Okay, so I figured today I would go for something not as creepy as usual, but rather a project that has a little whimsy and magic to it. In my Halloween room, I have an ever growing collection of potions and witch bottles that contain all sorts of magical "ingredients" that I display during the holiday. I will take a picture of the final collection when I have it all set up for you, but I thought I would add a little flask of Halloween Fairy Essence to my stash.
I started with an oval glass ornament that you've been able to find in craft stores over the past month or so. (Christmas in September...how annoying is that! But, at least I got some ornaments.) I didn't do much to the orny, just filled it with this really pretty glitter powder that I've had for a long time that I never used. It's not quite orange, but that's okay, I sealed the lid shut with masking tape so it wouldn't leak out, added back the original topper, and wrapped it in ribbon. Then I added a glittery loop and bow at the top.
I started with an oval glass ornament that you've been able to find in craft stores over the past month or so. (Christmas in September...how annoying is that! But, at least I got some ornaments.) I didn't do much to the orny, just filled it with this really pretty glitter powder that I've had for a long time that I never used. It's not quite orange, but that's okay, I sealed the lid shut with masking tape so it wouldn't leak out, added back the original topper, and wrapped it in ribbon. Then I added a glittery loop and bow at the top.
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For my attached instruction card, I started with a tag that came off of a toy we got at target. You know, the fold over ones that are attached with an elastic chord? Well, I took some paper bag and covered it outside and inside. Then I distressed a little with brown. I stamped my fairy from Smeared Ink's Faes set using the same brown, and then colored him very lightly. I wanted it to look very faded.
After that, I hand wrote the contents (Halloween Fairy Essence), date it was gathered, and expiration date. Then on the inside I wrote the warnings and instructions. In case you can't read my handwriting, which alot of people can't, it says:
"Contents: Halloween Fairy Essence. Caution: May cause excessive need to play tricks. Use to ward off evil on All Hallows Eve. Sprinkle around your yard to attract Halloween Fairies and deter Goblins from stealing your treats."
I reattached the elastic chord, and as a final touch I sprayed the whole mini-card with a gold shimmer mist, which you may not be able to see in the pics but is really shiny! I think it turned out super cute, and I'll be hanging it in my little cabinet. I may make some other fairy essence bottles with the rest of the Faes in different colors to complete the collection. And I'm postitive that my kids will want to sprinkle some of this outside of our house on Halloween!
Now you're off to hop through the wicked blogs for 31 Days, which you can find in the sidebar. Be sure to swing by later for the winner of the Mad Scientist hidden prize from yesterday. And, oh yeah! Tomorrow I'll be on Mrs B's Haunted Blog Tour, so I'll have an extra special project to share with everyone, hope you enjoy!
For my attached instruction card, I started with a tag that came off of a toy we got at target. You know, the fold over ones that are attached with an elastic chord? Well, I took some paper bag and covered it outside and inside. Then I distressed a little with brown. I stamped my fairy from Smeared Ink's Faes set using the same brown, and then colored him very lightly. I wanted it to look very faded.
After that, I hand wrote the contents (Halloween Fairy Essence), date it was gathered, and expiration date. Then on the inside I wrote the warnings and instructions. In case you can't read my handwriting, which alot of people can't, it says:
"Contents: Halloween Fairy Essence. Caution: May cause excessive need to play tricks. Use to ward off evil on All Hallows Eve. Sprinkle around your yard to attract Halloween Fairies and deter Goblins from stealing your treats."
I reattached the elastic chord, and as a final touch I sprayed the whole mini-card with a gold shimmer mist, which you may not be able to see in the pics but is really shiny! I think it turned out super cute, and I'll be hanging it in my little cabinet. I may make some other fairy essence bottles with the rest of the Faes in different colors to complete the collection. And I'm postitive that my kids will want to sprinkle some of this outside of our house on Halloween!
Now you're off to hop through the wicked blogs for 31 Days, which you can find in the sidebar. Be sure to swing by later for the winner of the Mad Scientist hidden prize from yesterday. And, oh yeah! Tomorrow I'll be on Mrs B's Haunted Blog Tour, so I'll have an extra special project to share with everyone, hope you enjoy!
This is fabulous! I have been wanting to make a set of potions and such. You have really inspired me! Love the reuse of the tag...I save those too!
ReplyDeleteEssence of fairy? I can't believe you found it!! Very rare!!
ReplyDeleteSweet ornament!!! LOVE the uses and warnings tag!!!
HeeHeeHee! Magical idea Terra! LOVE the tag. xxD
ReplyDeleteomg girl that is sooo cute! I love it!!! I may have to steal your idea.. I have so many things in my little "box of magick" but I would love to make my own :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet idea! I really like how the tag looks worn and old and the added instructions too cute! You could make these for almost all the holidays :)
ReplyDeletelove what you did! this would make a cute gift for kids! wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI love all the details. Halloween Fairy Essece, I think I need some at my house.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! Bet the kids will be loving it - I know mine would. Makes for a great decoration and i love your new jars background on your site too.
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful idea and project! Lovely Terra!
ReplyDeleteThat is simply adorable and so detailed
ReplyDeleteHi This is great a awesome idea luv Jane xxx
ReplyDeletefaeries are def. on my halloween list as must haves. The true faerie isn't as nice as people have made them out to be. To be able to have some of their magic bottled ... the kids must be loving it. The tag is just so right for this and that you re-cycled an old tag is craftyness to it's roots
ReplyDeleteHelen xx
wow wicked love your handwriting looks awesome,and the tag and ornament are fantastic...hugz anita
ReplyDeletethis is really neat! I should make some for my niece...thanks for the idea!
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