Party DIY {Itsy Bitsy Spider}

Halloween is a mere week away and it's time to put the finishing touches on all those Halloween parties. While the scary details like ghosts popping out of dark hallways and spooky black punch are a given, it's time to concentrate on the little details that will make guests say wow! For this DIY I wanted something spooky in spirit with a handmade touch that didn't break the bank. This did just that. The rubber spiders I found in an 8 pack at Wal-Mart for $1.47. The rest of the supplies I had on hand in my craft bucket. After cutting some kraft paper down to size (3x2), I was off drawing spiderwebs in the corner and hot gluing spiders to them. These are great because they can be used in so many ways for your party. Try them as labels for food, place cards, or drink tags. Here's the step by step on making them for your party!

:: Supplies ::
Rubber Spiders
Hot Glue
3"x 2" Kraft Paper Pieces
Black Sharpie

:: Directions ::
1. Begin by drawing a line out of the center of the top left corner. Draw another line from the corner splitting the difference between the middle line and the edge of the paper. Repeat on the other side of the middle line. Draw a few more for a full looking web.
2. Starting near the corner, connect the lines with a slightly upward curved line that peaks at each line. Continue down the web forming rows.
3. Place a dab of hot clue on the back of the spider and adhere to paper.
4. Write each person's name or food item in the bottom right corner.

Have a great Tuesday!

Party DIY {Halloween Ghosts}

Last week I asked you all to pick your favorite spooky Halloween decor for a DIY version. After a couple days of voting, the giant ghosts proved victorious. The original ghostly image featured a haunting ghost hanging from a giant tree. With a lack of trees in our front yard, I decided to use it as a bit of inspiration and make a version more to scale for people like me with small areas for decorating. These ghost yard decorations are attached to a wood dowel rod making them easy to stick wherever you have the space. Here's the how to...

:: Supplies ::
(1) Twin Size White Sheet
(2) 2 ft. Wood Dowel Rod
(2) Small Styrofoam Balls
Scissors
Hot Glue Gun
Sharpie
Black Paint
Paintbrush

:: Directions ::
1. Cut the sheet in half width wise creating 2 square pieces. Fold each piece in half.
2. Hot glue the styrofoam ball to the center of each sheet.
3. Insert the wood rod into the ball.
4. Lay the "ghost" on it's side and draw a face using the Sharpie. Fill in with black paint. Let dry and place accordingly outside.

Have a scary good Tuesday!

Weekend Warriors {10.5.12}

Happy Friday y'all! I'm so excited it's finally Friday, and not just because it means a few days out of the office. Rob and I are off to Appalachicola this weekend for some much needed time away. While we will be relaxing eating our fair share of oysters, I'm still going to make some time to engage in a few fall spirited activities. Here's my list of things try this weekend!

1. Get Away: We are! Even if it's just for a day it's always nice to get away from reality and explore a new community. I love Appalachicola because it's a short drive from home and right on the water. The oysters are to die for and the town couldn't be cuter!

2. Take Pictures: I was inspired reading a post by Lauren at La Petite Fashionista this week on Project Life. My camera can be a bit bulky to carry around and take quick snap shots but my phone is perfect! After reading her post, I have vowed to myself to start taking more pictures and remembering the little things each week instead of just capturing the big celebrations!

3. Make Apple Cider: The temperatures are finally cool enough for me to break out the apple cider recipe and bourbon. Apple cider is the perfect fall treat in my mind. When paired with a delectable pastry, you simply can't go wrong!

4. Create Halloween Decor: I can't wait till we get back in town on Sunday to start making all of our Halloween decorations! I'm thinking ghosts for the front yard and a black rose wreath for the front door.

5. Wear Boots: Time to pack away those summer clothes and break out the fall boots and sweaters. I'm dreaming of comfy cozy tribal print cardigans and tall riding boots paired with my favorite pair of leggings.

Have a great weekend!