Too Cute to be Scary – Handmade Card

Hi friends,

There’s still time to create a cute Halloween card! 🎃👻 Use my card below for inspiration even if you don’t have the same stamps, just use your favorites from your collection.

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This stamp set is called Happy Owl’oween from Unity Stamp Company. I stamped the cute little owl ghost with Memento Tuxedo Black ink on white card stock and colored him with Copic markers. I die cut around the image with these Scallops & Squares Nesting Dies and layered it to orange card stock die cut with the same set.

I stamped the sentiment with black ink on white card stock, die cut around it with the Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Nesting Dies, and layered it to purple card stock die cut with the same set.

To make the card, I layered patterned paper to purple card stock and attached it to a white card. The little owl ghost and the sentiment are attached to the card with foam tape.

Super cute and super quick to make – just in time to send out some fun Halloween greetings! 👻🎃

Anita

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Merry Christmas – October 2024 Christmas Card

Hi friends,

This month’s Christmas card is so quick and easy to make! I followed the {BYSHC} Sketch Challenge 50 and created this clean and simple card in just minutes. 🎄

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You can find my other monthly Christmas card creations in these posts…January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, and September.

I stamped the Pop Dots Background from Unity Stamp Company on white card stock with red ink. I used my Misti stamping tool and stamped the image twice to get a good impression.

I die cut the image using these Scallops & Rectangles Nesting Dies and layered it to green card stock die cut with the same set. Then I attached the piece to a white card.

I stamped the sentiment (this is a similar stamp) with red ink on a strip of white card stock and layered it to green card stock. The strip is attached to the card using foam tape. I finished the card by randomly glueing on a few green sequins.

Such an easy card to make! I think it would be so pretty in blue and white or silver, too. 🎄

Anita

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Crochet Griddle Stitch Baby Blanket

Hi friends,

My sweet goddaughter is expecting a little girl in a few weeks so of course I needed to make her a crochet baby blanket! 🙂 I created this pattern especially for her little one. 💕💕💕

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I stitched up the Griddle Stitch Baby Blanket with I Love This Yarn in Pink and White using an I/5.5mm crochet hook. It’s a one row repeat that’s perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. You can find the pattern below along with a link to a free PDF if you’d like to easily print it.

Crochet Griddle Stitch Baby Blanket 

Worsted Weight (4) yarn – approximately 16 ounces main color and 3 ounces border color. 

I used I Love This Yarn in Pink and White 

I/5.5mm hook

Stitches in US terms:

Chain – ch

Single crochet – sc

Double crochet – dc

Slip Stitch – ss

Ch 91 with Pink

Row 1: working in the back bump of ch, sc in 2nd chain from hook. Dc in next ch. Repeat alternating sc and dc across – ending with a dc in last ch. ch 1 and turn. (90 stitches)

Row 2: sc in first dc. dc in next sc. Repeat alternating sc and dc across row. ch 1 and turn. (90 stitches)

Repeat Row 2 until blanket measures approximately 32 inches. 

DO NOT TURN at the end of the last row. 

Begin working in Rounds. 

Continue working with Pink. 

Round 1: sc evenly around, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with ss to first sc. 

Change to White.

Round 2: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss, ch 1.  *skip 2 stitches, 5 dc in next stitch. ch 1, skip 2 stitches, sc in next stitch, ch 1* Repeat from * to * around. Join with ss to first sc. 

Round 3: ch 1. sc in first sc, ch 1.  *work 5 dc in center dc of shell, ch 1. sc in next sc, ch 1.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with ss to first sc. 

Fasten off and weave ends 

Finished blanket measures approximately 32 by 34 inches 

Here’s the free PDF…

This blanket would be so pretty in any color combo or even one solid color. I would love to see your creations!

Anita

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Halloween Greetings – Handmade Card

Hi friends,

Here’s a cute Halloween card that is simple, quick, and easy to make! 🎃

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The little witch is from the Little Boos stamp set from Unity Stamp Company. The sentiment is from the Cuddlebug Bat stamp set.

I stamped the witch with Memento Tuxedo Black ink on white card stock and colored her with the Copic markers in the photo below. Using these Scallops & Circle Nesting Dies, I die cut around the image and layered it to orange card stock die cut with the same set.

I stamped the sentiment with black ink on white card stock and die cut around it with these Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Nesting Dies. I layered the piece to orange card stock die cut with the same set.

To make the card, I layered orange card stock and purple polka dot patterned paper to a white card. The sentiment is attached directly to the card and the witch piece is attached to the card using foam tape. To finish the card and add a little bling, I attached 3 gold sequins.

It’s a cute and simple little card that comes together quickly and is great for sending Halloween Greetings! 🎃

Anita

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Christmas Gift Idea – Crochet Spa Cloths

Hi friends,

I have a great crochet Christmas gift idea to share with you today! 🎁 Crochet Spa Cloths made from soft cotton yarn will make your mom, sisters, and girlfriends feel so pampered. 🙂 And a little bonus – they can be gifted as dishcloths, too!


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Here are links to a few easy patterns I’ve created. Just click on the link below each picture to go to the free pattern.

