Pumpkin decorating contest

 So at work we are doing a pumpkin decorating contest.  My inspiration was a Beholder. 

😍

 I didn't take pictures of the process of making this. I still have to touch up around the rim and the underside of the mushroom.  I used sculpy clay and a small salsa/dip jar. 

I put a Halloween flickering tealight from dollar tree inside.

You can see where I didn't bring the clay high enough.  I will just cover it in paint. 

Cthulhu

 My son loves H.P. Lovecraft. So, I am making this for him for Christmas. I obviously still have a ways to go. I carved the outline and wood burned. After I finish drawing it out, I will carve out. Not sure if I will paint or stain it yet. Still deciding. 

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One Christmas gift done

 My best friend has been my bestie since 7th grade. We have been through a lot over the years. She absolutely loves motorcycles and of course the men who ride them. 😉 Since she is coming to visit this weekend, I wanted to have her presents ready. 

I think they turned out ok. I really need to get smaller paint brushes. Had to use toothpicks. 🤦

Hope you like. 

Christmas.. Ugh

 Trying to start coming up with my ideas for Christmas gifts. I always do a mix of bought and handmade.  I haven't been feeling very holidayish lately. But i do have a couple ideas. My bestie loves motorcycles. So i plan on an etched shot glass and cup set. On that my struggle is what font i want to do. I etch by hand- no machine.  Decisions. For another friend who is pagan- a sign that says "No Soliciting- violators will be sacrificed to the Old Gods, not the New" 

Still trying to work on other ideas. 

What sounds better on a Sunday morning?

 This morning I was in the mood for bagels. I had found a recipe that i had to try. Just greek yogurt and flour... Of course I'm in. 

Almost forgot

 

Almost forgot to show the finished sign.

Cold weather comfort

 The cold weather has me craving comfort foods. I made a basic pie crust. Made a chicken pot pie with ingredients i had on hand. 

Made a pumpkin tart with the leftover pie crust. Didn't take a picture of it. Lol

October fun

 

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