Pretty Pumpkins - Day 4

If you know us at all, you know we're suckers for sparkle.  Ok, glitter really.  Linda will spray glitter just about anything.  So we selected these little mini pumpkins for Day 4 because they're called...wait for it... Glittered Pumpkins.

from Random Recast 

Here are the step-by-step instructions from stylist.com...

The process is pretty straightforward: Just brush the pumpkin with glue, then sprinkle with glitter. But to ensure success, follow these editor-tested tips:

- Elevate the pumpkin. To reach trickier places with ease (and allow excess glitter to settle), create a "pumpkin platform": place an old cooling rack atop a baking sheet lined with wax paper.

- Let the glue dry beforehand. In this craft, tacky is good. For maximum adhesion, let glue dry for 30 seconds-1 minute before applying glitter.

- Use nice glitter. There's nothing wrong with standard glitter, but it can be a little chunky. For the most sophisticated sparkle, try a finer glitter. I like Art Institute Ultrafine Glitter.

This would be stunning on larger pumpkins as well, so get your glitter on and show some sparkle.

Elementally,

Michele and Linda

Pretty Pumpkins - Day 3

Today's pumpkin inspiration is from Country Living magazine and for those of you who love decoupage, this is the one for you.


Front and center on the cover...actually made me buy the magazine because the possibilities are endless!

These were inspired by the CL cover here

Love this one that is all over Pinterest...

You can use paper (scrapbooking, wrapping paper, etc) or fabric.  Mod Podge or watered down white glue to adhere and seal your paper or fabric, a pair of scissors and you're all set. Cut the paper/fabric in strips to fit your pumpkin and attach with Mod Podge.  The glue seals your pumpkins if you use real ones so they should last long into the season.  This is another way to put a completely personal spin on how you decorate for Fall and that's what makes your home...well, your home!

Elementally,

Michele and Linda