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Quick Halloween Cards

By KariV on October 15, 2019 in Halloween, Paper Crafting

Hello! Sometimes I need a quick card, so today I’m showing you some easy Halloween cards with only minimal supplies! I’m using the same Fall Sampler stamp set to make two very different Halloween Cards.

Here’s the first one:

I love this stamp set, there are so many sentiments perfect for Fall, Thanksgiving, Halloween, AND Winter. I love a stamp set with lots of uses…it is great on the budget, too! 🙂

Here’s a video to show you the process and how quick it is, watch it below or on YouTube:

These cards are so fun, and there’s no coloring involved (which is sometimes a plus when you are in a hurry)!

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!

So what do you think? Are you going to give this technique a try? Thanks so much for stopping by!

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Halloween Time

By KariV on October 31, 2014 in Halloween, Holidays, Paper Crafting

I had such a fun time making a few Halloween cards this year for my out-of-town nephews. I even made one for my grandma! Here they are:

Here’s to a safe and fun Halloween!

Supplies Used:
Stamps: Mama Elephant
Dies: Mama Elephant
Ink: Distress Inks, Distress Markers

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Dose of Sunshine Monday: Happiness is…

By KariV on October 28, 2013 in Halloween, Inspiration

“Happiness is not so much in having as in sharing.”

I agree with that statement. Do you?

I had such a great time handing out my Halloween Treat Sacks to my neighbor kids and my nephews over the weekend. In no time flat, they had those things torn apart and the candy devoured! But it was all worth it because I had a great time and I sure do love those kids. 🙂

For this Monday, ponder on that statement and see if sharing something DOES make you happy.

Tonight, I’m off to share some {Halloween} Peach jam! See you next time.

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Caramel Frosted Pumpkin Cookies

By KariV on October 11, 2013 in Dessert, Halloween, Recipes

I love Fall baking! These are some of my favorite pumpkin cookies…the frosting is SO good. I’m sharing the recipe over on Mom Endeavors…and I think you’re going to love it! Check it out here.

While you’re there, leave a comment and let Sara know just how fantastic these look. 😉 Thanks friends!

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Halloween Treat Sacks — A tutorial (and a free printable!)

By KariV on September 28, 2013 in Halloween, Paper Crafting

I have Halloween on my mind. I know, I know…it’s only September! First, mini pumpkin pies and now Halloween in September! But these little DIY Treat Sacks are so fun to make and share, that I HAD to show you how to make them.

These little sacks are made from 1 sheet of paper and really can be used for ANY occasion. But filling them and decorating them with Halloween is super-fun. 🙂

All you have to do is take 1 sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 paper and fold it up. It’s kinda like folding up an awesome note to pass around in jr. high, only this time it turns into the best little treat sack (and that’s better than a folded up note, right?!)

I made a video of just how to do this. Check it out:

And for those of you who like simple, I created a printable Halloween tag you can use to dress up your treat sacks! It’s a chalkboard printable with a Halloween bat…a nice little combo. My nephew always says “Spoo-oooky” at this time of year, and that’s just the word I used for this printable! (Hi, Porter!)

To download this tag, first like my page here

Then download the pdf here: halloween tag 6 up

For a little added fun, take a spider ring and cut off the ring part. Attach it to a paperclip with a glue dot or hot glue, and sparkle it up with a little glitter glue on the body of the spider (see picture below). These work perfect to attach the tag to the treat sack. You can also punch a hole in the top of the sack and tie it together with ribbon.

So try your hand at making these little sacks. They would be perfect for a party favor, or to dress up a Halloween themed dinner table. I’m making some for my neighbor kids.