On the calendar, September brings visions of leaves starting to turn, morning dew-covered grass, and crisp, cool evenings. Not happening …
Two things that haunt my studio in abundance: Halloween fabric and thrifted picture frames. Rarely are either of these purchased …
Ever on the hunt for haunted treasures, I try to keep my eyes open whenever a code orange opportunity presents …
In my haunted house, this month marks the unofficial kickoff of the spooky season. As the sweltering late-summer days begin …
Welcome to Making Make Believe, your year-round home for vintage haunts, handmade magic, and a modicum of mischief. Guided by a love for cozy nostalgia, vintage memorabilia, and eerie elegance, I design unique Halloween decor and costume pieces right from my curiosity-filled studio. I'm so glad you're here to celebrate the spooky season with me. Whether you want to spark your own creative mischief or explore the exclusive designs waiting inside The Haunted Library, you've found your people.
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