Author: Tim Kime

Rethink your next DIY project by painting against the grain. Layer differing paint colors in opposing directions for a woven, intriguing look. This technique will produce results that will make you want to break other rules, too!

Does anyone really collect those little statues and tchatchkes anymore? These collectibles won’t collect dust, but will attract cool creeps when you transform them into eye-bulging, chill-enducing Halloween decorations. These aren’t your Grandmother’s little knick-knacks anymore—unless she’s the Bride of Frankenstein, that is!

You will lose your head having so much fun when you turn outdoor plant holders into creepy Halloween decorations. Combine the talents of Martha Stewart with Freddy Krueger by upcycling mannequin heads and metal plant holders into these spine-chilling, gory pieces that will make your trick-or-treaters shriek with delight!

Don’t let the high price of Halloween centerpieces leave you shaking in your shoes. For just a few dollars, you can easily make your table fearsomely festive with simple accessories, some black paint and a whole lot of ghoulishly good fun! This easy DIY project takes household items from “blah” to “Boo!” in several simple steps.