Tag Archives: halloween

You don’t need a whole costume to nail Halloween! One great accessory and a little hot glue can carry the night. If you’re staring at the calendar wondering how October got so far along, this one’s for you. Every project below can be made in an evening (most in under an hour) using a few […]

Remember shelf sitters? Those little dangly-legged decorations perched on every mantel, bookshelf, and windowsill in the 90s? They’re back, and they’re making the rounds on social media. Today I’m sharing my original Halloween shelf sitter project, a throwback that’s quick and easy to sew, with a free pattern so you can make your own. This […]

Halloween is a time to show off your creativity, from your costume to the decorations, and even the bag you use for trick-or-treating! Skip the store-bought plastic buckets this year and make your own DIY Trick-or-Treat Bag that’s unique and reusable. Whether your style is spooky, cute, or inspired by your favorite character, this project […]

Halloween is creeping around the corner, and what better way to get into the spooky spirit than with some fun, DIY Halloween projects? Whether you’re hosting a Halloween bash or getting the kids ready for trick-or-treating, creating your own treat bags and decorations can add a personal touch to the festivities. Plus, it’s a great […]

Is your garage door ready for Halloween? One of the simplest yet most impactful ways to spookify your home is by turning your garage into a giant monster face! With just a few materials and a little creativity, you can create a menacing or goofy monster garage cover that will have trick-or-treaters talking all night. […]

Are you ready to bring a little bit of the bizarre and a lot of the fun to your next gathering? Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, a movie night, or just want to show off your love for all things strange and unusual, a Beetlejuice-inspired tablescape is the perfect way to set the scene. […]

The bewitching season is upon us, and you’ve suddenly found yourself hosting a last-minute Halloween party. There’s no need to stress! While it may feel like the clock is ticking ominously, we’ve got you covered with some wickedly creative DIY decor ideas that will transform your space into a haunted haven in no time. Whether […]

As the leaves begin to change and a crisp chill fills the air, the enchanting season of Halloween comes knocking at our doors. It’s that time of year when creativity takes center stage, and the thrill of crafting something utterly charming and a tad spooky fills our hearts. What better way to celebrate this bewitching […]

Spooky season is here! It’s the perfect time to make adorably creepy creatures for yourself or as gifts for others. If you enjoy sewing, check out the three-in-one free pattern in my tutorial for how to make big eyes critters. For the crafters, check out this giant spider tutorial for Halloween. If you enjoy crochet […]

There’s a twister! Use Poly-Fil Dark & Light to make a one of a kind Halloween costume with this tornado costume tutorial. My son is so excited to wreak havoc with this costume! The second he put it on he was twirling all over the yard and shouting “I’m a tornado!” Thanks to the ultra […]

Fall brings crisper temps, pumpkin spice, hay rides, and Halloween! What’s not to love about this time of year? Autumn also is host to National Sewing Month, giving you yet one more reason to head to your sewing machine and start making. I recently shared several beautiful and easy to make fall themed projects, and […]

Halloween is one of our favorite holidays here at Fairfield and we always LOVE the surprising, amazing, and creative tamago4d login ways that our designers use our Oly*Fun® material. Check out these spooky cute 13 Last-Minute Halloween Crafts created with Oly*Fun!     What is Oly*Fun?   Oly*Fun® from Fairfield™ is one of the easiest, […]

Are you as excited about Halloween as we are?  This holiday is the perfect excuse to craft and DIY your little heart out!  From costumes to home decor, there are lots of projects to make.  We have several fun costume and decor ideas to share with you, as always. When it comes to costume making, […]

If you thought Poly-Fil was just for stuffing pillows and plushies, then we’d like to open your eyes to another world of possibilities:  Halloween costumes!  Costumes made using Poly-Fil are creative, lightweight, and affordable to make. Since Halloween is around the corner, we’ve rounded up twelve awesome costumes that you can make yourself using Poly-Fil. […]

Candy corn craft ideas with CSI Project.  Plus we have a Rafflecopter giveaway for some fun Oly*Fun Material so you can create what ever you want.  You pick the colors too. Plus at the very bottom we have a recipe for candy corn cookies.  The CSI Project created three candy corn crafts to inspire you for […]

A halloween costume is a fun thing to make. Need some last minute Halloween ideas? You are probably starting to think about Halloween costume ideas since the deadline is near. The stores are down to bare bones now so it is time to get creative. No worries though because here are 24 last minute Halloween costume ideas […]

