Friday, October 30, 2020

Simple Halloween Garland




Hello there!!  I hope all is well for you and yours out there in the bloggersphere and beyond!!  All of my Halloween decorating was completed a few weeks ago, however, today I thought I would share a last-minute tutorial of the super simple garland I made this year.


This is really a variation of the same method I used to make my Fall Harvest Runner years ago.  You may view that tutorial in the archives here


 


To create this garland, you will need:


Crafting mesh 

Faux white pumpkins (or in my case, faux pumpkins that have been spray painted white)

Spooky elements like spiders, bats, skulls, et cetera

Ribbon

Faux black flowers and/or foliage

Paper clips

Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Scissors


I began by layering my ribbon over the mesh.



Try to make sure it is centered.



Flip over and glue into place sporadically down the length of the mesh, approximately every two inches or so.



In the exact middle of the garland (or where it will center over my doors) is where I placed the most detail.  It is also where I began to add the faux foliage elements.  Place the larger floral stems onto the ribbon,



and use extra ribbon to reinforce.  I love this sparkly, glittery option.  Hot glue to hold together.



Add the larger elements here as well.  Hello, Mr. Spider!!



For the addition of the skulls, I used paper clips.



Cut standard paper clips into thirds, which will make them into small hooks.


Gently push the paper clip portion into your skulls.



Glue into place.



You may now thread the foliage stems through the hanger you have just created and add to your garland, reinforcing with ribbon where needed.



For the addition of the pumpkins, I had to spray paint these little blue pumpkins because all of the white ones were sold out at the 99 Cent Store.  Luckily, I already had some paint on-hand.  I began by removing the tops of the pumpkins and then painting.  Allow for dry time.



To create anchoring hooks for the pumpkins, this time I used medium gauge wire I had leftover from another project.


  


I simply cut it into sections, folded each section into little loops, and gently pushed it into the tops of my pumpkins.  I then replaced the stems.  You may also opt to add additional hot glue to reinforce if you prefer.


  


Finally, add your elements down the length of your garland, and hang in place.  Viola!!



More shots of the detail.




If you would like to see this garland featured in my 2020 Halloween House tour, you may view the post on my blog Parsimonious Décor Darling here.


Stay safe, take care, and Happy Halloween!!


Where to buy:

Ribbon, skulls, bats, clip-on spiders, large spider, black roses, and pumpkins, all, The 99 Cent Store

Crafting mesh, The Dollar Tree

Black dahlias and faux berry sprays,  Hobby Lobby



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Spooky-Cool Halloween Wreaths




I just love celebrating and decorating for each holiday, don't you!!?  I also love making simple crafts specific for holidays that are unique and just my style.  Today, I am sharing how I made these super-cute and very festive Halloween wreaths for my front doors.  I hope you enjoy the post!!


To make your spooky-cool wreath(s), you will need:

Dried grapevine wreaths

Assorted Halloween ribbon 

Black spray paint

Various faux Halloween flowers and foliage

Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Light-up Halloween wall decoration

Twist-ties


I began by spray-painting the grapevine wreath black.  Allow time for the wreath to dry completely.  

Next, you will affix the ribbon to your wreath.  I used two different ribbons to create my wreaths.  The first was a harlequin design, and the other is the a soft velvet ribbon in black.


I find that wired ribbon is the best ribbon to use when making bows.  The easiest way to make a bow is using a Bowdabra.


  


The use of the Bowdabra takes all of the guesswork out of making your bow loops even.  I used their twist and fold bow method.

You may see their tutorial via YouTube here: 


 

Use the twist ties to hold your bows together and also use twist ties to affix the ribbon bows to the wreath.  You may also dot a small amount of hot glue to the wreath and glue the ribbon directly onto the grapevine for additional sturdiness.  

Finally, glue foliage at varying places alongside the edge of your wreath.


I chose soft grey velvet pumpkins, dark green berry sprays, black roses, and soft grey caspia-like stems.  Here are some closeups of the detail.   



You will also note that when it is here on the pantry, you can clearly see the light-up art.  I really like these little plaques, they are super-cute!!



Here is a look at the wreaths on my front doors:




Right:




Left:




If you would like to see these featured as part of my 2020 Halloween tour, you may visit the post on my blog Parsimonious Décor Darling here.



Where to buy:

Black flowers, black ribbon, light-up wall decoration, and harlequin ribbon, all:  The 99¢ Store                Dried grapevine wreaths and dark green berry sprays, Hobby Lobby                                                          Dark caspia stems and mini pumpkins, Michael's


Happy Haunting!!  Please be safe and well!




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