Is it too early to show Halloween Decorations? I want to share some easy Halloween projects with you so that you will have time to make it for Halloween this year.
I’m always picking up 4x4 posts in the cull bin at Home Depot. Some are chemically treated, others are heat treated which doesn’t use any chemicals. You can tell the difference by the color and the weight. Chemically treated 4x4’s will be much heavier. Use caution when working with chemically treated lumber.
Easy way to paint 4x4 sections
Because I wanted a white washed look without painting, I decided to make a trough to “dip” my jack-o-lanterns. I found a box, and lined it with a plastic garbage bag. The inspiration for this project came from Pinterest.
I watered down some Dutch Boy Refresh (Sweetened White).
I poured the paint into the home made trough.
Then, I laid my 4x4 post in the paint and flipped it until each side and end was coated.
White paint for Ghosts Orange Paint for Jack-o-Lanterns
I then added some orange paint to make the jack-0-lanterns. However, I wasn’t pleased with the shade of orange, it looked too peachy. So I grabbed some of my extra orange spray paint, and painted the peach ones.
Add Scrap Vinyl Features
Here are my ghost families.
A close-up. I like the white-washed look of the white paint. Don't you think it looks a little more ghostly?
I used the vinyl cut outs that I had left over from last year’s No Mess Jack-o-Lanterns.
If you don’t have a CAMEO, you could easily paint these jack-o-lanterns features on.
I think these 4x4 posts turned Jack-o-Lanterns and Ghosts are the perfect addition to your porch this fall!
Let me know if you make any, after all, I’ve given you plenty of time!
gail
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Gail Wilson is the author and mastermind behind My Repurposed Life. She is obsessed with finding potential in unexpected places and believes that with a little hard work and imagination, any old thing can be made useful again, including herself!
Gail reinvented herself during a midlife crisis and has found purpose again. She hopes you will find new ideas for old things and pick up a few tools along the way.
Janie
What are the measuements lxwxh for the ghost? thank you. Janie
Gail Wilson
My best guess is that the ghosts are about 5, 6, and 9 inches in height. They are made out of 4x4's so, that means they are 3.5 x 3.5 wide.
I hope that helps Janie.
gail
Debbie Refresh Restyle
Great idea!
girlfromwva
the little white one is the one i have & love!!!
Chris
LOVE THESE. Must ask. What is the cull bin and where can I find the one in my Home Depot?????
Its So Very Cheri
Gail,
I'm going to feature them --with a link back to you --of course.
Great job on the Halloween decor.
xo,
Cheri
Stephanie
Love these Gail! The trough idea is genius. And your graphics on your pictures are awesome, getting all fancy pants now with your posts! Love it.
freddyandpetunia
What an inCREDibly smart idea for painting those posts! I won't forget that any time soon!
Catherine
Terri
Let me start by saying...it is never to early to start thinking about Halloween!! My daughter just said to me yesterday, is it too early to start decorating? It is our favorite holiday to decorate for!!
Now...those are adorable! I have seen some similar on Pinterest done with 2 x 4's, which I just happen to have! Yours are so stinkin' cute...you could put these anywhere! Love!
Sandi @ The Primitive Skate
Too Cute, Gail! I Love these. Love the white wash technique also. Have a wonderful day!
sandraallen260@centurytel.net
Jamie@OwlReally.com
SOOO cute! And woops - 3 spam comments got through. 🙂
Susan @ homeroad.net
I love the ghosts the best! Pretty clever painting technique too!
Love them
Susan
Alderberry Hill
I love the faces on these, so funny! I bet these will be a hit with kids. Thanks for sharing, the home made trough is an awesome idea!
Sharon
Oh My Gosh! These are awesome and so perfect. I have a bunch of these stubs. Now I know what to do with them. I think this would be a cute Idea for Easter Rabbits. Maybe Paint stir sticks for ears. LOL
Sharon