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Saturday, October 1, 2011

Welcome, Boo Bucket Tutorial and Giveaways

 
I am so excited that the day has finally arrived to kick off The Creative Patch!  Heather of Speckled Egg, Sarah of My So Called Junky Life and I have been working hard to bring you inspirational tutorials, digital downloads, kid’s corner, trash to treasure feature and special kits to help your creativity bloom.  We are excited to have Leah of Family Matters and Everyday Chatter, join us this month as our special Guest Gardener.
Do you have a special treat to share with your ghoulish goblin?  That special treat would look delightfully creepy in these cute Boo Buckets.  So simple and easy to assemble that you will want to make a lot of these Boo Buckets for all your little ghosts.
Supplies Needed:
Peat Pots
Burlap
Wire
Buttons
Glitter - Various Colors
Black Paint
Black Ink
Glitter Glue
Glue Sticks
Wire
Ribbon
Various Pattern Paper
Scalloped Circle Punch
Plastic Spider Rings

Dry brush black paint on burlap.  Let dry and adhere painted burlap and ribbon to pot.
Cut 2 strips of 1 1/4" x 12" Pattern Paper - and accordion fold each approximately 1/4".
Edge with black ink if wanted.

Adhere together to form circle.
 Push center down and adhere circle punch on front and back to hold pinwheel in place.
 Edge scalloped circle with glitter glue and add German Glass Glitter for a vintage look.  Add tulle if wanted.

 Using spider and assorted plastic rings for a fun accent on your boo buckets.
Add glitter glue to rings.
 Dip ring into glitter.  Once glue is dry cut off ring and adhere to boo bucket.
For handles use wire and punch hole through sides and wrap back around handles.  Using buttons and ribbon as accents on the wire.

You'll want to make all your little pumpkins these fun and easy buckets to fill up with yummy goodies.

Have fun creating!

And now for more fun....


We all joined together to offer 3 wonderful giveaways! 


Heather is offering...


I am offering some vintage goodies, including ephemera, vintage lace, vintage photo album pages, buttons, vintage millinery and a bottle of German Glass Glitter.
Sarah is offering....
ENTER TO WIN:
You will have until midnight on October 5th to enter. 

You will have three chances to win.
1.  Leave a comment here
2. Leave a second comment here letting us know that you added The Creative Patch button to your blog.
3. Leave a third comment here if you are a follower.  You won't want to miss all the tutorials, trash to treasure features, kid's corner, digital downloads and exclusive kits... so stay tuned by following.

It is that simple!  This giveaway is open to US bloggers only. Sorry!
 If you don't have a blog be sure to leave your email. 

Be on the lookout between now and Oct 6th for another creative tutorial.

Come back on October 6th as we announce our 3 winners
AND
we will be bring you some exclusive kits to help your creativity bloom.

See you soon here at The Creative Patch.

Sheila
Posted by Sheila Rumney at 3:24 AM
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91 comments:

  1. susanOctober 1, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Good luck with your fantastic endeavor!! Looks great.

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  2. margieOctober 1, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    I have all the stuff for this one!
    thanks

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  3. Leah COctober 1, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Beautiful boo buckets..love them:) Don't know if I can enter this giveaway, but I just wanted to say it's an awesome one!! Someone is going to be a very lucky winner!
    P.S. I am a follower and the button is on my blog sidebar;)

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  4. KaiOctober 1, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    WELCOME to BLOGLAND! I was so excited when I saw what Heather had written about Creative Patch! GREAT IDEA! And goodness knows, I can USE some tutorials! THANK YOU!

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  5. KaiOctober 1, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I also added your button to my blog!

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  6. KaiOctober 1, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    And, yes! I JUST added you to the blogs I follow! TA-DA!!!! LOL!

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  7. LeanneOctober 1, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    posting to enter the giveaway .... I look forward to seeing what's in store here!

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  8. Marsha @ Tattered ChickOctober 1, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    What a great tutorial!!! I am always amazed at people's creativity!!!

    What wonderful giveaways, WOW!!!!

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  9. Marsha @ Tattered ChickOctober 1, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    I'm already a follower :)

    xxoo
    Marsha

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  10. Marsha @ Tattered ChickOctober 1, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Your button is on my lefthand sidebar!!!

    xxoo
    Marsha

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  11. AnonymousOctober 1, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Put my name in the hat, pretty please!

