work it turns out – sculpts, canes, jewellery, miniatures and more.


Pumpkin Pie Earrings by HermitDesignsJewelry

Jack O’ Lantern
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How to make pirate hooks

October 22, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

Need a last minute Halloween costume prop? Grab a red Solo Cup and some foil and start talkin’ like a pirate! Sail on over to the blog East Coast Mommy for the tutorial on how to make a pirate hook … Read More...

Day of the Dead Cat Sculpture

October 19, 2018 by Elaine Robitaille

I’d probably do this one in Premo rather than Sculpey III but it’s still a fun project – a black cat with a Day of the Dead paint job. The tutorial is by Joanne G Garcia for Sculpey. The black … Read More...

Glass block black cat Halloween decoration

October 15, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

If you read this blog regularly it will come as no surprise that I love making projects that light up and Craft Blocks that are plastic “glass” blocks are a great base to make Halloween decorations that light up. This … Read More...

Recycled corks and mason jars make adorable pumpkins

October 12, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

I’ve painted jars and stuck on electrical tape to make jack-o-lanterns but these painted jars along with their lids panted green and topped with a cork are simply adorable. Pop on over Sustain my Craft Habit for the step by … Read More...

On Line Scrapbooking Magazine

September 28, 2018 by Heather Holbrook

One Line Scrapbooking Magazine

The new Fall 2018 issue of Scrapbooking and Cards today is now available on-line. It’s filled with Fall themed scrapbook layout, cards and home decor inspirations and tutorials along with current trends and free printables and cut files too. Best … Read More...

Melt and Pour Halloween Surprise Soaps

September 22, 2018 by Shellie Wilson

THinking about handing out something other than candy this Halloween? How about some handmade melt and pour soaps? These soaps are so easy to make that they are simple enough for tweens and teens. Make sure if you are handing … Read More...

Park your witch’s broom at the door Halloween decoration

September 17, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

This is just too funny! And best yet if you are really crafty you could make your own collection of witch’s brooms. Or have a party and have your friends over to each make one. Fly on over to the … Read More...

Harry Potter Party Pack Printables

September 14, 2018 by Heather Holbrook

Harry Potter Party Pack Printables

Planning a party for someone who is a big Potterhead (a fan of Harry Potter for those who don’t know :)) ? The Cottage Market is here to help. They have a huge selection of FREE downloadable and printable party … Read More...

How to make a witch’s boot Halloween decoration

September 12, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

If you read this blog every day I bet you might think I am going a little nuts. It seems every day I am going back and forth from a Halloween to Christmas craft. Today is Halloween! This adorable witch … Read More...

Super easy way to make a prop Halloween cage

September 4, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

These big faux cages are made with something you can grab at the dollar store and have all your neighbors asking how did you make that awesome Halloween decoration? Pop on over to the blog The Navage Patch for the … Read More...

How to make a giant sewing needle

November 1, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

I was “Devilish Raggedy Ann” for Halloween. Since Raggedy Ann is a rag doll that was originally hand made I felt that my costume needed a big sewing needle.

It was easy to make!

I used a closet pole that … Read More...

How to make tiny tea light jack-o-lanterns

October 30, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Can you say cute!!!!??? These are beyond cute! I am running right out to get some tea lights and I will be getting my orange glitter on to embellish them up. This wonderful idea and tutorial on how to make … Read More...

How to make a recycled fabric spider web Halloween decoration

October 30, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Spider webs are a great Halloween decoration and they can be made in virtually any size from tiny to giant and out of so many different materials. This one is made with fabric. Pop on over to the link Katerina … Read More...

Easy last minute Halloween ideas

October 30, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

If you wait till the last minute for things but still want to get in on the Halloween festivities I found some really easy and fun last minute ideas that you can make with stuff you probably have around the … Read More...

Recycled necktie monster plushy great for Halloween

October 25, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Do you like to make unique and unexpected Halloween decorations or plushies? Well these little monsters are both! They are made with neckties! Pop on over to the link Cathy sent in to the blog Gefilte Quilt for the tutorial … Read More...

Pumpkin Luminaries for Halloween

October 24, 2017 by Elaine Robitaille

These are adorable little luminaries! Translucent clay, tinted orange, and glow in the dark details make this tutorial from Swirly Designs and Sculpey a fabulous little project for Halloween. Put your LED tealights in there and deck your porch or … Read More...

Miniature Clay Pumpkins

October 23, 2017 by Elaine Robitaille

For either your Halloween or Thanksgiving decor, miniature pumpkins come in handy. Use polymer clay and this tutorial (English translation) to make some fairly realistic looking minis.

You could use clay or paint to turn these into little … Read More...

Some trick and treats to play on trick-and-treaters (or how to be mean this Halloween)

October 16, 2017 by Vikram Goyal

I came across this tweet, and I couldn’t help suppress a giggle. It sure sounds like some adults are trying to have fun at the expense of poor kids. The image probably tells you all you need to know, but … Read More...

Polymer Clay Pumpkin Cane

October 15, 2017 by Elaine Robitaille

If you cane in polymer clay you may be trying to make fall and Halloween themed goodies. PolymerClayCentral has a good little pumpkin cane tutorial that makes something similar to Heather’s pieces above. The cane is pretty close to how … Read More...

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