Last-Minute

The flittermouse. The flying fox. The bat. However you name it, this winged creature has etched out a permanent spot in the Halloween hall of fame – equal parts eerie …

I love intricate costume pieces. I love detail and craftsmanship. I love the richness and how it elevates a look.

Armed with a hot glue gun, felt, paper, fabric, and other odds and ends, I’ve been known to quickly create something from nothing in under two hours.

I haven’t been to a circus since our kiddos were little, but we enjoyed the acrobatics and the animals. The clowns? Not so much.

With the clock ticking and no time to spare, grabbing a glue gun, some felt, and embellishments may be all that’s needed to pull off that costume or party piece.

Of all the iconic images often associated with Halloween, the bat is among my favorites.

It’s rare that I find myself in the position of needing more Halloween decorations. After all, we have enough to decorate several houses.

Last year, I added a coloring page for a sugar skull mask to the Haunted Library. There was no blog post, but I highlighted it in the Making Make Believe …

With the Fa-La-La-La-La behind us, it’s time to ring in the New Year! After being behind all season, I’m finally caught up, and I look forward to welcoming in 2023.

Handmade, vintage costumes are some of my most favorite pieces in the costume closet.

Valentine’s Day is less than a week away, and I’m still over here crafting some heartfelt accessories to wear for the occasion.

What’s the most popular costume? That is one of the most asked questions I get when someone finds out I live in a world of costumes.