Easy Oly*Fun Harry Potter Costume w/ No-Sew Option by Polly from Pieces by Polly, and I’m back guest blogging for Fairfield with another Happy Harry Potter post today as part of the Happy Harry Potter Series at Raegun Ramblings.  Lots of bloggers will be sharing new Harry Potter themed projects everyday for the next week and a […]

Every Dress up box needs a princess Tiara… or maybe two.  This DIY tutorial will help you to make sure that you always have a Tiara on hand. Great for dress-up, costumes, or princess parties. A different color tiara for every princess. This is a simple project that even your little prince or princess can […]

Halloween is next week.  If you haven’t already, you are probably starting to think about Halloween costume ideas. The stores are down to bare bones now so it is time to get creative. No worries though because here are 16 creative Halloween costume ideas to inspire you!  There is a tutorial for each costume.   You […]

Fall is in the air!  I love to decorate with pumpkins in the fall, because they’re a decorative accent that last from September through Thanksgiving.  Fabric pumpkins are a great way to get your crafting fix and to create decorative accents that match your home perfectly.  Here is a fun round up of different ways […]

I made these DIY cat ears and tail using Oly*Fun, fiberfil, and glitter. My daughter needed a simple costume that she could wear at school and a couple of parties. We agreed that a black cat costume would be the most comfortable. This is her 2nd Halloween costume for this year. Her 1st is a […]

Spider Web Door Decor Decorating for Halloween means putting up all the creepy, spooky, and crawly critters you can… including spider webs! When I decided to decorate the door for Halloween with spider webs, I knew that making my spider webs with Oly*fun would be absolutely perfect! To make the Spider Web Door Decor you only […]

Are you looking for a easy-to-make, silly, homemade costume for you or your kid? Have I got the project for you! Just follow this simple tutorial on how to make your own rain cloud, put on your favorite rain coat, and you’re good to go!  This rain cloud costume with bring a little sunshine to […]

These DIY Oly*Fun fabric spikes are great for costumes. You can make them in any size and color. They are less expensive than real spikes and are squishy, which makes them kids safe. Put them on the back of a hoodie for a dinosaur costume. Add them to a jacket, vest or skirt for a […]

I love the look of stuffed fabric pumpkins for Autumn decor. I decided to use lots of Oly*Fun to create various sizes of pumpkins to decorate my porch and house this year. Oly*fun is a great for outdoor projects and the pumpkins look great on my covered porch. SUPPLIES: Oly*Fun Grab & Go Packs in Orange Crush, Pine, Snow […]

  Supplies for Dog Collar Tie: oly*fun™ Jelly, Orange Crush, Jet Black & Snow White Optional – spider applique ( button/fabric marker or embroidery thread and needle) Pattern Available – Leave a comment at www.lorinemason.com/blog and I will forward you a copy of the pattern Basic Sewing Supplies; Sewing machine, Iron, Pressing cloth,  Needle & Thread […]

Make an Olyfun Halloween Garland for your front foor.  The Halloween Banner by Guest Designer Jen Goode is a fun, bright and whimsical decoration that you can use almost anywhere. The Olyfun material is weather friendly too. Use Olyfun to create a fun handmade Halloween garland you can use both outside or in. No matter […]

I’ve made many costumes over the years. Each Halloween is another challenge to make something my daughter will love. This year I chose to take part in a Halloween DIY round up, so I had to get started much earlier than normal. After much brainstorming about, my daughter and I decided on a DIY Weeping Angel […]

    It’s just about Autumn and with that comes the time to start decorating the home with all things warm, cozy and fun! While I adore the Fall season, I have VERY LIMITED “Fall weather”. We live in the South where we have three seasons of warm weather and a cold minute. During the […]

If you want to make your own Halloween costume but are short on time, I’ve got a great project for you. This no-sew hula girl costume can be made in less than an hour, and you don’t have to sew a thing! This is an easy last minute project, and an affordable way to dress […]

My kids absolutely love using countdowns to holidays and Halloween is no exception! I designed this fun Halloween Countdown banner because I knew my kids would get a kick out of moving the ghost down each window until he reached the door on Halloween day. tamago4d Using Oly*Fun totally made this the easiest fabric banner […]