By Noreen Doll. A Frankie bath pouf is a fun decoration to make for Halloween. The ever popular Frankie could be placed in a bowl of bones, or set in among some sinister apothecary jars. It's okay if he's rather rough looking - after all, he is a stitched together creature. Materials 1 Green Bath Pouf Black Felt Wiggly Eyes Scissors Hot Glue or … [Read more...] about Frankie Bath Pouf
Archives for September 2012
Arachnophobia Wreath
By Noreen Doll. An arachnophobia wreath can be a colorful, scary (for those who don't like spiders!) addition to Halloween decor. It's quick and easy to put together and a nice contrast of Halloween colors. I found some very interesting Creepy Cloth at the Dollar store, and I picked up a package of black. It also comes in a dull grey color. It has an … [Read more...] about Arachnophobia Wreath
Jack O Lantern Bath Pouf
By Noreen Doll. Create a Jack O Lantern bath pouf in just a few minutes. With just felt, a pipe cleaner and an orange bath pouf, you can make a cute Jack O Lantern. Materials 1 Green Pipe Cleaner 1 Orange Bath Pouf Small Piece of Black Felt Instructions for the Jack O Lantern Bath Pouf 1. Decide how you want to make the features for the Jack O … [Read more...] about Jack O Lantern Bath Pouf
Decoupage Tile Coasters
By Noreen Doll. Decoupage tile coasters are fun to create, and they make great gifts. I made about 10 sets of these for family members and friends and I tried to reflect their interests in the sets I created for them. I used napkins, wall paper samples, and designer scrap booking paper, and all of them turned out really well. Fabric can also be used. You can use a … [Read more...] about Decoupage Tile Coasters
Warm Fingerless Mitts
By Noreen Doll. Warm fingerless mitts are great to make for yourself, and they are wonderful gifts. When it's cold, it's nice to have something to keep your wrists and hands warm while leaving your fingers free. Fleece is snuggly soft and warm. And you can fold the top down to leave your fingers totally uncovered. Fleece is so easy to sew because you don't have … [Read more...] about Warm Fingerless Mitts
Recipe / Photo Holder
By Noreen Doll. Make an easy recipe / photo holder with a tile, a sticker, and Mod Podge. Wouldn't this be a cute gift for kids to make for Mom or Grandma, to give with their photo attached? This holder could also be used for messages, notes, or small art works done by your kids. Instead of a sticker for the front, you could cut out a small … [Read more...] about Recipe / Photo Holder
Autumn Angel
By Noreen Doll. Craft a rustic looking autumn angel with silk leaves in fall colors. You can find silk leaves at the Dollar Store or the big box store, and I found the leaf bouquet with acorns at Walmart. If you just want to make one angel, the bouquet alone would be all you need. You could also use real leaves to make an autumn angel. Here's how to … [Read more...] about Autumn Angel
Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet
By Noreen Doll. A fall leaf turkey magnet is quick and easy to make. Round up the kids to help you make a bunch. It would make a great classroom project, or a Thanksgiving craft for the kids while waiting for the turkey to cook. You can find a bag of leaves at the Dollar Store, and the turkey body is cut from cereal or cracker box … [Read more...] about Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet
Stretchy Shrinky Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love making their own stretchy shrinky bracelet. They can use their own designs or trace a picture from a coloring book or story book. It would make a great birthday party activity, or a little girl could make them for her friends. Materials Shrink Plastic Sharpies or Colored Pencils Hair Elastics - large enough … [Read more...] about Stretchy Shrinky Bracelet
