Halloween Costume - Dinosaur

My Green  and yellow polka dotted Dinosaur. This little dinosaur is super simple to make and cute to boot.

I started with a pair of green sweat pants.  I cut a bunch of yellow circles.  I hand stitched them on while watching my favorite show one night. 

Next I made an aviator hat out of green fleece.  Make sure to add a few triangles to the hat to match the triangles on the back.

For my tail I cut yellow and green fleece squares.  I used a few different sizes. I folded them in half to make triangles. Overlap your triangles making a chain.  I stitched along the edges.  I then pinned them to the back of the shirt. To attach permanently, line up your squares on the angle and stitch down the center. Attaching the squares to the shirt.  Proceed to fold the squares into triangles and stitch the edges. 

Add a few painted dots to their face and your little dinosaur is ready to go.  

Halloween Costumes - Butterball Turkey

For my baby boys first Halloween he was a Butterball Turkey.

I started with a brown shirt and pants. I cut a yellow oval from felt.  I used my Silhouette to cut the word Butterball.  I ironed the words onto the felt.  I then stitched the yellow felt onto the shirt.

For the hat I made a basic winter hat in brown.  I used a small piece of cream felt to make a turkey timer.  I stitched it onto the hat.

I used cream to make the leg cuffs.  I cut a 6x12 inch piece of felt.  Fold it in half making it 3x12.  Stitch the top and make a casing. Thread a 1/4 inch piece of elastic through the casing.  Stitch ends together and stitch felt to the elastic. 

Your Turkey is done.

Epic Makeover and Masquerade Ball

Have you seen Mandi's Epic Room Makeover??? Well I entered.  Please go vote for me.  It only takes about 5 seconds.  I would love you forever! I am number 67.  Just click on the start and your done.  You can do this everyday.  Please, please vote.  Having Mandi come to my house would be a dream. She is like a Blogging T.V. star.    Not to mention my bloggy friends would love to meet her too. And I would be a beautiful room.

  Did you see my room post.  Well here it is. Epic Brown room.  BLAH  We need some help.  I would be so grateful.  My Husband would {Love} a little more romance and relaxation too.  

 

 

So here is the link to Vintage Revivals.  Share it with anyone who would go adn vote.  Friends, family, Facebook, Twitter, G+ whatever you have.   Please vote. Please Call me Mandi!!!!
If I will you will see all the goods via facebook and the big reveal on Vintage Revivals

 Also this week I announced my Masquerade Ball.  So get those costumes ready.  The prizes are ready to ship.  Maybe to your home!!Here are a few quick links to all the info...
 

 Announcement

Judges and Sponsors

Rules and Guidelines

Spread the love and come back Monday. I am starting my costumes of Halloween past.  You won't want to miss these beauties. 

 

 

 

 

 

Masquerade Ball Rules and Voting

Are you attending the Masquerade Ball??  Want to learn more about it?? All the rules and info you need. Hold onto your Broomstick cuz here we go!

This competition is all about creativity and your mad skills. Everyone loves a homemade costume.  Show your best and create something great. 

--Enter up to 2 costumes, new or old. It must be made by YOU. It does not have have to be your original idea or tutorial, and it doesn't matter if it was made with or without a pattern.  

-- Costumes do not have to be sewn.  They can be made of any materials you can find.

--FAMILY FRIENDLY costumes only.

-Costume must be 50% handmade. You may buy supplies or reuse old items to make your costume but the bulk must be produced via your handy work. Example: you are going to make a cowboy.  You buy or reuse jeans, t shirt and hat. You make the accessories. vest, chaps, holster, bandana and boot covers

--Entries will be accepted September 26th- October 20th in the form of a link party. 

--You can link your entry from your Blog or from your Flickr account.

--The Top 10 will be chosen by the Masquerade judges.  Judges will email me their Top 15 picks, and I will take the top 10.

--Big Tip: Take the very best pictures of your projects that you can!  Presentation always helps--This is not my favorite rule, but you must be a US citizen (or at least have a US shipping address) to enter. This is because the prize sponsors are only able to ship to a US address. Thanks for understanding!

--If you have a blog, please post the "I'm attending the Masquerade Ball" button on your sidebar and blog post!

