FELT FALL LEAF GARLAND - how-to

Oh, Fall!  I love, love, love it - all the crunchy leaves, caramel apples, pumpkin everything, hayrides, apple orchards, beautiful colors, and harvest moons.

I wanted to bring the magic of this short season indoors, so I made (da-da-dum) a felt garland of leaves! I wanted to decorate with something that could keep the house looking cozy and happy 'til Thanksgiving and that I could use year after year (provided that I can find it). 

Click here for the template that I used.


DIY YARN POM POMS - no tools needed


I love pom poms - they just add so much fun to anything.  Here's a quick step-by-step guide to making your own.  You can make them any size and any level of puffiness that you want.  I've used mine on pillows, hats, mittens, blankets, and slippers, but the possibilities are almost endless!  Have fun!


THE ART OF ARTICHOKES



Artichokes can be really intimidating.  I get stabbed by their little prickers every time I handle them and I hadn't even tried them until I started dating the Man (I thought his family was really fancy because they had artichokes for dinner - blew my mind!).

Now, I love them.  Really, truly.  Just steamed and dipped in garlic butter.  That sweet, earthy goodness and rich melted butter is one of life's greatest eating pleasures.  So, don't be afraid of these angry-looking cousins of the thistle - it is worth every bit of work!


HAPPY HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN GRAPHICS - free printable


Here is a lovely pumpkin graphic for Halloween that I sketched just for you.  You can print it for treat bag tags, cupcake toppers, placeholders for a Halloween party, or just print and frame it for some easy Halloween decor.  Enjoy!




FALL LEAF LINE DRAWING TEMPLATE - free printable

Here is the printable that I drew to make the Felt Fall Leaf Garland.  You can use it as a template for other fun fall or Halloween crafts, too.  So, without further ado, here it is, just click on the picture and you can download, print, or save it:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9lX15rLaMHpU1J5b0RCQkhfWjA/edit?usp=sharing



Ombre Chevron Thank You Card Free Printable Template


Here's a cheery little thank you card that may come in handy with Christmas just around the corner.  Just click on the image to print, save, or send the card.  Enjoy!



DIY TASSELS - under $5


I love the look of tassels and always have ideas for them around the house, but they're so darn expensive!  Just two tassels run you upwards of $3.00 at most craft stores, which is way too much for me.  So, I decided to make my own!  These were only about 12 cents each and made from embroidery floss.