Three Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Cup of Jo

Three Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Cup of Jo

I was recently asked by my one of my absolute favorite blogs, Cup of Jo, to to come up with a few easy DIY costumes using clothes from one of my favorite kid’s brands, Primary as a base. Starting with solid color leggings and t-shirts is how I made most of my real-life kid’s costumes as well as those that I’ve made as a professional crafter. I was tasked with making them doable “even for people who are hopelessly uncrafty”, my favorite challenge! The following costumes are no-sew, quick to put together, and utilize a few items that you might have around the house!

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Fun-To-Make Balloon Birds!

Fun-To-Make Balloon Birds!

These little balloon birds are from our book, Paper Goods Projects, and are so much fun to make! Water balloons and cupcake papers are the main materials, so you may even have these on hand! (Tissue paper or another lightweight paper for the wings would work too if you don't have cupcake papers.) They're perfect for a birthday party or shower decoration. We hung them from helium balloon "clouds" with a little adhesive dot, so easy! 

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How to Throw a Fun Egg Decorating Party!

How to Throw a Fun Egg Decorating Party!

In this month's Family Fun magazine, I worked on the story "How to Host an Easter Egg Decorating Party" with ideas for kid-friendly crafts, decorating and treats! I'm sharing some behind-the-scene snapshots of the ideas, some in-progress. Pick up the March issue of Family Fun or click this link for more images and printable templates for some of the crafts!

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