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 Friday, October 26, 2012

Freelance Friday: Starburst Spider Web Mirror Tutorial



Happy Friday. This is the last weekend before Halloween, and that means it is your last chance to get your family together and craft some spooky decorations. In case you are stumped on what to make, try this Starburst Spider Web Mirror. We discovered this project over on the blog, Momma D and Da Boyz. Jennifer made this web mirror using just a few supplies and some Martha Stewart paints. Click here to find all the materials you will need, along with instructions. Happy crafting!

 

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 Thursday, October 25, 2012

Teaching Thursday: Skull Necklace and Bracelet



Many people typically create scary decorations or carve pumpkins to celebrate Halloween. While there is nothing wrong with creating those things, why not try creating a Halloween craft you can wear? Take this skull necklace and bracelet designed by Amy Anderson. This Halloween themed jewelry set has just right dose of style and spooky mixed together. This project would be a great craft for your tween or teen to create. Amy created these pieces using Mod Podge formulas and accessories. All the materials you will need are below, and to find the instructions for this project click here.

 

PLAID Supplies


·       Mod Podge ® Acrylic Shapes - Basics, Flat & Charm

·       Mod Podge ® Acrylic Shapes - Designer Shapes

·       Mod Podge ® Tracing Templates - Basic Shapes

·       Martha Stewart Crafts™ 2oz Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Craft Paint - Arrowhead

·       Martha Stewart Crafts™ 2oz Multi-Surface High Gloss Acrylic Craft Paint - Beetle Black

·       Mod Podge ® Gloss, 8 oz.

·       Mod Podge ® Dimensional Magic, 2 oz.

·       Mod Podge ® Jewel Glue, 2 oz.

 

Other Supplies


Book pages
Skull head sticker embellishments
Skull key
Small cog wheels
Stencil brush
Jewelry findings
Jewelry tools
Drill and 1/16” bit
Pencil
Scissors
Pin (optional

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 Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Web Wednesday: DIY Halloween Canvases



It is exactly one week away from Halloween. Aren't you excited? I know we here at Plaid are. Have you completed all your craft creations for this festive holiday? If not, no worries you still have plenty of time to create some great Halloween projects. One project that you should make with your kids is these DIY Halloween Canvases. We stumbled across this project on the blog Funky Polkadot Giraffe. Kyla created this project using several products from the Martha Stewart craft line. Once this project is completed hang it in your kid's room, or on your front door. Learn about all the products used in this project, and how to make it here.





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