Halloween Crafting: Blinged Pumpkin Pail

 

Diamond Art, Bedazzeld Things, Blingy Things, are everywhere. And for someone who loves her some bling I wanted to play! Transform a plain pumpkin bucket with some paint and rhinestones! 

Supplies:

• Pumpkin Trick or Treat Pail (Walmart)
• Multi-Surface Acrylic Paint (Michaels)
• Apple Barrel White Painte Pen (Walmart)
• Rhinestone Sorting Trays (Amazon)
• Rhinestones and Rhinestone Picker (Amazon)

I figured what better way to practice my skills than with a $1.97 pumpkin pail, right? If I messed it up, no big loss. But I'm not an orange person. No shade to those who are, just..we like what we like. So I grabbed some multi-surface black paint and a sponge applicator and covered it. 

After it was covered, I outlined the eyes, nose, and face with a white paint pen. Why? 'Cause I did. That's how I roll. 

I used Clear-Gel Tacky Glue and if you're going to do any rhinestone stuff, I highly recommend getting some rhinestone sorting trays. They help get the majority of your rhinestones to lay on the flat side so you can use a tweezer or better, a rhinestone picking tool (mine are like a wax crayon with enough stickiness) to pick them up from the top and place them on your surface. 

These were, I think, $5.99 for a set of 24 that came in their own case. This way you can sort different colors easily. 

LEARNING: I learned that you want enough but not too much glue. Practice helps you figure out what you need. The first eye I did, was too much and things were slipping and sliding. 

What's up with the wax paper? I was trying to make sure all my rhinestones were flat, but a little glue oozed out so I figure some wax paper wouldn't stick to it as I flattened them down. Worked! 

I did the eyes in gold, and the teeth in clear. For the nose, I used a little triangular mirror from a package I picked up at Dollar Tree. My plan is to use it for a floral arrangement I have yet to do! Not sure why the rhinestones ghost shadowed on the pic but they're not on the pail. Guessing it's reflecting off my glass table. Anyhoo...

Off to bling some other things!

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BFF Open House Link Party

 

Happy Friday Eve, all. Happy to report that the blog issues that got resolved last week has stayed resolved! I hope everyone's moved into September smoothly, with those of you sending kids back to school settling into routines. I well remember all the school start up meetings, paperwork, class-specific things to get, etc. 

This week I shared: 

Fun Pics from "Disneyween"

DIY Witch Broom Wreath 

And you all have been busy with Fall crafting so let's take a look at some ideas! 

Steph Creates shared an adorable and easy accent piece with this simple and cute Framed Ghost idea.

 Petticoat Junktion shared a great way to Decorate Mini Pumpkins. Not all pumpkins need to be carved! 

With prime baking season revving up, if you like coffee flavor, this Coffee Buttercream Frosting Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life is a must-check-out! 

Finally, Fall is also apple season, and caramel apples are at the top of the list. This Caramel Apple Dirty Soda from Hunny I'm Home DIY should do the trick! It's alcohol free so everyone can have it.  

Thanks to everyone who linked up and can't wait to see what you've got to share this week!!

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Halloween Crafting: DIY Witch Broom Wreath

 

I previously shared the Witch Broom I made using a Dollar Tree plunger. Today I'm sharing what I did with it!

Supplies:

• Completed Witch Broom
• Wreath Form
• Decorative Mesh
• Pipe Cleaners
• Tulle
• Florals
• Skulls

I used a large wire wreath form (Dollar Tree) as my base, along with Decorative Mesh (also DT) and florals from DT and Michaels. 

Since I knew I was going to attach the broom and wanted to ensure other things were really secure on the wreath form, I added some pipe cleaners as shown so that I could use the ends to attach other elements. 

I covered the form with the decorative mesh, wrapping it so the pipe cleaner ends were still accessible. 

I used a combination of the pipe cleaner ends and some tulle to tie on the broom. Glue didn't feel like it was going to be strong enough!

I took my florals apart, then combined them how I liked in bunches, which I also used the pipe cleaner ends to attach. Once you know you're done with the pipe cleaners, trim closely, and they just blend in. 

I found this bag of Oil Skulls at Michaels, and the iridescent colors worked perfectly with my color palette. 

Then I used hot glue to add these randomly around my wreath. 

A little Goth. A little Glamour. Gothmour?

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Disneyween Pics!

Sharing some pics from our Anniversarymoon trip to Disneyland during Halloween season. I love how they transform both Disneyland and California Adventure. 

From the entrances

Main Street

The main characters get all new outfits!

California  Adventure characters get their own outfits.

You're never too old for ears! They have an adorable Cutie Ghost collection. 

One of my favorite things is the transformation of the Haunted Mansion. Starting with Halloween (which starts in August) into January, it turns into "The Nightmare Before Christmas" Mansion inside and out, with everyone from Sandy Claws and Oogie Boogie inside. 

You can even meet Jack and Sally in their own courtyard. 

All around both parks, you can find seasonal and "land" specific treats. Mama needed her afternoon coffee, so this Cold Brew Black Caf from Docking Bay 7 in Galaxy's Edge hit the spot! There's also a Starbucks in each park along with other coffee options. 

If you've seen Coco, you'll love the Plaza de la Familia in California Adventure. 

Crafts!! See, even on vacation! This is a beautiful traditon where you can write a special message and hang it along with all who've also left messages. Some are to loved ones who've passed. Others are to special people still here. 

You write them on these special cards, and hang them up. You can also color your own fun masks.

 There's so much to do and see, and I could go on... I took so many pics, but I just thought I'd share a glimpse. For us, it's a place to be silly, enjoy the sights, have fun treats, and just be in the moment. And lest you think we're the only big kids who go on their own, we met a couple in line celebrating their 38th anniversary!