"Poison" Caramel Apples

Make your caramel, candy, or chocolate covered apples look like "poison" apples simply by adding black food coloring.  Very fun for Halloween!  I added black sanding sugar for sparkle.. actually I added blue, purple, and black but they absorbed the dye from the caramel so it all ended up black.  So I'd suggest just getting black only if you want to add sparkle to your apples.  If not, they are just as spooky and "poisonous" without sparkle.  Have a safe and fun Halloween!

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV4ypDoh-TI&t=25s 

Lollipop Ghosts

BONUS VIDEO!  I got free lollipops, so y'all get a bonus video! 😃  This one is old-school, but today's generation of trick-or-treaters don't know that! 😉  I think they'll love it as much as I did when I was a kid.

Watch the YouTube video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gg4wSWyZlww&t=25s

Snow White Treat Bag & Party Favor

Dress up your treat bags, or gift bags, to match the birthday party theme character.  Change it up for any princess, super hero, etc.  I chose Snow White, so a "poison" apple candy bundle is the perfect party favor to go along with it.  

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsdHkTN7GQU&t=25s

Black Cat Napkin Folding

This black cat napkin fold is done the same as last year's Easter bunny napkin.  Just change the color, shorten the ears, and.. Voila!  I love to take an old project, change a few details, and come out with something very different!  This is perfect for Halloween... or... any day for an avid cat lover. 😼

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzafyFPZ-to&t=25s 

Apple Trick-or-Treat Bundles

Viewer suggestion!  Thanks so much to Beth for suggesting apple trick-or-treat bundles in response to last year's pumpkin trick-or-treat bundles.  What a cute idea!  The leaf would be perfect as a name tag for your special trick-or-treaters.  I think you'll like the little trick for creating that leaf tag.  

These bundles are not only great for trick-or-treaters.  These would also make great treats as place cards at each person's seat for Thanksgiving dinner.  Another fun idea would be to give these as party favors at any Fall Festival or Harvest Party type of gathering.  I think I thought of another idea just now as I was typing this, for a themed birthday party favor!  I might do another video on that soon!  😉

Watch my Apple Bundle tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9aV4ncjs1c&t=25s 

Christmas Ornament Dangles - Collab w/Happybird

These ornament-shaped dangles are a great Christmas accessory for so many things.  Happybird's Alphabet Block Ornament using these is a beautiful example. 

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjsM5Ilp9JE&t=25s 
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Watch Happybird's Alphabet Block Ornament video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg-QPC5gqu0&t=4s 
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www.youtube.com/OneVeryHappyBird 
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happybirdsglitternest.blogspot.com 
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Clear Gift Tag Templates

Use your clear packaging from household products to make clear gift tag templates.  These will help you achieve perfect placement for cutting your tags from old calendars, Christmas cards, etc.  The perfect tool for creating Happybird's Christmas Card Tag Ornaments! :-)

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYOYMz_EguA&t=25s

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Happybird's Gift Tag Ornaments video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zgx4vuEg5F8
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www.youtube.com/OneVeryHappyBird
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Witch's Hat Table Setting

This witch's hat makes a fun table setting for a children's Halloween party.  So quick and easy, and the kids can wear the party hats!  Just be sure you have stew or some other "witch's brew" on the menu to utilize the bowl in the table setting.  

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iV2f_FwPd4&t=25s 

Eyeball Bead Charm

This creepy eyeball bead charm is perfect for Halloween.  You won't believe how easy it was.  All I used to create the look of the eyeball was a 14mm marbled bead, a 7mm green sequin, and a black flat-back jewel.  So easy!

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvBu4eK-NKY&t=25s 

Mundane Morning ~ Welcoming Fall

Good Mundane Morning Crafties!  I haven't given you guys a Mundane Morning post in a while.  My apologies.  Things have been pretty busy on the Craftie homefront. 

I must say, I'm happy to see Summer coming to an end.  I LOVE the transition into Fall.  Fall is one of my most favorite times of year and I have so been looking forward to this.  We aren't quite into the full swing of Fall, but the transition has definitely begun.  There's a little chill in the night time hours and still a bit of a nip in the air come morning.  Dark comes earlier.  The leaves are beginning to change.  The foggy, blustery, rainy nights are becoming more frequent.  It's time to start thinking about sweaters, hot apple cider, pumpkin spice, slow simmered stews, evening movies, and all-day indoor crafting.  There is nothing I don't absolutely love about this time of year.  🤗🍂🍁🌾

I've begun planning Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas parties.  And along with that, I'm thinking about what I might craft for these events.  I am one to always have a theme for my parties and I get so excited planning the crafts, decorations, and menus to coordinate with the theme.  More on that as we get closer to the holidays.

