Day One of My Five Days of Halloween Magic is Here! 🎃
Hello, my crafty friends! I can barely contain my excitement as I kick off what might be my favorite series of the year - Five Days of Halloween Cards! I'm sure you've been eagerly waiting for spooky season to arrive, and today we're diving in headfirst with the most adorable little ghosties you've ever seen.
Meet Today's Stars: The Sweet Boo Bundle
I'm absolutely smitten with the Sweet Boo Bundle from Scrapbook.com - and let me tell you why this bundle has stolen my heart! With stamps, dies, and coordinating papers all in one perfect package, it's like they read my crafty mind. But here's the twist that made me giggle with delight: instead of going full-on spooky, I decided these little ghost girls needed a feminine, party-ready makeover!
The Magic Behind the Card
Picture this: ghostie girls who are ready to paint the town pink! Here's how I brought this vision to life:
The Foundation:
- Base: Petal Pink cardstock (8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼")
- Two gorgeous pattern papers at 5½" x 4¼" - one playful plaid, one solid beauty
- Inside piece: 3¾" x 5" (because the inside deserves love too!)
The Show-Stopping Frame: I reached for my beloved Nested Stitched Stamps Dies from Scrapbook.com and cut not one, not two, but THREE layers! Trust me on this - that extra dimension makes all the difference and gives your card that professional, "wow, did you really make this?" look.
Bringing the Characters to Life: Here's where the real fun happened with my Stampin' Blend markers:
- The Bat: Dark Gray Granite with touches of Light Petal Pink (because even bats can be pretty!)
- The Ghosts: Light Smoky Slate as the base, then I used my Blender Pen to create those perfect soft shadows, finishing with Light Petal Pink for their sweet, rosy cheeks
The Final Sparkle: No Beth card is complete without a little magic, so I added Wink of Stella to both the ghosts and bat - because who doesn't love a little shimmer? Those clear iridescent gems from Pretty Pink Posh were the perfect finishing touch, like little dewdrops of sparkle!
Why I'm Head-Over-Heels for This Card
What makes my heart sing about this creation is how it proves that Halloween doesn't always have to be dark and spooky. Sometimes our ghostie friends just want to get glammed up and have a party! The soft pink tones mixed with traditional Halloween elements create something that feels both festive and fresh.
I'm practically bouncing in my craft chair thinking about what we'll create together tomorrow! This is just day one, friends, and I have four more days of Halloween magic planned that I simply cannot wait to share with you.
Your Turn to Share!
I'd love to know - are you team spooky or team sweet when it comes to Halloween crafting? Drop a comment and let me know which direction your creative heart pulls you!
See you back here tomorrow for day two of our Halloween adventure!
Crafting with love and a little bit of magic,
Beth ✨
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