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  12. VivienOctober 1, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    What an adorable idea! I love these buckets.

    I added a button, I am a follower, and I am excited about this giveaway.

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  13. Connie Eyberg OriginalsOctober 1, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Yes, please enter my name in the drawing!

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  14. Connie Eyberg OriginalsOctober 1, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    This looks to be an inspiring blog! I am a new follower...#33.

    Connie

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  15. Amy AOctober 1, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Great giveaway!

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  16. Amy AOctober 1, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I follow you in Google Reader

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  17. Amy AOctober 1, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I added you button to my blog

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  18. UnknownOctober 1, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I'm excited for the Creative Patch and all you ladies have in store!

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  19. SheilaOctober 1, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Oh, what adorable little basket! I've never thought of using the square peat pots before. What a great idea! I'd love to win any one of the giveaways. I'm also following the site.

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  20. Patty MarkerOctober 1, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    I love it! What a great idea. I can't wait to see more and I will definitely be making these adorable little baskets. I have everything on hand except the spiders and peat pots.

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  21. jengdOctober 1, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Cute buckets! Great use of the little peat pots!

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  22. jengdOctober 1, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    I'm a follower of yours

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  23. Blessed SerendipityOctober 1, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    I am not a fan of spiders (real ones) but if a spider must be in my home, I would hope it would be a glittery one. Cute little project. I would love to enter the giveaway.

    Danielle

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  24. Blessed SerendipityOctober 1, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    I am a follower.

    Danielle

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  25. curlyqmosaicsOctober 1, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    These boo buckets are adorable! I will definitely make them with my boys. TFS!

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  26. JoAnneOctober 1, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Thanks for the great tutorial-love those boo buckets! And the giveaway is the best!

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  27. JoAnneOctober 1, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I am a follower...

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  28. JoAnneOctober 1, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    and putting your button up on my blog right now!
    Congrats on this new and wonderful venture!

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  29. UnknownOctober 1, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I'm a follower!

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  30. miss lynnOctober 1, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    love*love*love -
    and i don't even
    "DO" halloween!!!

    can't wait for
    more!
    xoxoxoxoxo

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  31. Roxy Furlong @RoxyFurOctober 1, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Thanks so much for the chance to win some boo-teeful goodies!
    roxy

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  32. Roxy Furlong @RoxyFurOctober 1, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    I don't think your Follower link is working :(

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  33. Roxy Furlong @RoxyFurOctober 1, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Figured it out, I'm a Follower!!

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  34. CheriOctober 1, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    What a great blog!

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  35. CheriOctober 1, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    I am now a follower!

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  36. NancyOctober 1, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    This is so exciting, looking forward to all you have planned!!

    Nancy

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  37. NancyOctober 1, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    I am following your Blog!!

    Nancy

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  38. NancyOctober 1, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I posted your Button on my Blog Sidebar!!

    Nancy
    coeurdalenegifts.blogspot.com

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  39. moonlitfantaseasOctober 1, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    what a great give away!

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  40. moonlitfantaseasOctober 1, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    I am now following your blog

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  41. kandelandOctober 2, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Fun tutorial and great giveaway! thanks a bunch!
    xo natalea
    kandeland@roadrunner.com

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  42. kandelandOctober 2, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    and yes, I'm a follower!

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  43. bellefleurOctober 2, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Great tutorial! (and giveaway!)

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  44. Terri GordonOctober 2, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Hi Ladies, This is such a wonderful idea and love the new blog. I am so excited to see all the wonderful things you talented ladies come up with. Thank you for the opportunity to win your wonderful giveaway and I mean wonderful. Hugs, Terri

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  45. Terri GordonOctober 2, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    I am also a new follower, this is wonderful! Thank you ladies. Hugs, Terri

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  46. Terri GordonOctober 2, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    I am off to add your button to my blog. Have a wonderful week. Hugs, Terri

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  47. Kristen PareOctober 2, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Added the Button! thanks for sharing, Kris

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  48. AnonymousOctober 2, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    very cute idea....I could adapt this for other seasons, uses..just change the colors,etc. thanks!

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  49. bettieOctober 2, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I am now a follower...looking forward to your great inspiration and tutorials

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  50. DeniseOctober 2, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Sounds like your having a lot of fun over here so I'm joining in.Drop by and say Hello if you like.

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  51. DeniseOctober 2, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Oh oh,your friend connect box disappeared for now. I'll try to join later.

