Friday 7 September 2012

SBS Monster Mash Blog Hop

I have been looking forward to this hop since it was first mentioned on the SBS facebook fan page.
I can't wait to see what everyone creates and see who is going to be the lucky talented person who will join us on the DT for the next 3 months!
I know what a talented bunch of ladies you all are so I know its not going to be an easy choice!!

So as this is a hop you should have got to me by coming through Katrina Benton.

But just incase you found me by mistake, here is the full list.


  1. Simply Betty Stamps Blog:http://simplybettystamps.blogspot.com/
  2. Beth Creation http://bethscraftycorner.blogspot.co.uk/
  3. Corinne Jones http://wishuponascrap.blogspot.com
  4. Louise Mann http://louisescraftycards.blogspot.co.uk/
  5. Trish Sakulich http://scrappintillthecowscomehome.blogspot.com
  6. Anda Nicolson http://craftyfresian.blogspot.co.uk/
  7. Kelly Millett http://kamscraftyplace.blogspot.co.uk
  8. Tanya Johnson http://little-scrapper.blogspot.com
  9. Erin Fairclough http://elfiessparkleanddust.blogspot.co.uk/
  10. Olivia Marmara http://ormcraftynights.blogspot.com/
  11. Katrina Benton www.flutterbytrina.blogspot.co.uk
  12. Trudie Howard http://trudiescakesandcards.blogspot.co.uk
  13. Ginger Paige http://gingerscreativeplace.blogspot.com/
  14. Kathy Gillon http://kathyand3kids.blogspot.com
  15. Rachel Mutchler http://rachelspaperwishes.blogspot.com/
  16. Celina Matthews http://www.scrapvamp.blogspot.com
  17. Irene Sherman http://irenescardcreations.blogspot.com/
  18. Katya Bess http://www.kattyxotica.blogspot.com/
  19. Gina Lindsay http://ginasmakingsandmusings.blogspot.com/
  20. Lisa Nelson http://distinctivelmnts.blogspot.com/
Well that should keep us busy for a while!

I knew I wanted to do something other than a card for this hop so here is my project!








This was just a plain red witches hat that I picked up for less than £2 a few days ago.  I knew I could make it more interesting without it costing a fortune or taking to much time.
I used one of the Jumbo bottle tops that are available from Betty's shop and coloured up Witchy Boo to place inside.  I coloured her in red and black to go with the hat.  I cut black stars using my big shot and black felt....... it worked like a dream, and stuck them all over.  I created a band for the hat and a huge oversized bow and stitched them in place.  Zigzaged cut all the ends of the tuile and used my hot glue gun to stick the bottle top to the knot in the bow.

I hope you like the hat..... I did this to show you just how easy it is to make something individual from a mass produced costume accessory.  No one else will have one the same.  Its just a shame my head is to big for it!!!  Fingers crossed it will fit my niece.

Your next stop is number 13, Ginger Paige

40 comments:

  1. Wow bloomin amazing love it
    hugs Erin xx

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  2. OHHHH OH OHHHHH that's ROCKIN AWESOME!!!

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  3. I love this Trudie! You should make a bigger version and wear it round the house :)

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  4. Oh Bloody AWESOME Trudie... LOVE your witches hat!
    Hugs

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  5. Oh my!! THIS is my birthday present right?? :D I LOVE IT!!! xxxxxxxxxx

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  6. OMGosh Trudie, that is gorgeous, i love how you've altered the hat, and that bottle cap is stunning. I love it
    hugs
    Suzi
    xxx

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  7. Wow, Trudie, what a GREAT hat! I absolutely LOVE it!

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  8. AMAZING Trudie....love the bottle cap.
    Shell xx

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  9. HOW true that all you have to do is think outside the coffin , Err I mean box. Wonderful job!

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  10. Holy Cow!! Great job, Trudie.
    Lisa
    ))hugs((

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  11. Ooh, I want one!!! That hat is so cool!

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  12. Stunning and love the Jumbo bottle tops seen these loads on blogs but haven't come across them in the UK, they look fine x

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  13. Great project! Thanks for joining us at Jackson's Digital Expressions.

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  14. Fantastic!!!!! I always love the things you make, very talented =0)...Fabi xxxx

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  15. OMG! I love it, I need to make one of these .. love love it

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  16. love the hat! Great job Trudie

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  17. Awesome! I am in love with that hat! Gladnyou could join us atmPoxie Dust Studio?

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  18. O Trudie this is gorgeous! I must say it's a good thing you live so far away cus I so want that hat! :)

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  19. Wow!!!! Trudie what an amazing creation...such a beautiful design :)

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  20. Beautiful hat! I've got some bottle caps and I really need to start using them. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  21. Love that witch hat!! Its really fantastic!!

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  22. Wow, this is beyond fabulous! I love the way you have altered it to make it truly unique.

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  23. Sppoktacular creation! I love the hat - how fun and fabulous :) Btw, I saw you on MIM. My entries are #109, 112, 166 & 168 if you'd like to check 'em out.

    Also, I invite you to share in my Anything Goes challenge here:
    http://pinandtack.blogspot.com/2012/09/spark-your-creativity-now-challenge-1.html

    Lots of joy,
    Corrinne

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  24. WOW! Looks amazing! LOVE the bottle cap!!!! xxx

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  25. Wow that is stunning , thanks for joining us at Pennys paper-crafty challenge , good luck , hope you can join us for the next challenge ...Hugs Sue DT xx

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  26. Absolutely love it. Such a simple and cost effective alteration but what a difference x

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  27. I saw your beautiful creation on Make It Monday and had to visit and take a closer look. Gorgeous! TFS!
    My entries are: #13, #53, # 117, #118, #119, #201, # 258 and # 279.
    I would love to have you visit my blog!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  28. Really cute project, I am sure your niece is going to love it! Thank you for playing along with our Halloween challenge @ Delightful Challenges :)

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  29. Great transformation of a plain witches hat, love the cute image,
    Thanks for linking up with MIM this week
    Remember, to be in the running to win the prize from our sponsor this week just leave a comment for another entry. Be sure to mention you saw them on Make It Monday. The more entries you comment on the more chances you have of winning!
    Hugs, Sandy

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  30. This is amazing! A great project and perfect for our challenge.

    Thanks for joining us at Penny's.

    Helen x

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  31. What a Gorgeous Hat Trudie!! I always LOVE your Work!! Thank you so much for playing with us this week at Jackson's Digital Expressions! Come back and Play with us again really soon!

    Many Blessings,
    Tina

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  32. Great work! Thanks for joining in at TTCRD this week.

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  33. What an amazing creation! Love the bottle top and the perfectly coloured image on top!
    Thanks for using fabric on your creation for Fussy and Fancy and good luck!
    Hugs Nicola xxx

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  34. Cute Cute Cute. I love it. Thanks for joining us at Pixie Dust Challenge.
    Hugz,
    Pixie Christine

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  35. What a great project - I'm sure it will go down well - thanks for playing at Delightful Challenges this week hugs Judith x

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  36. OMgosh, this is just too much fun! I love the image in the bottle cap - she's adorable. Thanks for sharing at Delightful Challenges.
    Hugs,
    Larelyn

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