I recently got a 3D printer and I’ve been looking for things to make for Halloween. One thing I’ve always wanted to do was create custom finials for my fence posts and pickets. I finally got a start this year. … Continue reading
The question I’m most asked is “How do you make your tombstones?” Actually, I’m most asked “Where do you store all this stuff?” (in the attic above the garage), and “Why does your wife put up with you?” (She loves … Continue reading
We put the fence up around the whole yard before adding any further decorations. I neglected to do that one year, and some of my tombstones grew legs and walked to another yard. Funny how that happens. … Continue reading
For the past few weeks, I’ve been pulling decorations out of the attic and trying to find time to put everything up before the big night. One of the first things to go up were the window decorations. Nothing particularly spooky … Continue reading
We’ve been lucky to have very little vandalism of our Halloween yard over the years. I’ve seen signs in other yards that are pretty severe (Did you know that in Texas, you are allowed to shoot intruders in defense of property?) … Continue reading
I found some neat faux book boxes at a Michaels Arts and Crafts store, while looking for Halloween items. I immediately knew I had to try out Dave Lowe’e Creepy Book treatment on one. I like the end result on the … Continue reading
The north Texas area had some freezing rain and sleet blow through recently. Complicating this is an extended period of freezing temperatures. SO everything has been closed and the streets and parking lots have been turned into ice rinks (literally … Continue reading
Just because we are knee-deep in that other holiday, doesn’t mean we can’t put a little Halloween spin on the festivities! So, I present to you… The Skullflake! Check out the wonderful tutorial for this from Crafty Lady Abby. ScreaminScott say’s … Continue reading
Here’s a fun craft you can try for Halloween party favors. My son and I made these as special Halloween treats for some of his friends this year. These are witches cauldrons made from powdered lemonade containers. Check out the … Continue reading
Home haunters like to name their haunts. Some call them “Bob” or Sue” (OK, not really). Others think up really elaborate names like “The Dungeon of Everlasting Torment” (Actually, that’s not bad.. let me make a note). But I’ve been … Continue reading