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Sparkle’s BOO Pumpkin

10.18.2016

painted-and-glitter-pumpkinsI know this may surprise a few of you, but sometimes people let me babysit their children. Yes, it’s as big of a shock to me as it is to you. I typically start by giving them ice cream and Red Bull, then taking them on a few roller coasters, topping it off with a trip to the local McDonald’s. That, or I roll with my backup plan: stock the house with crafting supplies, kid movies, and holiday themed food. I went with the latter.

I bought a few mini pumpkins, spray painted them white, and gave the kiddos free range with paint. (Not to worry, I thought ahead and covered the table with a cheap tablecloth). See, told you I could handle this.

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While they painted away and we watched Double, Double, Toil, and Trouble (okay, I watched – kids these days will never appreciate some serious MK&A movies like we did), I used Modge Podge to write BOO on my pumpkin, sprinkled with glitter, and made a friendly little pumpkin for my front porch. And by ‘front porch’ I clearly mean the two steps that lead to our front door. Ohhhh the day when I have a nice front porch will come soon enough. Until then I will be grateful I don’t have to sweep the front porch like those crazy cat ladies (who would ever want to be one of those?) <—- Life Goals.

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  1. JoAnn says

    10.18.2016 at 11:32 am

    Shauna, I swear you missed your calling. You should be a writer. I love reading all that you post

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.18.2016 at 1:08 pm

      Awww thank you! I’d love to be a writer. Maybe I still have time… 😉

  2. Erin says

    10.18.2016 at 11:40 am

    This is adorable! I need to make some of these.

    Also…..Crazy Cat Lady with a Front Porch (raises hand!)

    Erin
    http://www.topknotsandsweatpants.com

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.18.2016 at 1:09 pm

      Right!!! We can live next to each other with our cats. They can be friends.

  3. Megan says

    10.18.2016 at 11:50 am

    So cute! And I loved all those MK&A movies! They were silly, but so fun to watch!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.18.2016 at 1:09 pm

      I know! But after watching this one with the girls, I could see it being a little dull, compared to today’s movies standards!

  4. Rob says

    10.18.2016 at 11:56 am

    Great as always, Shauna. You know, just in case you run out of red bull, Jolt is a worthy substitute.

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.18.2016 at 1:10 pm

      Haha thanks Rob! I mean I could always use Mountain Dew in case of emergency. Good to hear from you! It’s been so long since I’ve been posting!

  5. Bobbie says

    10.18.2016 at 12:37 pm

    Crazy cat lady here…no front porch though.

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.18.2016 at 1:11 pm

      Haha you sweep off your balcony, I’ve seen you. 🙂

  6. B says

    10.18.2016 at 12:56 pm

    If you are a “crazy cat lady,” then I officially think that crazy cat ladies are hot!!!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.18.2016 at 1:11 pm

      Haha that’s only because you’re a crazy cat man!

  7. Jess says

    10.19.2016 at 6:20 am

    You always make the cutest stuff! I’m sold with this glitter pumpkin though! Give me glitter anything!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.19.2016 at 3:32 pm

      I know!!!! It would look perfect in your decorations, your house is gorgeous!

  8. Erin Ashlee says

    10.19.2016 at 12:51 pm

    Southern California needs more crazy cat ladies and gentlemen. Just sayin’! ????

    • Erin Ashlee says

      10.19.2016 at 12:52 pm

      That was supposed to be a 😉

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.19.2016 at 3:32 pm

      Duh!!!! Give me a year…

  9. Julia says

    10.20.2016 at 11:12 am

    I love reading your posts, you always make me laugh!!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.25.2016 at 10:43 am

      Thanks Julia! <3

  10. Meli says

    10.21.2016 at 9:19 am

    So cute! I must make these this year!!! Thanks for sharing <3

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      10.25.2016 at 10:43 am

      Of course! So simply and pretty! Let me know how yours turn out!! 🙂

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