My Halloween aesthetic isn’t for everyone.  I like things that are scary and strange, things that a lot of “normal” folks might not appreciate.  I have a feeling that my adoration for this junk-o-lantern from Small Hands Big Art might fall into that love-it-or-loathe-it category.  It kind of reminds me of the styling of the robots in the movie “Robots.”  This is a great way …

They’re making a comeback as Perler beads; when I was growing up in the 80s they were “those beady things that you melt with the iron.”  I’ve even seen kits with them at the dollar store lately.  But the ones seen here are none of the above.  Feeling experimental, PC from Meijo’s Joy made these out of something most people would throw away: recycled drinking …

BOO! This is the time of year when all the ghosts and goblins come out to play. We’ve rounded up some of the best costume, decor, food and craft ideas for you so you can celebrate Halloween in style.

As part of a challenge to create Halloween crafts for free, Delia from Delia Creates went on a twig-collecting mission.  After rounding up a few supplies she had tucked away in her stash, she came up with a simple, spooky wreath design.  The bright orange spider ring is a perfect touch!   (I think I also have some purple spider rings left over from last …

When Heather gave me the opportunity to review an Epic 6 Letterpress Combo Kit by Lifestyle Crafts, a division of QuicKutz (best known for their die-cutting tools), I jumped at the chance! I’ve always been jealous of those neatly-made, professional-looking cards and invitations I’ve seen floating around. I’m still mastering the process, but I love my new Letterpress, and I have some tips that you may not have read elsewhere!

We love our pal Michelle from Mich L. in L.A., who has a knack for making extraordinary jewelry out of ordinary (and often quite random) objects.  She created these wonderfully curvy jewels using something you’ve probably never considered wearing around your neck: plastic vampire teeth!  Some clever alteration and assembly totally transforms them from a cheap novelty item into a unique and elegant look.  How …

Googly eyes… they’re not just for kids’ crafts anymore! Lately, the humble googly eye has seen some high fashion times. The Blonds featured a knockout googly eyed jumper in their Fall 2011 show. I will give a $50 Dollar Tree gift card to the first person who makes a googly eye jumper and sends me the photo!! Christian Louboutin designed the “Déjà Vu” heels – …

I was a geek before being a geek was cool.  (Now that I’ve typed that statement, I realize it’s somewhat paradoxical, I know.  Can you just let me pretend for the next few minutes that I am cool?)  I admit it, I have spent endless hours watching Star Trek (I prefer TNG), Stargate SG-1, and of course, Doctor Who.  The Doctor is rapidly gaining steam …

While the inventory at Dollar Tree is constantly changing, there are some things that you can almost always find there.  One item that is a constant on their shelves is night lights, but plain, boring night lights.  Luckily, they are easy to dress up!   At Squirrel, the blog of Etsy shop Exhalia Studios, crafter Bobbie Julie shares how she used wire and beads to …

Alright Anne Geddes fans, this one is for you!  Bobbie from Clumsy Crafter, appalled by the prices on store-bought costumes, turned to our favorite place (the dollar store!) for inspiration.  The entire ensemble only took about 10 minutes to assemble, making it perfect as a last-minute idea or for moms who are short on time.  If you can find a large enough tub this would …