Last Minute October Crafts

I can’t believe that Halloween is in two days! I am still on the fence as to whether to wear a costume or not. I kind of want to crochet a skunk hat and DIY a skunky costume. Why would I want to do that? Who wouldn’t?!

Actually, yesterday the kids were talking about the costume parade at school last year. Pea was a scarecrow (all Kindergartners are required to be scarecrows!) and Pork Chop was a Skylander called “Stink Bomb.” Pork Chop was recalling how the sweet kids in his class year made fun of him and called him a “skunk.” He even groaned, “Why would I be a skunk. Nobody dresses up like a skunk for Halloween.”

Guess who’s Filipino mom bought her a skunk costume in the 80’s when she was in grade school? Not only was it a skunk costume, it was a cheap 80’s plastic skunk costume. The cheap plastic inseam split so I was a skunk who split her pants.

Ironically–and this does not mean I am turning into my mother–Pork Chop has dressed up like a skunk in the past and he LOVED it.

I’m the queen of last minute DIY costumes. Okay…I am the queen of last minute everything. So in the event that you are similarly afflicted, check out the fantastic last minute October crafts that were linked up to Family Fun Friday last week.

Living Life and Learning’s Monster Math Worksheets make learning FUN!

I want this Monster Door Stops from Seasoned Homemaker. The stylish simplicity is right up my alley.

Your Vibrant Family shared these adorable Easy Pumpkin Rice Krispies.

If you want some yummy treats that also dress up your tablescape, look no further than these Easy Pumpkin Rice Krispies from Embark on the Journey. 

Last but not least, I want to make these Monster Door Stops from Art Club Blog to use as paperweights. I love them so much I want to look at them every single day.

Thank you all for linking up!

ONTO THIS WEEK’S PARTY!

MEET OUR FAMILY FUN FRIDAY HOSTESSES:

Monica created Family Fun Friday and blogs at HappyandBlessedHome.comwhere she shares, easy recipes, free preschool tools and printables, encouraging words for moms, and ideas for having fun together as a family. Follow: Blog / Facebook /Pinterest /Twitter/Google + /Bloglovin’/Instagram. Monica will round-up all the Family Fun Friday posts.
Herchel enjoys blogging about parenting, organizing, crafting, and having good old-fashioned kid fun on her blog Gym, Craft, Laundry. Follow: Blog /Facebook/Pinterest/Twitter /Google +. Herchel will feature organizing and family fun.
Heather blogs at Life of a Homeschool Mom where she shares her heart for homeschooling, resources and freebies for homeschooling moms everywhere. She and her husband are raising three beautiful girls. Follow: Blog/ Facebook / Pinterest / Twitter / Instagram/Google+. Heather will feature fabulous tips and resources for Homeschoolers.
Whitney blogs at That Square Plate. She loves cooking small, flavorful dishes with fresh ingredients, and seafood! She was a picky eater growing up and now she aims to catch up on all she missed! Follow: Blog / Facebook / Pinterest / Twitter/ Instagram/ Bloglovin. Whitney will feature delicious and easy recipes.

 

To PIN a specific blogger’s post please click through and pin directly from their site. If you’re a mom keep reading because we have some wonderful fun ideas to inspire you with your little ones and family. My blogging friends are linking up craft ideas, fun in the kitchen, preschool & homeschool ideas, and ways to spend time as a family.
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