It appears that the thrift stores are putting out their Halloween backstock right about now. There were costumes galore and tons of Halloween paraphernalia. I was hoping to find some vintage Halloween items, but no such luck this time. But I never pass up a faux pumpkin (Funkin) when I see one. They cost a million dollars at Jo-Ann Fabrics.
I had this great idea to cut out a ghost and put it in the jar for the photo, since it was sitting next to a pumpkin and all. But, I didn't quite get the shape correct.
Nita at Mod Vintage Life showed her ghosts last year and I was dying to try one, but alas there was a disconnect between the vision in my head and my scissors. That happens quite a bit around here.
You can check out her post about the ghosts HERE, if you want to see a more realistic portrayal of a ghost. Less Casper-ish and more Ghost Busters-esque.
Because if you are going to make a ghost, at least make it look real.
Linking to Thrifty Thursday at Tales From Bloggeritaville and Open House Thursday at On Sutton Place.
Very cute Pam!~ I like your friendly ghost. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about holiday stuff costing the moon. Your ghost is very cute! Is is thrifty to drive 60 miles to a thrift store? I was going to do that today but re-thought it and said it was not very thrifty. Fun yes. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteYou are on a roll with Halloween. That is wonderful! I need to start getting my act together.
ReplyDeletexxx Liz
Loving that ghosty!! I think I'll throw up some of my fall stuff this weekend :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday!
Gail
I like the shape of that pumpkin, great buy:@)
ReplyDeleteI am probably way behind on this...but how in the world did you get your blog title pictures to change? Wow, I am really old fashioned...I really like that!
ReplyDeleteOk the word "Funkin" is my new favorite word!!! Hahaha that's so awesome! My cat's name is Lil' Punkin so technically she is a faux pumpkin... So I'm going to start calling her Funkin. =)
ReplyDeleteLoving your little ghostie.I think he is fine just as he is....and I went over and looked at the other ones too...very cute. It think maybe it is the thickness of the paper..her paper appears to be lighter weight. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteI think your ghost is wonderful. :o) Thanks for sharing with my Open House Party!
ReplyDeleteYour ghost is perfect. I really want to do some special jar-related Halloween crafts this season. I'm always encouraged to find another blogging friend who enjoys Halloween crafting as much as me. Have a lovely weekend!
ReplyDeleteI think I can hunt me up some interfacing somewhere in my fabric stash! These are adorable, Pam. Are ya loving' our cooler weather? I am- but I hope the rain stays away. My yard is a mud pit! This week should be the end of all my construction~
ReplyDeleteI like it! Wow 90 cents for a vintage blue canning jar with a zinc lid ~ what a score!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Susan and Bentley
Love your stuff!!! Be sure to check back on my blog next month when I really start getting into my Halloween, I think you'll like it!
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