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 Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Last Minute Halloween Ideas - Frankie Pinanta


Last minute Halloween ideas? Here's a cute one from Cathie-and-Steve. Use a one gallon milk or water jug to make this Frankie pinanta.
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 Monday, October 26, 2009

The perfect craft for kids- fall apron


Our craft duo Cathie and Steve made this cute apron for fall. It is great for both children and adults. You use an actual apple to make the stamp
design. What fun!!

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 Friday, October 23, 2009

Halloween Countdown! Mod Podge a Pumpkin!

Looking for last minute Hallween projects? I got one for you! Bella Dia has a
simply easy tutorial for these little glass pumpkins. You can use a small fish bowl
or other round glass container, tissue paper and Mod Podge. The results - a
great little pumpkin votive. Check out the details here!

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 Thursday, October 22, 2009

Halloween Decoupage from Craft Jr!


Quickly becoming one of my favorite craft Resources, Craft Jr has featured a very easy, very cute Halloween Decoupage project. Here's a picture and preview, but for step by step instructions, check out the site here.

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 Friday, October 16, 2009

Robots

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I found these cute robots posted on That Artist Woman blog on my weekly quest for kids crafts projects. The robot bodies are made out of candy boxes-the theater candy type, then adorned with craft paint and a few household craft supplies. Click here for instructions.

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 Wednesday, October 14, 2009

My interview with Amy of Mod Podge Rocks


If you haven't already, be sure to check out the Mod-Podge Rocks blog. If you love Mod Podge( and who doesn't?) you'll flip over this blog-it is a one stop information shop for all things decoupage. I recently got to interview, Amy, the crafty lady behind the blog.

What inspired you to start your blog?

It's no secret that I love Mod Podge. When I first started decoupaging on a regular basis, I went onto the internet to find project ideas, tips and tricks. I saw that a lot of people loved Mod Podge, but I spent hours trying to find information and put it all together. My original blog goals were to provide a forum for sharing projects and Mod Podge secrets, as well as a place where I could share what I Mod Podge with the world. It has turned out to be a great community of Mod Podge lovers sharing their projects as well as what they know about the most fabulous craft of decoupage.


What types of things do you make? What do you enjoy doing the most?

I make a little bit of everything, but my favorites are storage as well as home decor items. I am a child at heart, so all of my projects have a "youthful" twist. Plus, you can never have enough storage for children!

What is the most interesting or unusual project you've seen using MP?

The most interesting is definitely a bike helmet. I NEVER would have thought of that myself.

I know you love Halloween... What are your plans for the upcoming holidays?

Halloween is my favorite holiday. It's the craftiest time of year! I will be doing a wide range of projects - I'm starting with decorating items, but I will definitely do something kid-friendly. I completely encourage children to get involved in holiday crafting. Don't be suprised if I create an entire costume from Mod Podge and household items

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 Monday, October 12, 2009

Halloween Food

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Food and crafts go hand and hand, and Halloween is a great time for both. Having said that,
Here's a photo from Amy Atlas' blog that features her Halloween spread from Celebrate Magazine.
More photos at her blog.

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 Friday, October 09, 2009

Eco-Friendly Halloween Crafts for Kids

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All these projects presented by Kiwi Magazine are made primarly of recycled containers.
I just love how all the monsters and ghosts are gathered for this photo! Visit their site for detailed instructions.

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 Thursday, October 08, 2009

Fall Crafts for Kids-Scrarecrow Clings

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Gallery Glass Clings for Halloween and Fall Harvest are soo fun and easy

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 Wednesday, October 07, 2009

Fall Crafts for Kids-Acorn Family

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Collect, paint and decorate. There are so many different craft projects you can do with things in your own back yard.  This cute little acorn craft family was spotted on ParentsTalk website. I love the cute little painted hats, don't you? I think these could be the beginnings of a bigger project. How about a whole family or neighborhood?

 

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 Monday, October 05, 2009

Craft these Boo Letters for Halloween
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Halloween Mania and Mod Podge Mania are in full effect! Check out these Boo Letters posted on the this is the Year Blog here. What a great ways to add a little scary fun to your house!

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 Friday, October 02, 2009

Easy Halloween Project #3 Scary Potion Bottles

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Fantastically easy and the perfect Halloween table centerpiece. Cathie and Steve made these deligtful Potion Bottles. This version is great for older kids, but could easily be adapted for smaller children-just use plastic juice bottles or other used containers.

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 Thursday, October 01, 2009
 

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