But for now, I'm working on Halloween craft videos.  I've got a couple more coming up for you all on Friday and Saturday, and maybe one non-Halloween craft for Sunday.  I'm most excited about the one that I have for Friday.  It's Halloweeny, and creepy, and so cool.  It's a bead project and I think you guys are really gonna like it.

If you guys have any questions or suggestions for me you can comment here, on my Craftie Facebook page, or the Facebook group "Craftie Minds".  

I'll be updating you guys on what type of crafts you can expect and all the Craftie goings on.  I'm still trying to get into the routine of the Mundane Morning blog post, but I am definitely working on it.  Let me know which Craftie social media platform is your favorite and why.

Until next time friends, stay Craftie! 😉
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Bat Napkin Folding

This bat napkin fold is perfect for your Halloween table setting!  And it's so much easier than it looks.  

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQVfaWqDwC0&t=25s 

Poison Bottle Bead Charm

Viewer Inspired!  After posting my Love Potion Bead Charm video (intended for Valentine's Day), I received a comment from Harper suggesting that the Love Potion charms would also be great for Halloween!  I hadn't even thought of that, but when Harper suggested it, it sparked this idea for a "Poison Bottle".  I love it!  I hope you all love it too.

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZG_zr-fv9U&t=25s
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Skull & Crossbones Charms:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/219569488/8-skull-and-crossbones-charms-3d-antique?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=skull%20crossbones%20charm&ref=sr_gallery_41
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Large Acrylic Swirl Beads:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-Big-13mm-x-20mm-Long-Round-Oval-Plastic-Acrylic-Faceted-Fluted-Tube-Beads-/360990007399?var=&hash=item92c2aa3e3d
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14mm Glass Green Faceted Rondelle:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10Pcs-10-12-14-16-18mm-Rondelle-Charms-Faceted-Crystal-Glass-Loose-Spacer-Beads-/272326695927?var=&hash=item3f67ef9bf7:m:m2_YU10ITPy_s3Ik9dJ-XbQ
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5mm Spacer Beads:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331514586392?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=540680506382&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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14mm Filigree Bead Cap:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/287820959/50pcs-6x14mm-bead-caps-bronze-filigree?ga_search_query=50pcs+6x14mm+bead+caps%2C+bronze+filigree+bead+caps%2C+silver+bead+wraps%2C+Petal+receptacle+Pendant+charms%2C+jewelry+findings+CTB04&ref=shop_items_search_1
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9mm Cone Bead Caps:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/263588473/antique-brass-bead-caps-qty-30-9mm-mw?ga_search_query=Antique+Brass+Bead+Caps+%28Qty+30%29+9mm+MW-P4136&ref=shop_items_search_1
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10mm Bead Caps:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/265734779/antique-brass-bead-caps-10x3mm-24-pcs-mw?ga_search_query=Antique+Brass+Bead+Caps+10x3mm+%2824+pcs%29+MW-P0840&ref=shop_items_search_1
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Bead Dangle Clusters-Collab with Happybird

I am so proud to be doing another collab with Happybird!!! 😃  I have a video for you guys showing you how to assemble these elegant bead dangle clusters.  Happybird will show you how to use these as part of her gOrGeOuS recycled calendar ornaments.  Below are links to both our videos.  Be sure to check hers out.  I know you are going to love those ornaments! 💖

The Bead Dangle Clusters are so easy to put together and they make a wonderful addition to so many projects, like Happybird's beautiful Calendar Ornaments.  They can also be used as jewelry accessories, purse charms, backpack charms.... pretty much anything you want to add a touch of sparkle to.  It's so much fun to experiment with different combinations of charms and beads.  Use what you have and see what beautiful clusters you can create! 

Watch my YouTube video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed3vJxkOxdw&t=25s 
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Watch Happybird's Calendar Ornament video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwrYZLewghw 
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www.youtube.com/oneveryhappybird 
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www.facebook.com/HappyBirdsCraftingHavenInspirations
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happybirdsglitternest.blogspot.com 
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Pumpkin Black Cat Decor

This tabletop version of a black cat made from pumpkins is inspired by a jack  o'lantern craft that I saw on Pinterest, made with full-size real pumpkins.  Whether you choose to do full-size or tabletop, real pumpkins or artificial, either way it's an adorable Halloween decoration.

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lv1gUgexTHs&t=25s 

Spider Necklace

This spider dropping down from a "web" chain is the perfect necklace for Halloween.  But you can also use this spider deign for creepy crawly Halloween decorations around your home.  I made mine using a 14mm black Shamballa bead for the body, a 10mm black smooth round bead for the head, and a black 3mm chenille stem for the legs.  I made a 16" necklace and then added a 1" extension of matching chain to hang the spider on, as if the spider is dropping down a length of web.  You can certainly make this larger if you're using it for Halloween decor.  My favorite part is the shamballa bead body and you can find these much larger, so that shouldn't be a problem.  

Watch my YouTube tutorial here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BxOXepAA7Q&t=25s