Crochet Spa Cloth
Crochet Spring Spa Cloth
Crochet Granite Stitch Spa Cloth
Crochet Rice Stitch Cotton Spa Cloth
Crochet Blanket Stitch Spa Cloth
Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Spa Cloth
Crochet Suzette Stitch Spa Cloth

One way to gift spa cloths is to roll them up, tie them with a pretty ribbon, and add them to a basket along with some great smelling body wash or soaps. They also are pretty stacked and tied with a ribbon.

Gifting them as dishcloths? Include a small bottle of dish soap along with a couple of cute seasonal dish towels.

Crochet Spa/Dishcloths make great practical gifts and you can make them in any of her favorite colors. 🎄🎁

Anita

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Fall Muslin Treat Bags

Hi friends,

These muslin bags from Amazon measure about 4 by 6 inches and are the perfect size for putting together little Fall treat bags. Think Halloween treats or Thanksgiving favors at each seat at the dinner table or just little gifts for your friends. They’re super quick and easy to stamp so you can even make them up at the last minute. 😉

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I pulled out one of my favorite pumpkin stamps and stamped it using orange dye ink onto the bag. Then I added my sentiment with brown dye ink. Both of these stamps have been in my collection forever – use your favorites from your collection. Any Fall images and sentiments you may have will work great to make your treat bags.

A few ideas for treats to fill your bags are: tea bags in Fall flavors, chocolates, hard candies, stickers for the kids, mini soaps, or lip balm. I’m sure you can come up with many more ideas! Let me know what you put in your Fall Muslin Treat Bags! 🍁🍂🍁

Anita

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Cuddlebug Baby Cards

Hi friends,

Do you know about the cute Cuddlebug stamps at Unity Stamp Company? They are so cute and there are so many to choose from! 😊

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Some of them make the best baby cards. I used the Cuddlebug Fawn and the Cuddlebug Elephant to make these 2 cards.

I stamped the images with Memento Tuxedo Black ink and colored them with Copic markers. I used these colors for the Fawn E00, E31, E34, E35, RV32, BG000 and these colors for the Elephant R81, R85, C1, C2, BG000. I die cut around the images using these Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies and layered them to pink card stock cut with the same die set.

I die cut patterned paper with the same deckle die set and attached it to a white card. I attached the images to the card. I stamped the sentiments with pink ink on white card stock and die cut them with the smallest deckle die in the set. They are attached to the card using foam tape. Use your favorite baby sentiments on your cards.

Such sweet cards to welcome new little ones! 💕

Anita

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Happy Fall Sign

Hi friends,

This easy Happy Fall Sign comes together quickly and will add a little Fall color to your decor for the season.🍁🍂🍁

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I used a 6 by 6 inch stretched canvas, patterned scrapbook paper, a small wood pumpkin cutout, a “Happy Fall” wood cutout, various ribbons and a button for the bow, Mod Podge to adhere the paper, and foam tape.

First, trace the pumpkin on the back of one of the patterned papers and cut out just inside the pencil line. Trim the other paper to measure 6 by 6 inches to fit on the canvas. Using a foam brush, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to the canvas and adhere the paper, smoothing any wrinkles. Repeat with the pumpkin cutout. Once dry (it won’t take long!), apply a thin coat of Mod Podge over the top of both and let dry.

I attached the pumpkin to the canvas with foam tape. I left the “Happy Fall” unfinished and attached it to the pumpkin with foam tape. I created a Re-Fabbed bow and attached it to the corner of the canvas using E6000 clear adhesive. I tied a button with natural twine and glued it to the center of the bow.

This cute little sign will add a pop of Fall color to your tired tray, mantel, or anywhere else you decide to put it!🍂🍁🍂

Anita

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Little Crochet Pumpkin Cuddler

Hi friends,

Did you see this post with the cute Little Crochet Ghost Cuddler I made using the pattern from Heather Corinne Crochets? Well, she also has a pattern for this adorable Little Crochet Pumpkin Cuddler and you can find the pattern here. 🎃👻

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I used I Love This Yarn in Burnt Pumpkin with a G/4mm crochet hook to stitch up my pumpkin cuddler. You’ll also need a little brown for the stem and a tiny bit of black for the face along with some poly-fil for stuffing. The finished cuddler measures about 6 inches tall and 8 inches wide.

The Little Pumpkin Cuddler and the Little Ghost Cuddler look so cute together! 🎃👻

You can find the pattern for my Crochet Candy Corn Plush Pillow here if you’re interested. 🙂

Anita

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Boo to You! – Handmade Card

Hi friends,

This set called Boo to You from Unity Stamp Company is so cute! 👻 You can see another card I made with this set in this post.

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For this card, I stamped the ghost, kitty, and sentiment with Memento Tuxedo Black ink, colored them with the Copic markers in the photo below, and fussy cut around the images. I love these scissors for detail cutting.

I created the background by applying green and purple ink to white card stock with blender brushes. I die cut the piece using these Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies and layered it to black card stock die cut with the same set. I added a piece of Halloween patterned paper to a white card and attached the background piece with foam tape.

The stamped images are attached to the card with foam tape. To finish the card and add a little bling, I added 3 purple sequins.

Cute Halloween cards are so fun! 🎃👻

Anita

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