by Sharon | Aug 15, 2015
It’s Great Fun To Get Your Halloween Projects Started Early.
Grab what you can early in the season and you’ll have time to play around with these before you decide on what you’re going to do with them.
It seems natural that these would make great trophies for a Costume Party or Halloween Party. You could also make an interesting wreath with these skeletons all dressed up or in their glory in different poses.
There’s the adorable couple on the left and the one on the far right seems to be taking a bow. The one in the middle is “striking a pose.” And the other remaining ones may be doing some sort of dancing . . . They do indeed look like people we know, don’t you think?
Buy some bases for them and you could have a great time posing them and gluing them in place. You could use some spray paint and make them shine!
It is inspiring to see these skeletons and allowing the imagination to go a bit wild. I’d like to get some mini pumpkins and put them in a pumpkin patch for an interesting centerpiece display.
It’s interesting how one idea leads to another . . . and another . . . stock up on these guys! Good times on in store for you!
I know I changed the theme quite a bit with the mini treasure chests and gold coins, but I have to grab ideas as they present themselves. Pirates is a major popular theme and I could see these mini treasure chests selling out before you’ve discovered they’re available.
Leave me a comment and let me know what you’ve decided to do with your skeletons.
Sharon, Owner of TwoCansOnAString.com
by Sharon | Jul 7, 2015
So many possibilities for decorating cupcakes . . . especially this summer to get your imagination in gear.
What do you think of when I say Summer?
I would imagination a day at the beach with an umbrella . . . and something deliciously cool to drink.
This may be what you had in mind. These little drink umbrellas are quite festive, but look closer. Yes, it looks like a deliciously cool drink in a coconut. You can make this by using a malt ball — you know those yummy chocolate malt balls — well just cut off the top a bit and add some flower sprinkles and a licorice lace piece for the straw. Now that was easy. You may even want to put two under this umbrella.
Now, let’s not stop there. Summer is fun in the sun . . . and for all of you into summer footwear fashion — this cupcake topper is definitely for you!
Have you figured it out? These are Pez candies with a flower sprinkle! Amazing, don’t you think. Well, you could combine the two, but it does look like you have a little party going on under this umbrella on top of your cupcake.
I thought these were exciting and wanted to share them with you. I can hear you thinking how this would be wonderful fun to decorate a cake . . . yes, indeed it would with you recreating a whole beach full of umbrellas and these little Pez candy flip flops running all over the cake top in search of a new umbrella party.
Have fun with these!
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by Sharon | Jun 9, 2015
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I absolutely love making paper chains. This 4th of July Free Printable Paper Chain is great for other patriotic holidays, too. It’s going on my fireplace mantle. It will truly dress it up.
Get the kids involved . . . your paper chain may be much longer than you ever expected. It will come together quite nicely. You’ll be able to decorate your whole patio . . . excellent for your BBQ celebration!
The thing is, you can leave it up all summer long. And even into the fall when we have Veteran’s Day. I may use it as garland for my Christmas Tree this year. It’s a simple way of showing how much you love the United States of America. It doesn’t have to be for special occasions — it can be all year round.
Have a great 4th of July!
by Sharon | Jun 7, 2015
National Donut Day is the first Friday in June. Be sure to mark your calendars!
My goodness! We do have undeclared holiday celebrations.
I’m late in telling you about it and celebrating it . . . but I’m going to share a donut that you’ll enjoy taking a bite out of . . . unless it takes a bite out of you first.
You could have a good time with bought donuts . . . or you can make your own . . .
As you can see . . . just add some fangs and some eyes and you’re in business . . . unless you want to get some red frosting to goo it up a bit.
I got you covered with the accessories:
Once you get your imagination to work, I’m sure you can come up with some other items to add to your donuts. They’d be great for a Halloween party . . . or . . . is there a National Vampire Day?
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by Sharon | May 12, 2015
It’s truly amazing what you can find at Thrift Stores or after the season sales. I know, too much junk and clutter, but you can put it to use by making holiday wreaths.
You can make them up and sell them. You wouldn’t believe how many times someone has knocked on my door wondering where I bought my wreath. When I tell them I made it, they immediately ask if they can buy it.
I do keep a running tally of what it costs for me to make my holiday wreaths, so when the opportunity arises for me to sell one, I multiply my cost by 5 and I have a price — and sometimes I jack it up quite a bit . . . you don’t want to sell your talent too cheap.
I usually sell my wreaths from $25. and up. Sometimes I get things for nothing. Some people at garage/yard sales give away a lot of stuff by the box. Just be sure to look for stuff in the off season for the best bargains.
Have fun finding trash that you can make into a fun front door wreath.
by Sharon | May 9, 2015
Too often scarecrows are associated with Halloween, but there are plenty of gardens and fields that have a scarecrow displayed to keep the crows from feasting on the crops. I do love scarecrows. They could be compared to the winter snowman, that I also adore. It’s all about how to dress them up. And what to use to create the image you want.
This happy pair of scarecrows could be made to last throughout the years. As you can see from the image Mrs. Scarecrow has a lovely pedestal base with a nice leafy trim on her sweater. I absolutely love her pearls, but I would go with a papier-mache pumpkin head and may begin with a straw hat and change it out as the season changes. I could also get into having a nice hat with feathers to give it some zing . . . and a feather boa may work nicely for the trim on her blouse or sweater. I’m also thinking of making her into a 20’s flapper . . . which would bring a more fun and somewhat whimsical flavor to your garden — a delightful display for a summer celebration.
As for Mr. Scarecrow, I’d find a bushel basket for his body and also add a papier-mache pumpkin head. I absolutely adore his sports coat and hat. His attire could be altered to fit in the season or the formality of your vegetable or flower garden.
Initially, I thought of Laurel and Hardy when I glanced at this pair of happy scarecrows.
This is a spring project that will “grow” with me throughout the summer and fall. Then to be replaced with snowmen that could be equally fun and delightful to dress up until we return to spring. I just love it when home and yard decor can be fun and last for quite a few seasons. This jolly pair would also be welcome for Thanksgiving.
I know you’re thinking!! I can feel the excitement of getting started on your happy pair of scarecrows.
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