Fun Halloween Crafts

Halloween is just around the corner and I have found some fun Halloween craft ideas to share with you.

Truth is that we Australians do not traditionally celebrate Halloween, much to the disappointment of my Miss 10 who loves the idea of collecting lollies (or candy). And I know that spooky costumes and ghastly decorations appeal to my Master 14 as well.

I do not think that we are the only ones down here in Australia who are longing to join in on the scary fun. Just this week when visiting one of my local craft supply shops I was met with cobwebs on the staircase and witches hats piled high on the shelves. Yes I am confident that Halloween has finally found us down here in the land of Oz.

Let's face it, Halloween is another wonderful chance for those passionate about craft and sewing to let their creative flare shine through. With this in mind I have collected some fun Halloween craft ideas for you. Take a few minutes to be inspired.

Which one is your favourite idea?
After looking at these Halloween crafts I feel like joining in on the fun don't you?

Trouble is I have not left much time to get organized. Thankfully I have  a few Halloween craft projects already made from last year that I can sprinkle around the house. One of which is a Halloween Redwork Embroidery and a Witch doll.

The pattern for both these Halloween craft projects at listed on the Stitching Cow website, simply click the links here for more details.

Happy Halloween crafting!
Warmly Lenna

Cute Little Bird to Sew

Looking for a bird pattern to sew?

I have this thing for birds. Not any kind of birds, just cute little birds like the ones that hop around my garden.

In light of this it's not surprising that I fell head over heals in love with this little bird at a recent craft fair. There were lots of them perched in all different positions just waiting for someone to take them home. I was even more excited to see patterns for sale because I had a strong feeling that I could not just stop at sewing one of these little guys.

That afternoon Miss 10 and myself sat down and stitched our very own little red breasted bird. He was so much fun to sew. Quick and easy too! He was finished within a few short hours.

He now takes pride of place on top of one of my button jars.

Although he does look a bit lonely, I think I need to sew a few more birds to keep him company. Recently while looking at some new books at Amazon I was delighted to discover this:

Little Birds: 26 Handmade Projects to Sew, Stitch, Quilt & Love (Design Collective)

Packed with over 26 different birds to sew I know I must have this book for my collection. Take  a look at this peacock:

If you would like to join in on the fun and sew a bird just like these, click here for more information.

Until next time happy bird sewing.
Warmly Lenna

PS  Many people have written to me wanting to know where to get their own pattern for the little bird I made.
I have included a link for you here
The pattern I used was from The Paper Shed.
Here is the website for you:

http://thecrafthive.com/take-away-craft/the-fat-sparrow/

Enjoy!
Warmly Lenna