This week we have not one, but TWO projects for you! And, if you watch this past weeks Facebook Live (link lower in the post), there are THREE projects! So let’s get started creating a spooky frame (with a free black cat printable for your own frame) and an awesome Pottery Barn hack copper cauldron.
Here is the materials list for both projects. You can download it here.
First up is the spooky frame. There are a few options for you to create this project. The one featured here is from a thrift store find. Your local thrift store can be a great place to start when looking for project ideas. It’s crazy the things you can find there! We found this frame for around $1.
We found this lacquer spray paint at our local hardware store and just painted the frame.
And, here is our spooky frame all finished! I bet you’re really scared, right?
Here is the free printable of my black cat just for you to use in your own frame. You can download it here:
You can also purchase a Halloween frame from Dollar Tree or even Hobby Lobby if you can’t find one that would work at your local thrift store.
Our next project I am so excited about! Y’all, we took the idea of a $150 hanging copper cauldron from Pottery Barn and made our own version for only $5!! This is how we did it:
The materials list is included on the materials list download at the top of this post.
I first spray painted the cauldron with a metallic copper paint.
Then I used the garden “U” shaped plant supports I purchased at Menards to make the stand. I placed the bottom “U” portions together to form a circle, clamped them to the table, and then started twisting the “legs” together all the way up on both sides.
Once the “legs” were all twisted, I started bending them into an arch.
I cut one of the wires on each side so as to blend into one another to form a seamless transition from one side to the other.
One of the loose wires will become the hook at the top for your cauldron to hang.
Once the frame was complete, I just spray painted it with a flat black paint.
Here is the finished cauldron. You can use it for Halloween candy, a planter, or even with some foods if you use those slow cooker liners in it. I also plan on using mine year round for entertaining during different holidays by adding seasonal ribbons.
Watch our Facebook Live video here where I demonstrate both of these projects as well as a bonus one!
Hope you are inspired to make these thrifty projects because Halloween decorations should not break the bank!
Happy crafting!
Krissy