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  52. CecilyOctober 2, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I am so excited for the new blog. I love a good creative blog that will help to inspire me!

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  53. CecilyOctober 2, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I am a follower!

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  54. Hearts TurnedOctober 2, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    How wonderful, Sheila! Love this new blog of yours...and what a fabulous project & tutorial--I love it!

    Wishing you the loveliest week, my friend...

    Julie

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  55. The Vintage FarmhouseOctober 3, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    What a wonderful giveaway! ♥

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  56. The Vintage FarmhouseOctober 3, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Button added!

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  57. The Vintage FarmhouseOctober 3, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    And I am now a follower!

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  58. Ruffles and RelicsOctober 3, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Looking forward to more great tutorials..

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  59. Ruffles and RelicsOctober 3, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    I am a new follower..

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  60. Ruffles and RelicsOctober 3, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    I posted on my sidebar.. have a great day!!

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  61. lisanneOctober 3, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Am excited to try this with the boys tomorrow. :D

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  62. lisanneOctober 3, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    I am a follower. THanks for such a great giveaway!

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  63. glitterBugStudiosOctober 3, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    What a great idea for a blog!

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  64. glitterBugStudiosOctober 3, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    I'm following!

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  65. MichelleOctober 3, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    So glad to have found this wonderful blog! I'm looking forward to seeing more. Thank you!

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  66. MichelleOctober 3, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    I'm now a follower.

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  67. MichelleOctober 3, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Posted your button on my blog.

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  68. traciOctober 4, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    this is such a wonderful new blog idea. i am so excited for you gals. i need help fueling my creativity and i think you can help me. congrats!!

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  69. KatCollectsOctober 4, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    I love this beautiful new blog! Please add my name to the giveaway. I can't wait to try some of your ideas, so fun!
    Kathy

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  70. KatCollectsOctober 4, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    I am a follower also, Yeah! : )

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  71. KatCollectsOctober 4, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    And..... I added your button to my blog. Thank you.

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  72. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    So glad I received a note from Speckled Egg with a link to this site . . . looks great! I love tutorials. Thanks for the chance to win a gift certificate.

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  73. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I just joined to follow your blog!

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  74. Sonya BadgleyOctober 4, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Now that's the kind of spider I like! Sparkley ones! :)
    I love your tutorial. And thank you for the chance to win!

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  75. Sonya BadgleyOctober 4, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    I am a new follower and I love your blog! :)

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  76. Jenna BarberOctober 4, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    I just can't get enough of "My so called Junky Life!!!" Your sites are amazing and so inspiring to me!
    jennabeecrafts.blogpsot.com

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  77. Jenna BarberOctober 4, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I am officially a follower! So looking forward to see more of your ideas!!~

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  78. ThereseOctober 4, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Love the glitter rings! My daughter and I will make these this weekend! The giveaway is Spooktacular! resetink@aol.com

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  79. ThereseOctober 4, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    I am a Stalker, I mean a follower, LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog! resetink@aol.com

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  80. Janice Kay SchaubOctober 5, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Here is my first comment. Love the blog. Off to join and grab the button
    Janice

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  81. Janice Kay SchaubOctober 5, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Just joined so here is the 2nd comment

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  82. Janice Kay SchaubOctober 5, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    and I just grabbed the button to put on my blog. Do come and visit.
    Janice

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  83. CillawOctober 5, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Those are fantastic prizes! I would love to win!

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  84. CillawOctober 5, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    I am a follower now!!
    www.tellyourgirlfriends.com

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  85. CassieOctober 5, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Wow - this looks like it is going to be a terrific blog! Looking forward to all the new stuff you'll be sharing! Thanks for the chance to win!
    casserole14 at gmail dot com

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  86. AliceOctober 5, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    What sweet Boo Buckets. Thanks for the tutorial.

    I'd love to be entered in your giveaway!

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  87. AliceOctober 5, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I'm a follower of your blog.

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  88. sallaOctober 5, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    lovely projects!

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  89. sallaOctober 5, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    I am now following the blog. Looking forward to more fun ideas!

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  90. UnknownOctober 5, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Whew! Just made the deadline. I can't wait to see all the fun tutorials on this blog!

    Steph @ Tart Deco
    tartdeco at gmail dot com

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  91. UnknownOctober 5, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Following!

    tartdeco at gmail dot com

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