'Spooky' Sign for Halloween

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 OK, so maybe it's not so spooky, but that's what it says!
Welcome back to 10 on the 10th, a group of bloggers sharing ideas and inspiration for less than $10.  Our theme this month is Fall and after a quick trip to the dollar store, I decided to make a cute sign for Halloween.  
It all started with three little metal words and I truly thought I had my plan in place.  In addition to a piece of wood, here's what I was working with:
I carefully spray painted the word 'Spooky' in black and the cat with black craft paint.  The wood was painted white and then I decided it needed some purple.  Then I took a look at it and decided it was horrible.  That's right, I hated it!  
On to Plan B:
The wood was painted black and while that was drying I searched through my scrapbook paper where I found the perfect piece!
I cut enough of the bottom off to fit my piece of wood and Mod Podged it to the wood. 
Sorry, it's a little blurry, but, you know, camera in one hand, brush in the other....
Once that was dry a coat was added to the top. 
It was looking better already!
Since I had already drilled my holes, the wire was attached and I curled the ends.
Since a bow was going to be needed, I cut three pieces of ribbon, pinched them in the middle, and attached them with some wire.  
A black button was attached with hot glue.
And the bow was glued to the corner of the sign.
The word 'Spooky' was glued on and the sign was done!
A not-so-spooky Spooky Sign!

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Comments

  1. Patti @ Pandoras BoxSeptember 10, 2020 at 9:02 AM

    Cute sign!! I like how you distress the edges and the colors are so perfect for Halloween! Well done!

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2020 at 3:26 PM

      Thanks, Patti. The whole thing was a happy accident! LOL

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  2. Tammy Patina and PaintSeptember 10, 2020 at 9:12 AM

    So cute! Halloween is my favorite holiday. Love it!

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2020 at 3:28 PM

      Thank you, Tammy. When I was still teaching, it was not my favorite, but now that I'm retired, I'm enjoying it much more.

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  3. cloches and lavenderSeptember 10, 2020 at 9:21 AM

    So cute and I love the paint treatment you did, just enough spooky for me!

    Cindy

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2020 at 3:30 PM

      I don't do really scary Halloween. I've always felt this was a holiday for the little ones to enjoy.

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  4. decorateandmorewithtip.comSeptember 10, 2020 at 9:22 AM

    This is so adorable Ann. I stopped decorating for Halloween when my kids got older, but you have made me think about decorating this year. Love your sign. Great job!

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2020 at 3:31 PM

      I don't do a lot of decorating for Halloween. Just a few things inside and out for the trick-or-treaters.

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  5. French EtherealSeptember 10, 2020 at 8:46 PM

    Really fun idea, Ann!!! I love that you found that cute paper and that really did make the sign. <3

    Enjoy decorating for fall,
    Barb :)

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    1. AnnSeptember 10, 2020 at 10:14 PM

      Thanks, Barb. You know what they say about the 'best-laid plans' !!

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  6. Eclectic Red BarnSeptember 13, 2020 at 8:22 PM

    Ann,
    What a great sign. Even if it was not what you had planned, it turned out awesome.
    Hugs,
    Bev

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    1. AnnSeptember 14, 2020 at 2:50 PM

      Thanks, Bev. I guess sometimes things don't work out for a reason!

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  7. AnnSeptember 15, 2020 at 10:08 PM

    Thanks for stopping by, Marilyn.

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  8. Powell River BooksSeptember 16, 2020 at 2:02 PM

    I need to get back into crafting. I have three perfect large rocks that need painting to become a frog family on my front deck. - Margy

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    1. AnnSeptember 16, 2020 at 7:32 PM

      They sound like the perfect project! Thanks for stopping by, Margy.

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  9. Sum of their StoriesSeptember 17, 2020 at 4:34 AM

    I love your not so spooky spooky sign! I have the same 'one handed' photo issues as you I think! It's ok, a slightly less than perfect photo is better at showing us what to do than no photo at all :-)

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    1. AnnSeptember 17, 2020 at 2:23 PM

      Thank you, Julie. Blurry photos happen around here....real life!

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  10. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasSeptember 17, 2020 at 8:44 AM

    Adorable!! Love it!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  11. Sew Crafty CrochetSeptember 18, 2020 at 10:15 PM

    Adorable, spooky, and fun!

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  12. Ann ButlerSeptember 20, 2020 at 10:06 PM

    This is a fun project, thanks for joining the Linky Party! Please be sure and join us again this Wednesday (9/23) for our next Linky Party https://bellacraftspublishing.com/creative-crafts-linky-party-8/

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  13. Our Hopeful HomeSeptember 20, 2020 at 10:18 PM

    Such a cute sign! And isn't it funny how sometimes the project doesn't go as planned but ultimately works out? Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm. xo Kathleen

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  14. NaushSeptember 20, 2020 at 11:30 PM

    Perfect Halloween colors !! Love your cute sign, Ann. So glad you joined us at Meraki Link party.
    Naush

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    1. AnnSeptember 21, 2020 at 6:54 PM

      I'm happy to join you, Naush. Have a great week!

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2020 at 4:26 PM

    Your sign came out so well! Thanks for sharing with Creative Compulsions.

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

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    1. AnnSeptember 21, 2020 at 6:56 PM

      Thank you, Michelle. I'm so glad you stopped by!

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  16. Donna @ Modern on MonticelloSeptember 22, 2020 at 4:13 PM

    It sure is cute though! And easy to make. Thanks for sharing. #HomeMattersParty

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  17. Michelle @ The Painted HingeSeptember 24, 2020 at 4:59 PM

    Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Farmhouse Friday! We're featuring you at tomorrow's party!

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    1. AnnSeptember 24, 2020 at 7:33 PM

      Thank you so much for the feature, Michelle. I look forward to the party!

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  18. Cherelle | The Inspired PrairieSeptember 24, 2020 at 5:19 PM

    Cute sign! This method could be used for any sign and any holiday! Great idea :)

    Thanks for sharing your post with us on Embracing Home and Family link-up. I hope you join us again this Friday!

    -Cherelle

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    1. AnnSeptember 24, 2020 at 7:34 PM

      Thank you, Cherelle, and, you're right, it really can be used for any holiday.....stay tuned for future ideas!

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  19. janeNovember 13, 2020 at 8:49 AM

    Well done. It is looking hard but you done great job.

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