I decided to make my first ever craft supplies haul video, as that seems to be a popular request from my sparkly shoppers as well as what is done by my fellow YouTubers, such as Lindsay The Frugal Crafter (whose channel I love- so please check her out, too!). I was actually inspired to do my video based on The Frugal Crafter’s recent haul, because her video reminded me where I’d stashed my recently purchased (and lost) Halloween ice trays to make my resin pieces. Craft hoarding is a sickness, y’all! hahaha.
In my video, I am displaying some spooky sparkles and awesome Autumn themed crafty items I picked up recently at my local El Paso, Texas Dollar Trees, Michaels, Hobby Lobby, K-Mart, Katz Beadz, & Western Traders stores. Warning: Evidence of major craft hoarding is displayed.
Of all the fall themed goodies I’ve picked up recently, my favorites are the rubber ice cube trays, fake leaves and duct tape. I plan to make resin pieces with the ice cube trays and for $1 each, that is a great deal for the detail in each tray. When you calculate Environmental Technology 4-Ounce Castin’ Craft Mold Release Conditioner” target=”_blank”>mold release spray or a cotton swab to rub some baby oil in these rubber trays since they aren’t as easily removable as silicone trays made for resin. This way your pieces will pop out easier from the molds.
I also took some time to create a cool seasonal hair bow for Fall with the fake leaves, raffia and leaf themed ribbon that I purchased at the Dollar Tree. I mixed those items with coordinating ribbon I already had on hand as well as one of the Hobby Lobby wooden pumpkin embellishments. The leaves come individually in mixed packages. Once I layered in a staggered pattern, I hand stitched them to a scrap piece of Grosgrain ribbon so that would fit nicely into my
Enjoy the goodies and don’t forget the best items and coolest gadgets can sometimes be found at your local dollar stores! Especially holiday themed goodies. I’m not sponsored by any of these stores, but I sure do love shopping for crafty cuteness there!
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I appreciate your time. Please visit my website for more information about my handmade jewelry, links to my social media and places to purchase my designs such as Etsy, inSelly and my brand new Amazon Handmade. I love to make unique and custom themed pieces, so please let me know if you have a special design request. Have a sparkle-riffic day!
You’re awesome!!!!😍😍
Thanks, Sandy!!! You’re sparkly and awesome yourself! I love visiting your bead store!!