<div align="center"><a href="http://www.freetimefrolics.com" 

--To enter, you must be a follower of Free Time Frolics  via Facebook and RSS.

Voting
--The Top 10 will be chosen by the Masquerade judges.  Judges will email me their Top 15 picks, and the top 10 will be taken from their picks.

--Voting for the TOP 10 will be open from Monday 5pm -Saturday 5pm The "audience" (readers) will vote by poll.

--The top 10 Projects will be unveiled on Monday October 22nd by 5pm.  Each costume will then be open for voting.  They will not be linked to blogs or flicker accounts.  You are welcome to advertise your costume on your blog, Facebook, Google+ or Twitter to promote your costume. 
  
--Poll Daddy will be used to conduct the voting.Voting will close on Saturday October 27th at 5pm MST the winner will be announced October 29th by 12pm
Final voting breakdown will go as follows:
Poll daddy votes 60%
Judges final vote 40%

Judges will base there decision on:
Creativity
Presentation
Use of Materials

I hope all this is clear as Witches Brew! If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment. Others may have the same question.  Please come join us.  It will be so much fun!  I can't wait to see what you create.

Masquerade Ball Judges & Sponsors

It's time to meet your Judges and Sponsors!!!

Judges and sponsors for what you ask???? Why the Masquerade Ball of course! What is the Masquerade Ball?   Check out this post to find out! Then come back and see the judges and sponsors and see what you can win!

I have been working on my Masquerade Ball for months. Judges and Sponsors are ready and excited. Do you want to meet them??? All of these ladies are some of my favorite Bloggers. If you don't know them you need to. Please be sure to check out there blogs! Now its time to remove the Masks and introduce your judges!

My Sister's Suitcase

Holly & Nat are wonderful friends of mine. I truly value their friendship. These ladies are amazing bloggers, crafters and DIY-ers. I love there fresh take on crafting and there originality. EVERYTHING on there blog is fantastic. Be sure to check them out. You won't be sorry.

Emily at 52 Mantels

If you haven't been to 52 Mantels, you must see. Emily has a new Mantel every week. Yes that's right, EVERY WEEK. Just thinking about it makes me tired. She is amazing, a new mantel, home decor and a link party every week. This blog has it all. I love to visit and see what she is up to. You should to!

Bonnie & Trish @ Uncommon Designs

Bonnie & Trish are two sister in laws who team up to share their ideas and amazing skills with the world. They have a weekly link party on Wednesdays and Pintrest boards to make you drool. Whether they are refashioning or decorating there home for the holidays you are sure to find lots to love over at Uncommon Designs.

Rachel @ Family Ever After

Rachel has a crazy fun blog.  She sews, paints, crafts and has something new going on her blog every month.  Giveaways, monthly sew along or just quirky posts that you will love.  My favorite was the day she dressed up like a pioneer. Remember to head over and see what Family Ever After is all about!

Megan @ Brassy Apple

Megan is a total Refashionista!  She even has her own show on  My Craft Channel called Re-Fashion it.  She takes old clothes from your closet and makes amazing new clothes for you to wear.  I love her fun DIY projects and how she involves her kids.  Brassy Apple is one of the first blogs I stalked.  You should too.

So if you don't know any of these ladies blogs, you really should. Please go check out there blogs.  They are fantastic.

Are you ready for the Prizes?? My Sponsors have been so great to work with.  I am truly grateful for there willingness to support the Masquerade Ball this first year.

First Prize

Fat Quarter Shop

Facebook

CeCe Caldwell Paint

 Second Prize

 Fabricnest.com

Pick Your Plum

Facebook / Twitter

Third Prize

Sassy Steals

 Facebook 

 Plaid

Facebook / Twitter

So there you go. What a great group of Sponsors.  I am so excited to see what you all create.  Tomorrow come the contest guidelines.  Be sure to come back and check them out then get crafting.  I am so excited to see what you create!  Need a little inspiration?  Check out My Masquerade Magic Pin board for costume, party and decor ideas.

<div align="center"><a href="http://www.freetimefrolics.com" title="Free Time Frolics"><img src="http://i850.photobucket.com/albums/ab68/cosettescloset/attending150.jpg" alt="Free Time Frolics" style="border:none;" /></a></div>